D.J. Burr
D.J. Burr
A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part One
A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part One
A Journey Through Denial feat Nanette Kirsch - S2E1 - Part One
Sunday 1st October 2017
Nanette Kirsch shares insights from her book on David Wagner's struggles with abuse, addiction, and mental health, emphasizing the power of speaking out.
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Facing Denial: Nanette Kirsch on Overcoming Trauma and Finding Healing
Understand that the cost of not speaking it is great and the risk is life-threatening, but that the hope in speaking it and finding hope and listening to other survivors' journeys and finding a path for yourself is so worth the battle.
Imagine carrying the weight of a friend's darkest secrets and using their story to shed light on the shadows. In this compelling episode of 'Journey On: Survivors Healing from Sexual Abuse & Assault', host D.J. Burr welcomes author and survivor Nanette Kirsch. They dive into her book, 'Denial: Abuse, Addiction, and a Life Derailed', which tells the heart-wrenching tale of David Wagner, a man haunted by childhood sexual abuse.
David's life spiraled into addiction and mental health struggles, ultimately leading to his tragic suicide. Through Nanette's eyes, we get a glimpse of his journey and the devastating impact of denial. The conversation doesn't shy away from tough topics. Nanette and D.J. explore the importance of breaking the silence, sharing survivor stories, and the transformative power of owning one's narrative. They emphasize that acknowledging trauma is a crucial step towards recovery.
This episode is a poignant reminder that survivors face daily battles, but with support, hope, and the courage to speak out, healing is possible. Tune in for an honest and heartfelt discussion that underscores the resilience of the human spirit.