Welcome to The Survivor’s Voice, where resilience meets hope.

In this powerful continuation, Paris returns to share what happened after foster care and how she endured and ultimately escaped a 15-year abusive marriage. From emotional and spiritual abuse to weaponized Scripture and severe isolation, Paris reveals the silent suffering many survivors face behind closed doors. She opens up about how fear, faith, and motherhood shaped her decisions, and how finding her voice has helped her protect her children and rebuild her identity. Her story is a raw, courageous testament to healing, even when the world turns its back.

Your Host: Angie Sedore Our Guest: Paris Byrum

Disclaimer The stories and conversations shared on The Survivor’s Voice are based on personal experiences and are not intended as professional advice. Neither the host nor our guests are licensed medical or mental health professionals unless explicitly stated. This podcast is a space for honest storytelling, not a substitute for professional support. If you’re in need of help, please reach out to a qualified provider.

Trigger Warning This episode includes discussions of domestic violence, spiritual abuse, sexual coercion, suicidal ideation, and childhood trauma. Listener discretion is advised. The views expressed by guests do not necessarily reflect those of the podcast.

What to Expect: · The reality of abuse behind a picture-perfect Christian household · The emotional toll of trying to "honor God" in a toxic marriage · How the church can both protect and harm survivors · Paris’ breaking point—and what finally gave her the strength to leave · Navigating single motherhood, healing, and faith after trauma

Key Takeaways: · Abuse often continues in cycles, even in the name of religion · You don’t have to have a “perfect” plan to start finding safety · Support doesn’t always come from where you expect—but healing is possible · Survivors need practical help, not just prayers or platitudes · God is not the same as those who misuse His name

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