Shining a Light on Sexual Abuse - Ed Dudley

Generosity is something that is usually distorted in ways that is used to exploit other people for their own gains. But in the case of Ed Dudley, we will hear what genuine intentions really are and how these intentions are meant to cause a ripple effect toward a bigger scope of people. Ed is one of the founders of A Shining Light, an organization that aims to protect and help victims of sexual abuse. Let’s jump right into it and see how we can help elevate others by being a servant leader.  [00:01 - 5:00] Opening Segment  I introduce today’s guest, Ed Dudley Find Ed at the links below Overview of Ed’s background and what is next for him The servant leadership mindset [5:01 - 14:47 ]  Spirituality in Leadership Ed shares how he formed his mindset of servant leadership Ed talks about his encounters with people that also give The changes that Ed made to attract the right people Ed’s various businesses of elevation Helping sexual abuse victims with Shining Light in Darkness [14:48 - 22:33] Support Groups and Organizations Ed shares the story of when he and his wife shared their story How Ed helped his wife deal with the trauma and the shame Dealing with the weight of other people’s stories and shifting the mindset [22:34 - 35:10] Accepting the Call Ed shares how he kept going and broke through the challenges Teaching children how to respect their bodies and other people’s bodies Treating children as people Ed talks about their rock bottom The most rewarding thing in Ed’s journey [35:11 - 38:55] Closing Segment Background on Ed’s generosityStory of the palm tree by Les Brown What should listeners take away from this? Be a servant and generate a ripple effect Tweetable Quotes: “Keep pouring. Even when I get to the point when I feel like I’m empty, Don’t give up. Because right around the corner someone’s gonna come and pour into me.” - Ed Dudley “The more you educate children, the more protected they are.” - Ed Dudley “When you continue to bless others and help others, it comes back to you.” - Ed Dudley  Resources Mentioned: Shining Light in Darkness IG @weareconnect_ed, Linkedin edward dudley, fb weareconnect LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode or click here to listen to our previous episodes. Dreamcatchers is an inclusive organization that targets people’s interest in being more instead of a certain demographic. We have people from all walks of life at many different ages. Find out more at www.dreamsshouldbereal.com. Find out more about Jerome at www.d3v3loping.com or www.myersmethods.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices