Religious Abuse in Marriage is REAL - with Beatrice Weber
Update: 2025-02-11
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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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