Jourdan Watts
Jourdan Watts
Episode 60: "Ava" - Molestation, Self Harm, Addiction, Pregnancy, Single Mom of a Child with Autism
Episode 60: "Ava" - Molestation, Self Harm, Addiction, Pregnancy, Single Mom of a Child with Autism
Episode 60: "Ava" - Molestation, Self Harm, Addiction, Pregnancy, Single Mom of a Child with Autism
Monday 21st October 2019
Listen to Ava's inspiring story of overcoming trauma, addiction, and raising a child with autism on the Hard Knocks Podcast.
38 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
About this podcast
Author:
Jourdan Watts
Overview:
Categories:
Parenting & Children
Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
87 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Ava's Journey: From Darkness to Hope and Resilience
I don't think like without my son, I don't think I would have gotten over, like overcome the drug addiction.
Imagine facing trauma from a young age, battling addiction, and navigating the complexities of raising a child with autism. In this deeply moving episode of the Hard Knocks Podcast, host Jourdan Watts introduces us to Ava, an anonymous guest who bravely shares her life story. Ava recounts her harrowing experiences of childhood molestation by multiple people, including her father and brother. These traumatic events led her down a path of depression, anxiety, and self-harm, starting as early as eighth grade.
By 16, Ava was caught in a whirlwind of drugs and partying, which eventually led to an unplanned pregnancy. Now a single mom, Ava opens up about the unique challenges and joys of raising a child with autism. She discusses the difficulties of moving frequently, fitting into new communities, and the critical role mental health care and medication have played in her journey.
Ava also touches on her experiences with supervised visitation and the importance of safety for her and her child. Despite the overwhelming hardships, Ava's story is one of resilience and hope. She emphasizes the significance of self-care and family traditions in her healing process. This episode isn't just about survival; it's about finding strength in the darkest of times and emerging with a renewed sense of purpose.
If you're looking for a tale of human spirit and determination, Ava's story will leave you inspired and hopeful.