**Trigger Warning: This episode deals childhood sexual abuse and suicide - if you
After taking a few weeks off, we are finishing this season STRONG! In this episode, we share a brave and powerful conversation with Ashley Arruda. After hearing the stories of Jen Elizabeth, Desi Martin, and others, Ashley asked to share her story - and we are deeply grateful that she chose to trust us.
Ashley's story of childhood sexual abuse, addiction, spirituality, and everything in between reminds us that we are not alone wherever we are on our journeys. We are all up against something. However, when we can recognize the similarities and connect with each other, we can survive.
Ashley's story is a BEAUTIFUL reminder - wherever you are on your journey, YOUR STORY MATTERS xox
Topics Include:
- Childhood sexual trauma & Repressed memories
-Spiritual Awakening
-Addiction & Sobriety
Ashley is a 33 years old woman living in Ontario, Canada. A spiritual awakening in 2017 jarred open repressed memories of childhood sexual trauma. Since rediscovering these memories, Ashley has found sobriety. Like many who battle addiction, her sober journey has had its difficult moments. Still, she continues to pick herself back up! Ashley found power in the stories of others and is now on a mission to help those struggling through sharing her journey.
Ashley enjoys nature, cooking and spending time with loved ones.
-You can find Ashley on Instagram @optionaltoaster
-You can follow us @_wearethestigma on Instagram and Facebook
-You can follow Cody’s spiritual journey here on YouTube & his Limiting Beliefs Sessions on Instagram @CodyKreutz
-Find Melissa on Instagram @_thepetitecactus
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