She explained enduring infidelity and violence for the sake of her children.
Her story highlights the need for greater societal awareness of domestic violence issues.
Anchor Kim Joo-ha opened up about the painful experience related to her ex-husband's drug case during a recent YouTube broadcast. Appearing on 'MKTV Kim Mi-kyung TV' on January 19, she shared her experiences during the divorce process and revealed the challenging moments she faced when subjected to a drug test.
Kim Joo-ha mentioned that her perseverance through over a decade of marriage, enduring infidelity and violence, was primarily for the sake of her children. She expressed a desire to provide them with a stable home, noting that had she been aware of her husband's issues beforehand, her choices would have differed. The revelation of her ex-husband's marijuana use led her to undergo both hair and urine tests.
Reflecting on the process, she shared, 'It was my first time visiting the police station as a subject of investigation rather than as a reporter.' She stressed the importance of acknowledging the hidden violence many women endure in silence, asserting that society needs to combat such issues more proactively. Kim married a businessman in 2004 and filed for divorce in 2013, finalizing the process in 2016.
Kim Joo-ha's narrative encapsulates the psychological pain many women endure in domestic violence situations. Her experience highlights a troubling reality where women often sacrifice their own identity and dignity to maintain marriages, an issue warranting broader societal discourse. Sharing personal pain in such a public forum can provide significant encouragement to women in similar predicaments.
The investigation stemming from her ex-husband's case extends beyond her personal narrative, tapping into a societal issue surrounding stigma. The psychological scars inflicted by the marijuana incident reveal a broader conversation about the societal judgments faced by countless women in similar circumstances. By bringing these unfortunate experiences to light, society can catalyze change and foster greater understanding of the complexities involved.
Kim Joo-ha's experience serves as a vital reminder of the importance of speaking out for domestic violence victims. Her public disclosure can act as a beacon of hope for victims, encouraging more individuals to share their circumstances and seek solutions to their issues.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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