The Hidden Truth: Breaking the Silence
Society & Culture:Documentary
005 A victim of terrifying abuse Rhonda is resilient, courageous and a powerful advocate
In this episode of "The Hidden Truth," Rhonda shares her personal history, being raised in the fellowship and professing her faith at a young age.
She also opens up about her traumatic experiences as a victim, including incidents of abuse by a babysitter and an elder in the fellowship.
Rhonda explains that she had initially minimized the impact of these experiences due to her abusive childhood with her father.
However, after learning about other survivors through recent revelations, she has come to recognize the widespread nature of the issue within the fellowship. The conversation delves into the challenges of addressing these traumas and the importance of support for survivors.
Rhonda discusses her research on how childhood sexual abuse affects the brain and one's overall life. She reveals that she suffered from chronic diseases at a young age and struggled to find healing. They share the importance of setting boundaries and the struggles of trust and forgiveness that arise from abusive relationships.
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