Overcoming Sexual Abuse

Childhood sexual abuse can lead to perpetual people pleasing even after the abuse ends. I’ll share the damage it causes to yourself and to your relationships and why it’s vital to treat your yes as sacred. I’ll show you the best way to own your no and take back control of your life.  For a list of gracious ways to say no, go to the show notes page: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/019

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The relationship with your family of origin is for your survival and well-being. But what if the relationship is actually harmful? At what point is estrangement a good option? I'll share the pros and cons of staying and leaving, the specific ways you can gain more clarity, and the hidden signs that the relationship is actually already over. Show notes page: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/018

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It can be excruciating to really see the level of betrayal you’ve experienced with childhood sexual abuse. The betrayal wound creates a chasm in all your relationships until you face and heal it. I share my family’s betrayal and how I navigated that as well as how you can heal the wounds in your own life. Show notes page: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/017

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In the last episode, I shared the truths behind those internal and external pressures that keep us locked up with the secrets. I ended with my parents hearing about me speaking out and the certified letter from my mother demanding that I stop. We’ll continue with how I processed her threats, the subsequent lawsuit and how you can better protect yourself from the social and legal consequences of exposing your abuser. Show notes page: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/016

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There are internal and external pressures to protect your abuser and keep the secret of sexual abuse and speaking out sometimes comes with very real social and legal consequences.  I uncover the hidden attitudes and beliefs that position us as protectors of the secrets and lies as I share my process of speaking out. Then I share how to process those things so you’re free to decide if speaking out is best for you. Show notes page: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/015

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Neglect and abuse make it a matter of survival to not only silence your speaking voice but your internal voice. I share the specific reasons it was survival to shut down your voice, the hidden effects of that now, and how to work through the fear of using your voice so you can regain your power. Go to the show notes page for the free healing resource that accompanies this episode: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/014

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Healing from abuse requires extra time and energy. While we can’t stop regular life to make room for healing, we can make adjustments to create the space that we deserve. I’ll share the 3 most important ways you can care for yourself as you heal so you’re empowered to move forward. Go to the show notes page for the free healing resource that accompanies this episode: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/013

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The effects of abuse are particularly felt in an intimate relationship. I’m joined by my husband, Don Enevoldsen, and we share the specific ways abuse affected our marriage and the healing process, and the insights we gained as we navigated through to create stability and true partnership. Go to the show notes page for the free healing resource that accompanies this episode: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/012

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Childhood abuse forces us into a role and story that isn’t our own. If you feel that someone else or some outside force has control over your life, this is how to take back control. You can rewrite your story and create the ending YOU want. Go to the show notes page for the free healing resource that accompanies this episode: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/011

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If you've started to face your past, you already know that it's very painful. So many survivors think they have to choose between the extremes of being overwhelmed by pain or else avoiding it. I show you how to instantly feel better without relying on unhealthy coping methods so you can follow through with your commitment to heal. Go to the show notes page for the free healing resource that accompanies this episode: https://overcomingsexualabuse.com/010

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