The Quiet Man's Inner turmoil of childhood sexual abuse

from Bearing Scars · host Michael Ertel

Sometimes, it's the quiet man who has the most tumultuous past.For three years in the early 1970's a pre-teen Ralph Park was sexually abused by a neighbor. After escaping his abuser, Ralph created a life which eventually included a multi-million dollar business, a ten acre mansion, and a loving family. Despite his inner demons, Ralph had seemingly achieved the American Dream.Until one day, more than 40 years after his childhood sexual abuse ended; his abuser walked in to Ralph's office, and upended his life once again.The next episode of Bearing Scars unwraps the spiraling downfall of a quiet leader and his fight to regain his own life's story.Subscribe today to discover all the stories of those who have overcome.Links from episode:https://rainn.orghttps://988lifeline.orgPlease review our podcast on Apple or Spotify. You can also rate us on Podchaser at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/bearing-scars-6266254

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