Cherie White: Rising Above Bullying and Abuse
I didn't know that I was poor until I was in the a-track and they didn't do it too much in the a-track. And she says I just figured that they were picking on me, they were leaving someone else alone. But the people that bullied me, it wasn't just the rich kid. It was the poor kids too that bullied me, you know.
Picture this: a young girl, bright and full of potential, suddenly finds herself the target of relentless bullying. That's Cherie White's story. In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now' (SCAN), Cherie, an anti-bullying advocate and author, opens up about her painful experiences from 6th grade onwards. She faced physical beatings, cruel name-calling, and was gaslighted to the point of feeling utterly powerless. Her grades plummeted, and she even attempted suicide at fourteen. But Cherie's journey didn't end there.
Instead of succumbing to despair, she turned her trauma into a mission to help others facing similar battles. Now, she uses her story to shed light on the harsh realities of bullying and abuse, offering hope and practical advice to those in need. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, resilience and advocacy can lead to profound healing.
If you've ever felt the sting of bullying or know someone who has, Cherie's story is one you won't want to miss.