Zona Garrett
Zona Garrett
'I always Knew Leaving Was Not an Option' Alexandra Stevenson The Laughing Survivor
'I always Knew Leaving Was Not an Option' Alexandra Stevenson The Laughing Survivor
'I always Knew Leaving Was Not an Option' Alexandra Stevenson The Laughing Survivor
Friday 3rd February 2023
Listen to Alexandra Stevenson discuss her journey from human trafficking and addiction to recovery with Dixie and Zona.
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Author:
Zona Garrett
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Categories:
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!The Laughing Survivor: Alexandra Stevenson's Journey from Trafficking to Triumph
Analyzing your feelings is not the same as feeling your feelings.
Imagine starting your fight against human trafficking at just 11 years old, only to find yourself trapped in its horrors a decade later. This is the reality Alexandra Stevenson faced. In this compelling episode of 'Persons with Lived Experience', hosts Dixie and Zona sit down with Alexandra, who shares her incredible story of resilience and recovery.
From the early days of her anti-trafficking work to her own harrowing experiences, Alexandra's journey is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for endurance and transformation. She opens up about the impact of addiction on her life and how it led her into the clutches of traffickers. Despite the overwhelming trauma, Alexandra never lost hope. She found the strength to escape her abuser and rebuild her life.
Her story underscores the critical role of education and awareness in combating human trafficking. Alexandra emphasizes the need for communities to recognize the signs of trafficking and take action. She also highlights the importance of therapy in healing from trauma and the power of community support. A particularly poignant part of the episode is Alexandra's discussion on cognitive dissonance – the mental struggle between her beliefs and her reality during her time being trafficked.
Therapy played a crucial role in helping her reconcile these conflicts and start her healing process. This episode isn't just a story; it's a call to action. Alexandra's strength and resilience are truly inspiring, reminding us that with the right support and mindset, we can overcome even the most daunting challenges. Tune in to learn more about how you can help fight human trafficking and support survivors like Alexandra.