Sexual Abuse and Healing: Essential Knowledge and Support

Send us Fan MailIn the newest Still Waters Podcast episode, Teri issues a content warning and discusses sexual abuse amid renewed attention from the Epstein files. Citing recent CDC and advocacy data, the episode highlights the prevalence of sexual violence and outlines definitions and forms of abuse. She explains the difference between consent and coercion, reviews effects of trauma, and encourages healing through support and faith, inviting listeners to seek help.  00:00 Welcome and Trigger Warning 00:58 Why This Conversation Matters 02:17 The Stats on Sexual Violence 04:20 Breaking the Silence 06:12 Defining Sexual Abuse 08:54 Forms of Abuse and Grooming 10:58 Consent vs Coercion 15:58 Sexual Abuse in Marriage 17:45 Why It’s So Confusing 18:59 Trauma in the Body 21:42 Shame and the Healing Path 24:33 Neuroplasticity and New Pathways 27:08 Hope, Faith, and Next Steps  Contact The Still Waters Team www.stillwaterslife.comEmail us at:[email protected]@[email protected]@[email protected]@stillwaterslife.comLet us help you find healing and wellness at The Still Waters.