Jourdan Watts
Jourdan Watts
Episode 58: Marty Wilkinson - Can an Abuser Really Change and Recover?
Episode 58: Marty Wilkinson - Can an Abuser Really Change and Recover?
Episode 58: Marty Wilkinson - Can an Abuser Really Change and Recover?
Thursday 17th October 2019
Marty Wilkinson discusses his transformation from abuser to advocate, highlighting the challenges and steps he took to change in this Hard Knocks Podcast episode.
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Get the buttons here!Marty Wilkinson's Path: From Abuser to Advocate for Change
I'm here to say: look, if you can identify with my behavior in the past and anything that I'm saying, I'm going to describe to you what I did to get better.
What happens when someone decides to confront their darkest behaviors and strive for a better life? In this gripping episode of the Hard Knocks Podcast, Marty Wilkinson opens up about his harrowing journey from being an abuser to becoming a voice for change. Marty's story begins with a childhood marred by abuse from his grandfather, which set the stage for his own abusive tendencies.
Despite having a kind mother and seemingly normal upbringing, Marty found himself trapped in a cycle of narcissism and harmful behavior. But when faced with the possibility of losing his son, Marty made a life-altering decision to seek help. With no resources available for abusers, he felt isolated and desperate.
However, his determination led him to an intensive outpatient program where he confronted his past and took personal inventory in front of a group of people, including a counselor and coach. Marty reflects on how his behavior had more to do with his own self-loathing than with his partner's actions. He realized the importance of not letting others' opinions define him and stopped paying attention to negative comments on social media.
Marty uses a powerful metaphor, comparing abusers to virus carriers who spread harm from person to person. His mission now is twofold: educating victims and helping abusers change. He hopes that by sharing his story, he can inspire others to break the cycle of abuse for the sake of their families and children. Marty's journey is a testament to the possibility of transformation and the power of taking responsibility for one's actions.
Tune in to hear Marty's compelling narrative and find out how he turned his life around.