David Lewry
David Lewry
Dee's Story
Dee's Story
Dee's Story
Thursday 21st July 2022
Dee's journey of healing from trauma in an evangelical community highlights faith, boundaries, and resilience on 'Voices in Recovery'.
82 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Raw
Thought-provoking
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Author:
David Lewry
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Dee's Story: Healing, Faith, and the Power of Boundaries
I think the things that make me the most beautiful is the fact that I've been broken, that I'm quirky and I'm weird, and I'm very short story.
Have you ever wondered how someone can rebuild their life after experiencing deep trauma within a faith community? Dee's story offers a compelling glimpse into such a journey. In this episode of 'Voices in Recovery', Dee sits down with host David Lewry to share her experiences growing up in an evangelical community where she faced abuse and betrayal. The very institution meant to protect her ended up covering for her abusers, challenging her faith and sense of safety.
Dee opens up about the complex dynamics of motherhood while dealing with trauma and how setting boundaries became a crucial part of her healing process. She also delves into the concept of reward and punishment in religion and its impact on her path to self-discovery. Through her candid storytelling, Dee highlights the importance of resilience and the transformative power of sharing one's story.
This episode is a heartfelt reminder that growth and healing are possible, even from the most painful experiences. Tune in to hear Dee's raw and inspiring account of hope, resilience, and the beauty found in brokenness.