Helping men heal from childhood sexual abuse - Merle Yost (Take your power back)

We've all been victimized.  Your job is to heal and take your power back.  Merle Yost is an EMDR certified psychotherapist, author and teacher who understands about healing from sexual abuse from personal experience.  You can reach Merle at his websites https://unspokenboundaries.com/ and https://merleyost.com.Some of the highlights Merle shares:Most people aren't aware of the widespread problem of male sexual abuseHow traumatic memories can be occluded and forgottenMerle's personal story of experiencing sexual abuse from his fatherCorrecting false beliefs about sexual abuseAbuse is usually carried out by someone you know and trustPedophiles look like everybody elseHow abuse can negatively affect personal boundariesWe recreate our childhood experiencesBig T and small t traumaWe are formed by our experiences, but we don't need to be defined by themI don't see myself as a victimIt's our job to healLiving as a victim is a dead endTake back your powerWhat is gynecomastia and what causes it? (liver condition that causes men to develop female breasts)Not all therapists are created equalHow to choose a good therapistEMDR is the closest thing we have to a "magic pill" for healingShame is a wasted emotionAnd more Please share, subscribe, leave a rating and review, visit the Linda's Corner website at lindascornerpodcast.com and/or follow on youtube, facebook, instagram, and pinterest @lindascornerpodcast. Thanks!Also please visit the Hope for Healing website at hopeforhealingfoundation.org for free resources to increase happiness, build confidence and self esteem, improve relationships, manage stress, and calm feelings of depression and anxiety.   Become the champion of your own story as you overcome your challenges. Listen, Share, and SupportIf this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who may need hope today.Be sure to subscribe, leave a rating and review, and help us spread more healing and inspiration to the world.Free Resource for HealingIf you're ready to release stress, calm your mind, and begin healing from within, visit:🌿 https://hopeforhealingfoundation.orgDiscover free resources to help you build confidence, improve relationships, and find peace as you become the champion of your own story.