Brianne Davis
Brianne Davis
Johnathon Schaech: Shame Free—Recovering Sex and Love Addict
Johnathon Schaech: Shame Free—Recovering Sex and Love Addict
Johnathon Schaech: Shame Free—Recovering Sex and Love Addict
Monday 7th September 2020
Actor Johnathon Schaech discusses his journey from sexual assault to recovery from sex and love addiction in 'Secret Life' with Brianne Davis.
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Get the buttons here!Johnathon Schaech: Healing from Trauma and Finding a Shame-Free Life
These are the things that work, the place that I am. I always like to call it that because it's that moment where you step into a new reality.
Imagine keeping a secret for 25 years. That's exactly what actor Johnathon Schaech did after being sexually assaulted by famed Italian director Franco Zeffirelli on his first film. In this episode of 'Secret Life', hosted by Brianne Davis, Schaech opens up about his harrowing experience and the long journey to recovery. He discusses the profound impact of trauma on his life, his battles with sex and love addiction, and how he finally found peace and a shame-free existence.
Schaech's story takes us through the highs and lows of his career, including starring in over 160 Hollywood productions. Yet behind the scenes, he grappled with the darkness of his assault, only finding the courage to speak out during the #MeToo movement. But going public was just the beginning. It plunged him into deeper struggles with anger and shame. It wasn't until Schaech discovered a support program for sex and love addicts that he began to heal.
Through recovery meetings and connecting with others who had similar experiences, he found a community that understood his pain. Schaech's journey underscores the importance of support systems and the power of vulnerability in overcoming addiction and trauma. This episode isn't just about Schaech's personal battles; it's a testament to human resilience and the transformative power of sharing one's truth.
Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding addiction and trauma, and how self-acceptance and community support can lead to healing. Tune in to hear Johnathon Schaech's inspiring story of overcoming shame and finding a path to recovery, only on 'Secret Life' with Brianne Davis.