Surviving and Thriving: Patrick Leary's Journey Through Domestic Violence and Legal Battles

In this emotional and breakthrough episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant sits down with special guest Patrick Leary, a college professor, Clutch Coaching LLC owner, and domestic violence survivor. Patrick shares his harrowing four-year ordeal through the court system, facing numerous false charges and the subsequent impact on his personal and professional life. Despite the immense challenges, Patrick's story is one of resilience, hope, and the importance of advocating for male victims of domestic violence.

With discussions on the legal system's failings and supportive advice for men in similar situations, this episode is a powerful narrative about overcoming severe adversity.

00:00 Introduction to Real Men Feel
00:19 Meet Patrick Leary: A Survivor's Story
02:21 The Beginning of Abuse
05:39 Escalation and Legal Battles
13:47 The Second Arrest and Its Consequences
21:03 Life with a GPS Bracelet
27:15 New Charges and Continued Struggles
28:27 Life Under House Arrest
30:28 Support System and Coping Mechanisms
32:26 False Accusations and Legal Battles
35:19 Final Charge and Ongoing Harassment
38:47 Reflections and Moving Forward
46:17 Support for Male Victims
55:58 Conclusion and Resources

Connect with Patrick Leary
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-leary-ed-d-2857323/

Resources
Ann Silvers, The Abuse of Men by Women on Real Men Feel -- https://realmenfeel.org/2021/02/16/the-abuse-of-men-by-women/
The Abuse of Men by Women, Ann Silvers -- https://amzn.to/41sHYeI

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