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Q & A call-in discussion with a survivor-professional, using an OPEN MIKE forum. We'll feature a survivor-professional co-host who'll field topics brought to the episode by you, the listener. ~~ Tonight the special co-host will be Michelle...
1:29:26•4 Sept 2020
Healing Journeys: Empowering Child Abuse Survivors
Episode Overview
- Michelle Bless shares her survivor story and journey to empowerment.
- Discussion on coping mechanisms for depression and isolation.
- Insights into the role of faith in the healing process.
- Importance of therapy and support networks for survivors.
- Invitation for listeners to participate in future discussions.
“It is through having the courage and willingness to revisit the emotional dark night of the soul that was our childhood, that we can start to understand on a gut level why we have lived our lives as we have.”
In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now,' listeners are invited into a profound and insightful conversation with Michelle Bless, a survivor of severe child abuse who has transformed her life into one of ministry and chaplaincy. Hosted by Carol D. Levine, with assistance from Bill Murray, the show provides a platform for survivors to share their stories and offer hope and guidance to others on similar journeys.
Michelle Bless, author of 'Out of Darkness: The Michelle Bless Story,' shares her experiences of overcoming the darkness of her past through faith and a commitment to healing. Her story is one of redemption, where she speaks candidly about her struggles with depression and isolation, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Michelle highlights the importance of therapy and support networks, recounting how therapeutic practices such as expressing anger through physical release, helped her find peace.
Throughout the episode, Michelle reinforces the notion that healing from child abuse is an ongoing journey, one that requires courage and determination to break free from past traumas. She emphasizes that while faith played a pivotal role in her recovery, the show is inclusive of all beliefs and encourages listeners to find their own path to healing.
The episode also features contributions from other survivors, including Penelope from Washington and Roberta from Oklahoma, who resonate with Michelle's experiences and share their own insights. Listeners are encouraged to participate in the discussion, fostering a supportive community for those affected by child abuse. Ultimately, the episode is a testament to resilience and the power of sharing stories as a means of healing.
Michelle Bless serves as a beacon of hope, exemplifying that through commitment to personal growth and empowerment, survivors can reclaim their lives and inspire others to do the same.
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