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January 8, 2025 33 mins

What if the person who pursued you with love, and talked of a life together in America turned out to be the one holding you captive?

"Camilla" shares her powerful journey from Brazil to the U.S.—a journey filled with hope, love, betrayal, and survival. 

"Camilla" reveals the shocking truth of what happened after she left her home country for marriage, only to face lies, manipulation, and years of control and abuse in a foreign land. If you’re an immigrant woman, a survivor, or anyone rebuilding life after trauma, her story sheds light on the hidden struggles behind closed doors—and the strength it takes to reclaim your freedom.

In this episode you'll discover:

  • How "Camilla" used courage, patience, and strategy to escape an abusive marriage while raising two children in a country where she felt isolated and unseen.
  • Learn how she navigated legal challenges, language barriers, and betrayal to secure her independence and protect her family.
  • Be inspired by her message of hope, healing, and the unbreakable will to build a better future, no matter how impossible it seems.

Download this gripping and inspiring story—and find strength, solidarity, and hope in the power of survival and starting over.

To share your own migration story or feedback email  guest@Theplaceswecallhome.com 


This compelling podcast dives into Expat and immigrant women (and men) stories. Those who immigrate to the USA, tackling the struggles of homesickness, identity crisis, and culture shock in the USA while adjusting to expat life and navigating cultural differences. Through conversations on starting over, reinventing yourself, and finding purpose, it highlights success stories of women's tenacity, and the resilience of expats in the USA. It offers insights into bicultural identity, language barriers, and the challenges of living overseas. The podcast emphasizes the importance of a strong support system and wellbeing for women in pursuit of the American dream.

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