What happens when abuse leaves no bruises, but slowly takes away everything that makes someone who they are?In Part 4 of our Mica Miller series, Troubling Truths welcomes special guest Michelle Larson, a registered nurse with more than 25 years of experience, domestic violence survivor, advocate, and author of The Seasons of Staying.Michelle joins us for a powerful conversation about coercive control, psychological abuse, manipulation, and the warning signs that are too often overlooked. Drawing from her own experiences, she explains how someone can gradually lose their independence, confidence, and sense of self, and why escaping an abusive relationship is rarely as simple as walking away.We also discuss Michelle's advocacy surrounding Mica Miller's case, the federal charges against John-Paul Miller, and the fight to pass Mica's Law, proposed South Carolina legislation that would recognize coercive control as a form of domestic violence and strengthen protections for victims.Mica's story has raised difficult questions about how our legal system responds to stalking, intimidation, and psychological abuse before physical violence ever occurs. Could stronger laws help prevent another tragedy? And how many victims are suffering in silence because the abuse they're experiencing isn't something others can see?Michelle also shares the inspiration behind her book, The Seasons of Staying, and her mission to help others recognize coercive control, find support, and reclaim their lives.If you haven't listened to Parts 1, 2, and 3 of our Mica Miller series, we encourage you to go back and hear our previous coverage, including our conversation with investigative reporter Jenn Wood.This is more than a conversation about one woman. It's about recognizing abuse, protecting survivors, and making sure Mica's story helps bring meaningful change.CONNECT WITH MICHELLE LARSONWebsite and book information:
https://michellelesleyauthor.comFacebook: Michelle Lesley – Author of The Seasons of StayingSUPPORT MICA'S LAWLearn more about Mica's Law and how you can support the effort to strengthen domestic violence protections:
https://passmicaslaw.netDOMESTIC VIOLENCE SUPPORTThe Hiding Place provides support, advocacy, safety planning, and resources for survivors of domestic violence in Upstate South Carolina.Website: https://www.thehidingplacepickens.org24/7 Crisis Hotline: 888-341-9568National Domestic Violence Hotline:
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