Felisha Johnson's Triumph Over Trauma: From Foster Care to Advocacy
I am deserving to live a life of peace, love, joy and happiness
What happens when a childhood filled with pain transforms into a life of purpose? Felisha Johnson's story is a testament to resilience and determination. In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Felisha opens up about her harrowing experiences with physical and sexual abuse, her decade-long stay in the foster care system, and the incredible journey she undertook to heal and thrive. At just seven years old, Felisha faced unimaginable trauma at the hands of family members.
Labeled as a troubled child, she was taken from her family and placed in foster care, where she would remain until she emancipated at sixteen. Despite these hardships, Felisha refused to let her past define her future. Through sheer willpower and a commitment to self-healing, she not only overcame her traumatic past but also became an advocate for others facing similar struggles.
She founded the 'Heal Your Story' Foundation, aimed at helping trauma survivors and encouraging at-risk youth to transform their painful experiences into opportunities for growth and betterment. This episode is a raw and inspiring look at how one woman's journey through adversity led her to become a beacon of hope for others. Tune in to hear Felisha's story, learn about the tools she used to heal, and find out how she's making a difference in the lives of many.