Bridget Manley
Bridget Manley
Bobbie - "Daughters Look Up To Mothers...I Didn't Want My Daughter To Grow Up Thinking That It Was Okay For A Man To Yell At Her Or Call Her Names"
Bobbie - "Daughters Look Up To Mothers...I Didn't Want My Daughter To Grow Up Thinking That It Was Okay For A Man To Yell At Her Or Call Her Names"
Bobbie - "Daughters Look Up To Mothers...I Didn't Want My Daughter To Grow Up Thinking That It Was Okay For A Man To Yell At Her Or Call Her Names"
Tuesday 1st August 2017
Hear Bobbie's inspiring story on 'Birds In A Tree'. Learn how she overcame abuse and built a better life through education and resilience.
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Bridget Manley
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Parenting & Children
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Relationships & Community
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Get the buttons here!Bobbie's Path: From Rural Roots to Resilient Role Model
I knew that, you know, I wasn't going to be, you know, woken up by a phone vibrating, which meant that he was receiving text messages from people. Yes, I was 26 years old and had never lived by myself before, and I always had my children with me. There was a point where I wanted to go back, and I knew it was stupid, but I wanted to go back and make it work, but at that time he didn't want to, and thank god he didn't, because it would have been a poor decision to go back, and we had been in places in the past where we had broken up and always gone back to each other.
Growing up in a rural area where the expectation for women was to marry rather than pursue education, Bobbie's story stands out as a beacon of resilience and empowerment. Despite the prevailing mindset, Bobbie's mother always encouraged her to further her education and become self-sufficient, something she herself was not allowed to do. Bobbie took this advice to heart, completing both her undergraduate and master's degrees, and now works as a dedicated teacher.
But her journey wasn't just about academic achievements; it was also about personal strength and transformation. Bobbie found herself in an abusive relationship, a situation that could have easily derailed her aspirations. However, drawing on the strength and guidance of her mother, she made the courageous decision to leave the toxic environment. Her determination to provide a better example for her daughter was a driving force.
Bobbie wanted her daughter to grow up knowing her worth and understanding that it’s never acceptable for anyone to demean or abuse her. This episode of 'Birds In A Tree' offers a heartfelt look at Bobbie's journey from adversity to triumph. It's a compelling listen for anyone who has faced similar struggles or is seeking inspiration to overcome their own challenges.
Bobbie's story is a powerful reminder that with support and determination, you can break free from the chains of abuse and build a life filled with joy and accomplishment.