Felisha Johnson: Healing from Trauma Through Art and Community
I think it's always a level of just becoming better, becoming your authentic self, your one with you and knowing who you are, knowing that the things that used to bother you no longer bother you as far as emotionally, and then mentally, just always, you might not be in the same mental state.
Felisha Johnson's story is one of resilience and transformation. On this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Felisha opens up about her harrowing childhood experiences of physical and sexual abuse. Taken from her family and placed in the foster care system for ten years, she faced numerous challenges and hardships. Despite these obstacles, Felisha refused to let her past define her future.
She shares how she initially turned to relationships, drugs, and alcohol to numb her pain, only to find that these were not the solutions she needed. Instead, she discovered hope and healing through art therapy, dancing, and other unconventional methods. Felisha emphasizes the importance of finding a support system, whether through mental health professionals, friends, or mentors. Her journey underscores the crucial role adults play in preventing child abuse and supporting survivors.
This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of healing after trauma.