Kristina Jones: From Shadows to Spoken Word - A Journey of Healing
Transparency transforms the lives of others.
How do you turn pain into poetry? In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Kristina 'Transparenci' Jones from Chicago opens up about her incredible journey from childhood trauma to healing. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, Kristina's mission is to help young girls and women face and heal from their own experiences of sexual abuse. Her story is not just one of survival, but of transformation and redemption.
Kristina's passion for transparency shines through her poetry and spoken word, offering a powerful message that 'transparency transforms lives' as Brittany Jackson once said. Her first book, 'Suppressed Wounds: Redemption and Recovery', released in March 2022, delves into her battles with self-worth and the long shadow of sexual abuse that began at the tender age of three.
Kristina talks openly about the invisible war she fought, a battle against deep-seated trauma that she learned to navigate with the help of her faith and the Holy Spirit. Through her art, she has found a way to process her pain and offer hope to others. This episode is a heartfelt conversation about the importance of awareness, prevention, and the role of community support in the healing process.
Kristina's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of creativity in recovery. If you or someone you know is dealing with the aftermath of childhood trauma, Kristina's words may be just what you need to hear.