Paul Gilmartin
Paul Gilmartin
Episode 119: Raped By His Sister - Tom
Episode 119: Raped By His Sister - Tom
Episode 119: Raped By His Sister - Tom
Friday 21st June 2013
Paul Gilmartin talks with Tom about overcoming childhood sexual abuse and family trauma. A powerful episode on healing and hope.
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115 minutes
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Paul Gilmartin
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Tom's Journey: Confronting Family Trauma and Finding Hope
I knew why I was underneath the bed, because what was going on was wrong, but I didn't know why I had to hide under the bed as a Five-Year-Old.
Imagine growing up in a family where communication is a struggle, and trauma is buried deep. In this episode of 'Mental Illness Happy Hour', host Paul Gilmartin sits down with Tom, a man who faced unimaginable challenges from a young age. Tom opens up about being sexually abused by his older sister starting when he was just four years old, and the ripple effects it had on his life.
Raised by a Baptist preacher father who frequently moved towns, Tom's story is one of both pain and resilience. He talks candidly about how these early experiences impacted his sexual identity and emotional well-being. This episode isn't just about recounting past horrors; it's about the arduous journey of healing. Tom shares how he learned to set boundaries and the role religion played in his recovery.
The conversation also touches on the broader themes of family dynamics, the importance of communication, and finding empathy in the face of trauma. For anyone grappling with their own dark past or seeking to understand the complexities of trauma, Tom's story offers a powerful reminder that healing is possible, even in the most challenging circumstances.