The Sex Jesus
The Sex Jesus
Sexual Abuse vs Physical Abuse: My Life as a Child
Sexual Abuse vs Physical Abuse: My Life as a Child
Sexual Abuse vs Physical Abuse: My Life as a Child
Sunday 19th April 2020
Don Hamm recounts his journey from childhood sexual and physical abuse to healing and resilience in this powerful podcast episode.
13 minutes
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Hopeful
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The Sex Jesus
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Categories:
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Success Stories
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Facing Demons: Don Hamm's Journey from Childhood Abuse to Healing
I was so fucking ashamed, I was so disgusted with myself and I literally felt that something must be deeply disturbingly wrong with me.
Picture this: it's the 80s, Michael Jackson's Thriller is giving kids nightmares, and young Don Hamm is living through a real-life horror. In this gripping episode of 'Sex Jesus and the Not So Virgin Mary', Don opens up about his traumatic childhood. He recounts the terrifying nights when his father’s screams and hits would echo through their home, and the unsettling 'solutions' offered by his babysitter. These experiences haunted him for years, casting long shadows over his life.
But this isn't just a story of pain; it's one of incredible resilience and healing. As an adult, Don faced his past head-on, determined to course-correct his childhood trauma. This episode is a raw and honest look at the impact of sexual and physical abuse on a child and the lifelong journey of recovery that follows. Don’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of breaking the silence around childhood abuse.
He doesn't just share his past; he offers insights on how parents can protect their children and highlights the crucial need for awareness and advocacy for survivors. Whether you’ve experienced similar trauma or are supporting someone who has, Don’s journey offers hope and strength. Tune in to hear a story that’s as heart-wrenching as it is inspiring.