Laura West: From Childhood Torture to Triumph and Advocacy
So, no matter what we go through, our life would have been different. And sometimes you learn one tiny little golden nugget and you walk out of there and that's amazing.
Imagine enduring relentless torment at the hands of someone you should trust. Laura West from Halifax, Nova Scotia, lived this nightmare for the first 16 years of her life. Brutally beaten and tortured by her older brother, Laura's childhood was marred by pain and fear. Her parents' constant blame only deepened her trauma, making her believe she was at fault for the abuse.
In this episode of 'Stop Child Abuse Now', Laura opens up about her harrowing past and her incredible journey towards healing and advocacy. She shares how the trauma affected every aspect of her life, from relationships to work, leaving her feeling perpetually guilty and unworthy. But Laura's story is also one of resilience. She discusses the techniques she used to deactivate triggers, embrace self-love, and break free from the cycle of generational pain.
Laura now dedicates her life to helping others as an activist and coach, offering workshops and motivational tools for survivors. Tune in to hear Laura's powerful story of overcoming unimaginable abuse and finding a path to healing.