Tanisha Bankston: Reclaiming Her Voice After Childhood Trauma
I'm a survivor and I'm here to let you know that you can be too. You don't have to stay stuck in your story. You don't have to be a victim, you can be a warrior. You can overcome anything that you've been through. Just know that you're not alone.
Tanisha Bankston's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of 'The Never Give Up Show!', Tanisha recounts her harrowing experiences of childhood trauma and abuse, starting at the tender age of five. She reveals how these early violations led to a life of silence and self-isolation. Taken from her mother by DHS and separated from her siblings, Tanisha faced a childhood marked by neglect and further abuse.
Despite these overwhelming challenges, she found the strength to keep moving forward. By the age of 13, she had escaped her abusive environment and even endured a period of homelessness. Tanisha's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unyielding human spirit. Through therapy, support groups, and a deep faith, she began to heal and reclaim her voice. Today, she is an advocate for other survivors, sharing her story to encourage others to speak out and seek help.
In this episode, Tanisha emphasizes the importance of community support and the transformative power of faith in her healing journey. She also discusses the challenges of navigating the legal system as a survivor and highlights her upcoming event, The Clothesline Project, which allows survivors to express their stories through art. Tanisha's message is clear: no matter what you've been through, you can find the strength to heal and overcome.
Her story serves as a powerful reminder that you're not alone in your struggles and that hope and recovery are possible.