Paul Gilmartin: Emotional Incest and ForgivenessPaul Gilmartin: Emotional Incest and Forgiveness
Secret Life
Paul shares his journey to release the shame and move on with the help of therapy, support groups, and 12-step programs. Comedian Paul Gilmartin hosts a weekly, hour-long audio podcast, The Mental Illness Podcast, consisting of interviews with artists, friends and the occasional doctor. ----- HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Tell your friends & Share Online! Subscribe & Review wherever you listen to podcasts. All links here: https://linktr.ee/secretlifepodcast To share your secret and be a guest on the show email secretlifepodcast@icloud.com ----- If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at secretlifepodcast.com. For EPISODE NOTES - Click the EPISODE WEBSITE LINK below.
28:06•2 Aug 2020
Paul Gilmartin on Overcoming Emotional Incest and Finding Forgiveness
“But now that I know better, I have the responsibility to not be that guy. And as I've healed, the desire to be that guy has pretty much gone away.”
Imagine growing up in a world where the lines between parent and child are blurred, leaving you with emotional scars that seem impossible to heal. That's the reality comedian Paul Gilmartin faced, and in this episode of 'Secret Life', he opens up to host Brianne Davis about his journey through emotional incest, addiction, and sexual shame. With a blend of humor and raw honesty, Paul shares how therapy, support groups, and 12-step programs became his lifeline to recovery.
Brianne and Paul dive deep into the importance of setting healthy boundaries and the transformative power of forgiveness. They discuss how sharing secrets can be a crucial step towards healing from trauma. If you've ever felt trapped by your past or struggled to find hope, Paul's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with emotional wounds and seeking a path to recovery.
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