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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2821
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2821
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2821
Tuesday 28th December 2021
Join Michelle Bless as she shares her journey from severe abuse to becoming a minister and advocate for survivors on SCAN podcast.
91 minutes
hopeful
challenging
inspirational
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empowering
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NAASCA ORG
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Categories:
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Michelle Bless: From Darkness to Redemption
Episode Overview
- Michelle Bless's survival story of severe child abuse.
- Her experiences with military sexual trauma.
- The role of spirituality in her healing journey.
- Michelle's advocacy work for abuse victims.
- Insights into overcoming trauma and finding redemption.
You can be in the darkness and think that's cool, but it doesn't work that way. Michelle went through her lifetime, terribly beaten, yet she kept right on going.
In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', we are introduced to Michelle Bless, a remarkable woman whose life story embodies resilience and redemption. Michelle hails from Cincinnati, Ohio, and has endured unimaginable hardships, beginning with severe child abuse at the hands of her family, extending to military sexual trauma during her service, and continuing with domestic violence in her married life. Despite these adversities, Michelle has emerged as a beacon of hope and healing.
Now a minister and chaplain, she dedicates her life to providing spiritual guidance and support to other abuse survivors. Her story, detailed in her book 'Out of Darkness: the Michelle Bless Story', is a testament to her incredible journey from victimhood to empowerment. Throughout the episode, Michelle shares poignant memories of her childhood, marked by emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. She recounts moments of despair and fear, yet underscores her path to healing through her faith and community support.
Michelle's transformation into a certified counselor and her role in advocating for abuse victims highlight her commitment to helping others find solace and strength. Michelle's advocacy extends beyond personal healing; she actively participates in discussions around prevention, intervention, and recovery for abuse survivors. Her work with NASCA emphasizes the importance of breaking societal taboos surrounding childhood sexual abuse and providing resources for those affected.
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on Michelle's story, recognizing the power of resilience and the potential for redemption. Her journey serves as an inspiration to anyone facing similar challenges, demonstrating that recovery is possible with perseverance and faith. As Michelle continues her work, she remains a vital voice in the fight against abuse, offering hope and guidance to those in need.
Her story is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the impact one person can have in transforming lives.