Episode 4 - What she didn’t say at the bar - Brooke’s Journey

In this powerful episode, Brooke shares the story she never told at the bar—her private journey through trauma, resilience, and healing. From surviving stalking and sexual assault in college to facing Trigeminal Neuralgia, also known as the “suicide disease,” her path has been marked by both invisible wounds and incredible strength.

Brooke opens up about the years of silence, the pain that almost broke her, and how she’s learning to reclaim her voice and care for herself. If you’re drawn to stories of survival, chronic illness, trauma recovery, and the power of vulnerability, this episode will stay with you.

A moving story of courage, healing, and hope—because you never know what someone’s carrying… until they trust you enough to share it.

 National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN)

 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
 www.rainn.org
Free, confidential support 24/7 via phone or online chat.

 Vermont Network Against Domestic & Sexual Violence

 www.vtnetwork.org
A coalition of local organizations supporting survivors throughout Vermont.

 The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ support)

 www.thetrevorproject.org
 1-866-488-7386 – 24/7 support for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis.

 Love is Respect (Dating abuse & healthy relationships)

www.loveisrespect.org

 Text “LOVEIS” to 22522
 Call 1-866-331-9474

 

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