We Are The Stigma

**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 xoxTopics Include:- Childhood sexual trauma & Repressed memories -Spiritual Awakening-Addiction & SobrietyAshley is a 33 years old woman living in Ontario, Canada. A spiritual awakening in 2017 jarred open repressed memories of childhood se