I Am Conquering Mountains

The I Am Conquering Mountains Podcast

I Am Conquering Mountains

  • Help! I'm Trapped! My Childhood Sex Abuser is My Coach & Family Friend!

Help! I'm Trapped! My Childhood Sex Abuser is My Coach & Family Friend!

Friday 3rd November 2023

Listen to Mackenzie Mae's powerful story on 'The I Am Conquering Mountains Podcast' as she transforms from abuse survivor to advocate.
56 minutes
Raw
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Honest

About this podcast

The I Am Conquering Mountains Podcast
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I Am Conquering Mountains
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Categories:
Body & Mind
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Parenting & Children
Sobriety Success Stories
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Mackenzie Mae's Courageous Path: From Abuse to Advocacy

Episode Overview

  • Mackenzie's experience of enduring childhood sexual abuse and finding the courage to speak out at 13
  • Challenges she faced in reporting the abuse and seeking justice
  • The impact of childhood trauma on mental health and coping mechanisms
  • Her journey of healing and advocacy for survivors
  • The importance of self-compassion in the healing process
I think that doing this podcast and my online presence about this is like my way of seeking justice and helping others.
Imagine being just nine years old and having your dreams shattered by someone you trusted. That's exactly what happened to Mackenzie Mae, whose aspirations of becoming a Taekwondo Olympian were crushed when her coach, also a close family friend, began sexually abusing her. For four grueling years, Mackenzie endured this nightmare, trapped in a cycle of fear and betrayal. But her story doesn't end there.
At 13, Mackenzie found the strength to confide in a friend during a competition trip, setting her on a path to reclaim her life and fight back against the trauma that had haunted her childhood. In this powerful episode of 'The I Am Conquering Mountains Podcast', Mackenzie opens up about her journey from victim to advocate. She shares the emotional and psychological battles she faced in reporting the abuse and the impact it had on her mental health.
Her candid discussion sheds light on the complexities of childhood trauma and underscores the importance of self-compassion in the healing process. Mackenzie's resilience and determination to support other survivors are nothing short of inspiring. If you're looking for a story of incredible courage and the power of speaking out, this episode is a must-listen.