Jillian Schmitz
Jillian Schmitz
My second 'convenient' abortion
My second 'convenient' abortion
My second 'convenient' abortion
Monday 17th October 2022
Jillian Schmitz shares her second abortion story on Grey Maybe, aiming to break the stigma and encourage open conversations.
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34 minutes
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Empowering Recovery Journeys
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Facing the Silence: Jillian Schmitz on Her Second Abortion and Breaking Taboos
If you don't know anyone around you personally who's had an abortion, it's likely because you're not a safe person to share that information with.
Jillian Schmitz, artist and recovery advocate, dives deep into a topic many shy away from in this episode of Grey Maybe. Sharing her personal journey through her second abortion, Jillian opens up about the societal pressures and personal conflicts that shaped her decision. By recounting her own experience, she aims to dismantle the stigma and shame that often surround abortion. Jillian's candid narrative serves as an invitation for others to share their stories, fostering a supportive and understanding community.
She emphasizes that if you don't know someone who has had an abortion, it might be because they don't feel safe sharing that part of their life with you. Alongside her story, Jillian provides valuable resources like Plan B and the After Abortion PASS Forum, and highlights the Guttmacher Institute's statistic that 1 in 4 women in the US will have an abortion by age 45.
This episode is not just about sharing one woman's experience; it's about creating a space where difficult conversations can happen without judgment. Whether you're directly affected or seeking to understand more about this complex issue, Jillian's heartfelt account offers a compassionate perspective that's both enlightening and empowering.