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October 10, 2022 36 mins

Julie Whitehead is a survivor of child sexual abuse, domestic abuse, and human sex trafficking. Her story of abuse spans 31 years and was discussed in Smart Talks season 1, episode 14. Today, Julie joins Elizabeth to talk about the steps she's taken in her healing journey and what the future holds for her. She mentions certain tools she's learned to overcome triggers, her developing book, and her thoughts on her life purpose.

Show notes:
-View the full transcript and related links at elizabethsmartfoundation.org/smart-talks-3-16.

-Chat 24/7 with the National Sexual Assault Hotline.

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