Religious Abuse in Marriage is REAL - with Beatrice Weber

Leaving the Chasidish World: Beatrice Weber's Journey of Self-Discovery

 

In this episode, Beatrice Weber shares her compelling journey from her upbringing in a Chasidish Jewish community to her eventual exit after facing an abusive marriage and fighting for better education for Chasidish children. A mother of 10 and a grandmother of 13, Beatrice discusses her struggles with the patriarchal structure of her community, her fight in family court, and her role as the executive director of YAFED, an organization advocating for improved education in Chasidish schools. She highlights the challenges faced by women in the community, the marginalization and silencing of voices of dissent, and her personal path to healing and self-discovery.

 

 

00:00 Introduction and Event Recap

01:15 Welcoming Beatrice Weber

01:23 Beatrice's Background and Family

03:11 Growing Up Chasidish in Toronto

07:12 Marriage and Early Adulthood

14:05 Life in Israel and Challenges

25:36 Realizations and Seeking Therapy

31:21 Struggles and Support Systems

34:16 Leaving the Community

36:40 Double Lifers and Final Thoughts

38:04 Navigating Community Expectations

38:15 Discovering the Underworld

40:17 Struggles with Custody and Family Court

41:42 Challenges of Leaving a Marriage

44:22 Children's Perception and Family Dynamics

47:56 The Wedding Experience

53:42 Patriarchy in Chasidish Life

01:04:05 Advocating for Education

01:11:32 Addressing Criticism and Community Dynamics

01:15:24 Future Aspirations and Final Thoughts

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