In this episode of 'What Lies Buried,' host Karly Latham interviews Juan Ferrer, who bravely shares his experience of surviving an emotionally abusive relationship. This discussion emphasizes the often overlooked experiences of men in abusive situations, detailing manipulative behaviors, trauma bonding, and societal expectations. Juan reflects on his struggles with low self-esteem, the control exerted by his partner, and his transformative journey to self-discovery and healing. The episode underscores the importance of storytelling in reversing power dynamics and highlights the path to regaining self-worth and embracing vulnerability as pivotal in overcoming abuse. Please support Juan's spiritual journey at https://www.instagram.com/scorpse_revival/and his woodworking business at https://www.instagram.com/spoon.and.board/ If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please seek help: https://www.thehotline.org/ Please subscribe to get a new episode every Thursday and uncover the stories that need to be told. If you would like to be involved with the show as a guest, or just want to submit your story for future listener minisodes please write in to [email protected] For in depth articles on emotional abuse and mental health: https://medium.com/@karly-latham