Cherie White: Battling Bullying and Finding Strength
Bullies wire you, they rewire you, they reprogram you and before you know it, you're just taking all kinds of crap from people and a lot of times you don't even know you're doing it.
Have you ever wondered how someone can turn their darkest experiences into a beacon of hope for others? Cherie White, an anti-bullying advocate and author from Covington, Tennessee, does just that in this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now'. Cherie takes us through her harrowing journey of being severely bullied and gaslighted as a child. Her story begins in sixth grade, where she endured relentless physical beatings, name-calling, and emotional abuse, which dramatically impacted her mental health and academic performance.
By the age of fourteen, the bullying had pushed her to the brink, leading her to attempt suicide. But Cherie's story doesn't end there. She bravely discusses how she turned her pain into a mission to help others facing similar struggles. This episode features a Q&A session with Cherie, where listeners can call in and discuss their own experiences with bullying.
Cherie shares practical advice on recognizing all forms of bullying, documenting these experiences for legal purposes, and using self-help techniques to start the healing process. Her insights into the predator-prey dynamic of bullying are eye-opening and invaluable for anyone affected by this issue. Whether you're dealing with bullying yourself or know someone who is, Cherie's story offers hope and practical steps toward recovery.