In this episode of the 'Beyond The Call' podcast, Willow, a long-time friend mine, shares her harrowing journey through childhood neglect, sexual abuse, and eventually being coerced into sex work by an abusive partner named Brad.
The conversation details Willow's early life, characterized by a lack of nurture and support from her parents, and follows her into a toxic relationship where she was manipulated into full-service sex work under threats and coercion. Willow discusses her struggles with PTSD, her relationships, and the ongoing impact of her trauma, including a diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder.
Highlighting the importance of therapy and self-care, Willow opens up about her path to reclaim her narrative and find hope and healing, emphasizing the value of seeking help and building supportive communities.
This is an incredibly brave episode and contains triggering subjects. Please use your discretion when deciding to listen.
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