Caution

This episode discusses the topic of sexual abuse. Please listen at your own discretion and shield young listeners who may overhear.

Summary

Nancy Manassero shares her personal journey of healing from sexual abuse and her ministry to survivors. She emphasizes the prevalence of sexual abuse and the importance of defining consent. Nancy discusses the impact of sexual abuse on one's identity and the role of God in the healing process. She provides steps for healing, including telling your story, finding support, and seeking professional help. Nancy encourages individuals to take one step towards healing and offers resources, including her book 'Heart Mending' and 'My Healing Journal.'

Takeaways

• Sexual abuse is prevalent and often goes unreported, affecting both women and men.
• Healing from sexual abuse requires defining consent, telling your story, finding support, and seeking professional help.
• Sexual abuse can deeply impact one's identity, but God offers healing and restoration.
• The healing process takes time and occurs in layers, but God's timing is perfect.
• God is the ultimate healer and can make something beautiful out of the pain and trauma of sexual abuse.

Want More Information or Help With Sexual Violence?

• Visit https://www.rainn.org/
• Call 1-800-656-HOPE

Want More From Nancy?

• Heartmending: God Can Heal Your Heartbreak From Sexual Abuse
• My Healing Journal
• : Hope for Healing Newsletter
• https://www.nancymanassero.com/resources Available resources
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This podcast represents the opinions of Julie Rebboah and her guests, which are subject to change. The content of this Podcast is for inspirational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice or diagnosis from a medical or mental health professional. Certain topics may trigger listeners. You are advised to refrain from listening if you are likely to become offended or adversely impacted by sensitive topics that may include: abuse, addictions, alcoholism, childhood trauma, family dysfunction, faith, mental health disorders, sex, suicide, neglect, or violence. Use of information or materials linked from this Podcast is solely at the user's own risk. Julie Rebboah and her guests are not responsible for any direct or indirect losses or damages in connection with the use of this Podcast, or inability to access it. Listening to this Podcast does not form a practitioner/client relationship between the listener and Julie Rebboah, or her guests. Listeners are advised to immediately seek local professional advice and care before taking any action.

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