Welcome to The Year of Being 70 Podcast Ep. 8:

‘’How Can Women Get Their Experiences of Abuse Taken Seriously?’’

In this insightful episode, Lisette and Lucy dive deep into the challenges women face when trying to get their experiences of abuse and harassment taken seriously, especially in the workplace where power imbalances are all too common.

🌟 Episode Highlights 🌟

Lisette and Lucy open up about their personal experiences with unwanted sexual advances and harassment in the workplace and elsewhere. They share how the culture at the time made it difficult for women to speak up or confront inappropriate behavior.

🌟 Weekly Reflections

Lisette reflects on how she always drew a clear line when dealing with inappropriate behavior. Lucy shares her experiences of silence due to fear of causing workplace conflict. Together, they discuss feeling unsafe in public spaces and how women often deal with harassment without support.

🌟 Key Discussion Themes

1. The challenges of speaking out against abuse – especially when perpetrators hold positions of power

2. Workplace cultures that normalize casual sexism and sexual harassment

3. The role of fiction in raising awareness, featuring works like the play and book ‘Prima Facie’

4. Personal stories of abuse and how women are often dismissed or minimized, being labeled as 'overly sensitive' or 'middle-aged'

💬 Engaging and Empowering Conversation

Lisette and Lucy share their reflections on feeling threatened or unsafe and how this constant vigilance affects them as women, particularly as they navigate the impacts of abuse and harassment throughout their lives.

✨ Why You Should Watch or Listen

This episode offers valuable insights for everyone – whether you're a woman facing workplace abuse, in a leadership position, or a man who wants to better understand women’s experiences and become a true ally. Lisette and Lucy’s open conversation explores what it feels like to be a woman of any age subjected to unwanted attention or serious breaches of safety and rights.

✨ Empowering Your Journey

The episode highlights the ongoing problem of sexism and the importance of women supporting each other. It shows how speaking out and supporting one another can be a powerful weapon against harassment and abuse, breaking the silence and stigma that often surrounds these issues.

Thank you for joining us on this inspiring journey with The Year of Being 70 Podcast! 🌟

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