Candace Schoner

Speaking Candidly with Candace

Candace Schoner

  • Beating The Odds

Beating The Odds

Tuesday 6th June 2023

Join Charlie Burton as he shares his journey of overcoming addiction and embracing his identity in this heartfelt episode.
37 minutes
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Empowering
Hopeful
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Resilient

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Speaking Candidly with Candace
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Candace Schoner
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Charlie Burton's Journey: Triumph Over Adversity and Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Charlie shares his challenging experiences of abuse, trauma, and struggles with alcoholism and gender identity
  • He emphasizes the importance of therapy and mental health support in the journey of self-acceptance and recovery
  • The podcast sheds light on the societal and personal complexities of being a black trans individual
  • Listeners gain insight into the resilience and empowerment needed to overcome adversity and embrace one's true identity
  • Charlie's story offers a message of hope and encouragement to those navigating similar challenges
Trust the process and take it slow. There's a total shift in your whole way of living. It's important to recognize that this is a mental thing as well as physical, and that you have to treat that the way that you're going to treat your physical self.
Ever wondered what it’s like to face multiple layers of challenges and still come out stronger? In this episode, Candace Schoner sits down with Charlie Burton, a black trans man who grew up in the South, to share his incredible journey. Charlie opens up about the hurdles he faced, from battling alcoholism to navigating his gender identity and dealing with mental health struggles.
Growing up in a place where acceptance was hard to come by, Charlie's story is one of resilience and relentless determination. He talks candidly about the trauma he endured, the battles he fought, and the victories he achieved. This conversation sheds light on the importance of therapy, mental health support, and finding one's true self despite societal pressures. If you're looking for a story that combines raw honesty with hope, this episode is for you.
It's a powerful reminder that no matter how tough the odds, it's possible to find happiness and purpose.