Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3305
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 3305

Stop Child Abuse Now

Special guest Thomas Edward from Sacramento, California.

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1:32:00•4 Nov 2023

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Stop Child Abuse Now

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Monday to Friday's "Stop Child Abuse Now" (SCAN) feature trauma informed HOSTs and Co-hosts and respected child abuse prevention, intervention and recovery advocates. They're all volunteers members of the National Association of Adult Survivors of Child Abuse (NAASCA), a 501(c)3. Founded in 2009, NAASCA.org was originally a grassroots effort. It was launched based on our founder Bill Murray's personal life experienced. Bill wrote, "Very few adults escape years of severe childhood sexual abuse, pre-pubescent X-rated photography, sex trafficking, and a two week long kidnapping." He continued. "But I have, and for some 35 years I've been in recovery from its devastating effects." After years of operating as a grassroots effort, NAASCA became a public charity in 2015 .. a 501(c)3 .. but we receive no grants or outside support, and belong to no other organization. There are no dues or fees. Our MISSION is entirely self-sustaining through the volunteer contributions of our members. The single purpose is to address issues related to childhood abuse and trauma including sexual assault, violent or physical abuse, emotional traumas and neglect from two specific perspectives: 1) educating the public, and 2) offering hope for healing and services to adult survivors. There are now nearly 3000 BlogTalkRadio shows, podcasts in the ever-growing library. Join us five-nights-a-week (Mon to Fri), at 8pm EST (so 7pm CEN, 6pm MTN, 5pm PAC) for solution-oriented discussions about the many issues of child abuse and trauma. The shows always include panel discussions and call-in participation.

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Thomas Edward's Journey: Overcoming Trauma and Leading with Resilience

Episode Overview

Thomas Edward shares his journey as an abuse survivor and activist, highlighting the challenges in overcoming taboos and stigmas
The conversation delves into memory suppression, dissociative disorders, and the lasting impact of childhood trauma
Thomas's positive approach towards healing and his commitment to helping other survivors reclaim their lives shine through the episode, offering hope and encouragement
The episode features trauma-informed hosts and co-hosts who are respected advocates in the child abuse prevention, intervention, and recovery space
Listeners gain insights into survivor resilience, leadership, and the essential support needed for accelerating healing

“I have been called the king of trauma.”

Ever felt like the weight of your past is too heavy to bear? Thomas Edward from Sacramento, California, knows that feeling all too well. In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Thomas shares his harrowing yet inspiring journey as a survivor of severe childhood sexual abuse. As the founder of Safe Place For Men, Thomas has dedicated his life to helping other men who have endured similar traumas.

His organization focuses on resiliency and leadership development, offering education, coaching, and support to accelerate healing. But Thomas's story is more than just about survival; it's about reclaiming life despite the odds. From being chronically abused and facing unimaginable horrors to becoming a beacon of hope for others, Thomas's path to recovery is both heart-wrenching and uplifting. He candidly discusses his struggles with low confidence, suicidal thoughts, and haphephobia, a fear of being touched.

His journey took him from Buddhist temples in China to studying psychology and becoming a licensed massage therapist. This episode dives deep into the complexities of memory suppression, dissociative disorders, and the long-lasting impact of childhood trauma. Through it all, Thomas's unwavering commitment to helping other survivors shines brightly. If you're looking for a story that embodies resilience and the power of community support, this episode is a must-listen.

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