NAASCA ORG
NAASCA ORG
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2991
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2991
Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 2991
Tuesday 23rd August 2022
Listen as Terrie MacClalus and Rev Hank McGrath share their powerful stories of overcoming childhood trauma on 'Stop Child Abuse Now'.
90 minutes
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Get the buttons here!Terrie MacClalus & Rev Hank McGrath: Finding Strength Amid Childhood Trauma
It's important to remember that healing is possible, and we can break the cycle of abuse. We are not defined by our past, but by how we choose to move forward.
What happens when childhood innocence is shattered, and the road to recovery seems endless? In this compelling episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', co-hosts Terrie MacClalus and Rev Henry (Hank) McGrath open up about their harrowing experiences and the paths they took to find healing. Growing up in upstate New York, both Terrie and Hank faced unimaginable hardships that left deep emotional scars. Terrie, the middle child of five, saw her family torn apart at the age of ten.
This upheaval marked the beginning of a dark period filled with sexual harassment and a crushing sense of unworthiness. She turned to alcohol as a way to numb her pain, only to find it made things worse. Hank's story is equally heart-wrenching. Raised in a chaotic, alcoholic household, he found himself hustling on the streets by age eleven, surrounded by dangerous influences. His childhood was marked by severe physical abuse and trauma.
Despite their different paths, both Terrie and Hank found solace and support through NAASCA. They discuss how the organization provided a safe space for them to share their stories and begin their healing journeys. Terrie emphasizes the importance of letting go of shame and learning self-forgiveness, while Hank speaks about the role of faith and spirituality in overcoming anger and resentment.
This episode dives deep into coping mechanisms like addiction and self-harm, which many survivors turn to in an attempt to manage their pain. It also highlights the critical role of support systems and unconditional love in the healing process. Terrie and Hank's stories are not just tales of survival but of transformation and hope. Their journeys remind us that while healing is a long and challenging process, it is possible to find peace and joy on the other side.
Whether you're a survivor, know someone who is, or are simply interested in understanding the complexities of childhood trauma, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear how Terrie and Hank turned their pain into a powerful message of resilience.