Michelle Bless: From Darkness to Light - A Journey of Healing and Advocacy
Episode Overview
Urgent need for awareness and vigilance in preventing child abuse and human trafficking Importance of educating communities and parents about signs of abuse and online safety Dedication to advocacy, support, and recovery from abuse Impact of abuse on individuals and challenges of recovery Inspiring insights from survivor-professional co-host Michelle Bless
I just want people that are listening to this to think about that. There's people like, okay, we've got the pedophiles We all know about that We talk about it constantly on our show But then you have the hebephiliads And they have a sexual interest in early adolescence Typically ages 11 to 14 When you look at a kid who's 14, okay That doesn't mean that they're ready for sex mentally either, okay? And it's ridiculous.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a life of severe child abuse into a mission of hope and redemption? In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', we meet Michelle Bless, a survivor of harrowing childhood trauma who has transformed her pain into a powerful force for good. As a minister, chaplain, and author of 'Out of Darkness: the Michelle Bless Story', she brings a unique perspective to the table.
Michelle's firsthand experience with abuse and her journey to finding faith provide a deeply personal backdrop to her advocacy work. She shares her story with raw honesty, aiming to bring lost souls to a place of healing and understanding. This episode isn't just about recounting past horrors; it's about shining a light on the path to recovery and resilience.
Michelle joins the show on the first Thursday of each month, bringing her trauma-informed insights to an open Q&A format where listeners can call in with their questions. The discussion spans crucial topics like recognizing signs of abuse, the importance of community education, and safeguarding children in the digital age. It's an eye-opening conversation that underscores the critical need for awareness and action in preventing child abuse and human trafficking.
Whether you're a survivor seeking solace, a parent wanting to protect your children, or someone interested in advocacy, Michelle's story and this episode offer valuable lessons and inspiration.