Healing After Military Sexual AssaultHealing After Military Sexual Assault
Finding OK - Healing After Sexual Assault and Abuse
A veteran shares her journey from trauma to healing after military sexual assault, emphasizing faith, self-care, and counseling.
2:24:07•5 Jan 2022
From Darkness to Light: A Veteran's Journey of Healing After Military Sexual Assault
“Compare your behind the scenes with other people's highlight reels, you know, because we all can put on a strong face but be screaming on the inside, and so I just want to encourage that you take it a day at a time, even a second at a time.”
Ever wondered how someone can rebuild their life after experiencing the unimaginable? In this deeply moving episode of 'Finding OK', Vanessa, a veteran and survivor of military sexual assault, opens up about her harrowing journey. She takes us through the depths of her trauma, the overwhelming shame, and the crushing depression that nearly led her to end her life. But Vanessa's story doesn't end in despair.
With raw honesty, she shares how she found the strength to move from a place of darkness to one of self-love and healing. Vanessa discusses the pivotal role faith, self-defense, and counseling played in her recovery. She also highlights the vital support provided by the VA in helping survivors like her navigate their healing process. This episode is a testament to the resilience of survivors and a powerful reminder that sharing our stories can break the stigma surrounding sexual assault.
Vanessa's journey is not just about survival; it's about reclaiming power, finding hope, and inspiring others to do the same. Tune in to hear her courageous story and be reminded that healing is possible, one day at a time.
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