James Powell
James Powell
#BanConversionTherapy - with Jonathan Brower
#BanConversionTherapy - with Jonathan Brower
#BanConversionTherapy - with Jonathan Brower
Wednesday 10th June 2020
Join James Powell and Jonathan Brower as they discuss the impact of conversion therapy and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights in 'This Little Light of Mine'.
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James Powell
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Religion & Spirituality
Healing Relationships
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Jonathan Brower: Surviving Conversion Therapy and Embracing Authenticity
It's so important to walk through the depth of those conversations and that language to identify it and say: actually this is gaslighting, like you said, because you know, I think we're not seeing a lot of people who went through vision therapy speak up as much as they could, and I don't think that they need to either, because I think that that's asking victims to really, you know, do all the work.
Imagine being told that who you are at your core needs to be changed. In this episode of 'This Little Light of Mine', James Powell sits down with Jonathan Brower, a man who endured conversion therapy not once, but four times. Jonathan’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the dangers of trying to force someone to change their sexual orientation based on misguided beliefs.
Jonathan opens up about his harrowing experiences with conversion therapy programs and the toll they took on his mental health. He shares how these programs, masked as religious compassion, are actually practices of exclusion and hate. His journey from being subjected to these harmful practices to advocating for their ban in Calgary, Alberta, is both inspiring and eye-opening. James and Jonathan delve into the politics behind conversion therapy and its ongoing presence in society today.
They discuss the recent legislative victory in Calgary and the significance of this ban for the LGBTQ+ community. The conversation highlights the importance of creating safe spaces where people can share their stories and find healing. Jonathan's courage in sharing his journey offers hope to others who may be struggling with similar issues. He emphasizes that it is possible to overcome the trauma inflicted by such harmful practices and to embrace one's true self.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the real impact of conversion therapy and the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights.