Geraldine Cullum: Healing from the Shadows of Childhood Abuse
I think you had said the word freedom and I think that was a very profound way to define telling your story, because we're able to take what has been suppressed and really bring it outside of us.
Imagine growing up with a secret so painful that even your family refused to believe it. Geraldine Cullum from Indianapolis, Indiana, knows this all too well. In this eye-opening episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Geraldine shares her harrowing story of childhood sexual abuse at the hands of her grandfather. Her attempts to speak out were met with stern denial from her mother, leaving her trapped in a cycle of silence and shame.
Geraldine’s journey to recovery has been long and arduous, involving battles with sexual addiction, alcohol, and food addiction. Yet, it was through the support of her 'sister of Joy', Barbara Henson, and the holistic healing program she discovered, that Geraldine began to reclaim her life. The episode dives into the importance of memory recovery and how building a timeline helped Geraldine confront her past.
She also discusses the role of nutrition and holistic healing in her recovery process, offering a unique perspective on breaking the cycle of abuse. This episode is a powerful testament to the resilience of survivors and the importance of education and support in their healing journeys. Tune in to hear Geraldine’s inspiring story and learn how she plans to help others through her vision of a holistic healing home.