Ep. 10 Dr. Pamala Brown-Grinion welcomes Maryann Rivera Dannert, CEO of MRD Empowerment Solutions, to delve into healing from childhood sexual abuse.
Maryann opens up about her journey, recounting how childhood sexual trauma affected her both mentally and physically. The discussion addresses the long-term impacts and the various ways people cope, including lack of self-worth and challenges in forming healthy relationships.
Using a variety of healing techniques such as meditation, prayer, journaling, and therapy, Maryann has been able to reclaim her life and offer help to others through her podcast and empowerment events. Their dialogue reinforces the notion that while healing takes time, individuals can find strength and solidarity with proper support and resources.
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Key Takeaways:
Healing from childhood trauma is a deeply personal process that requires courage, time, and various support methods like therapy, journaling, and meditation.
Forgiveness is essential for self-healing but does not excuse the actions of the perpetrator.
Creating a safe space for children to express themselves and respecting their boundaries is crucial in preventing further trauma.
Sharing personal stories of abuse can empower others to begin their healing journeys and break the cycle of silence.
Transforming past pain into purpose can foster empowering changes, helping others heal and leading to personal and professional growth.
Notable Quotes:
"Forgive for yourself. Not the individual, not the event, but for yourself."
"You can't heal what you conceal, or other people can't become healed if you conceal."
"Remember that you are a priority and you matter."
"Be gentle with yourself. Your healing doesn't have to look like anyone else's healing."
"We are becoming the role models that we needed in our formative years."
Resources:
Maryann Rivera-Dannert's Podcast: Fearless Fridays with Maryann on the JazzCast Pros Network
MRD Empowerment Solutions: MRD Empowerment Solutions
Magazine: Fabulousness Unleashed
Chapters:
0:00 Maryann Rivera-Dannert Introduction
2:33 Healing Childhood Sexual Abuse
12:48 Courage, Reflection, and Support
22:27 Forgiveness and Improved Relationships
28:55 Healing From Sexual Trauma Through Open Conversations
37:58 Live Fearlessly and Create Their Dream Lives
Tune into this compelling episode to gain deeper insights and inspiration. Stay connected for more enlightening content from the Grace and Grind podcast, designed to empower and elevate listeners on their personal and professional journeys.
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