NAASCA ORG
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Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2829
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2829
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2829
Friday 7th January 2022
Join Michelle Bless in a powerful discussion on emotional abuse and recovery for child abuse survivors. Tune in for insights and support.
91 minutes
informative
hopeful
challenging
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Sobriety Success Stories
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Episode Overview
- Emotional abuse can have lasting effects.
- Survivor stories provide hope and insight.
- COVID-19 has increased abuse risks at home.
- Effective intervention and recovery strategies.
- Michelle Bless's journey from abuse to ministry.
Emotional abuse is more personal because it's about you, your spirit. It can redefine who you were meant to be if you don't get help.
In this enlightening episode of the 'Stop Child Abuse Now' podcast, Carol Levine, Vice President of the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NASCA), hosts a compelling discussion alongside Michelle Bless, a survivor-professional who has transformed her painful past into a beacon of hope and healing. Michelle, a minister and chaplain from Cincinnati, shares her powerful testimony of overcoming severe child abuse and her journey towards redemption, as chronicled in her book 'Out of Darkness: the Michelle Bless Story'.
The episode delves deeply into the devastating effects of emotional abuse, highlighting how psychological scars can sometimes surpass physical pain in their lasting impact. Emotional abuse, as discussed, is a personal attack on one's spirit and self-worth, often leaving victims struggling with lifelong challenges in forming meaningful relationships and battling internalized trauma. Listeners are encouraged to engage with the topic, sharing their experiences and insights.
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated conditions for many, trapping children with their abusers, leading to a heightened awareness of the urgent need for effective intervention and support systems. Michelle Bless, through her ministry, reaches out to those in need, offering guidance and compassion, particularly to the homeless and those incarcerated. Her work exemplifies the power of human resilience and the importance of community support in healing from abuse.
The podcast underscores the significance of recognizing emotional abuse, understanding its profound effects, and fostering environments where survivors can find solace and strength to rebuild their lives. Listeners are invited to join future discussions and explore resources available for prevention, intervention, and recovery, reinforcing the message that healing is possible and support is always available.