Send us a textMandy lived with her Mother, and as boyfriends came and went, abuse became a normal part of Mandy's childhood. Then, at just 12 years old, her Mother's new boyfriend, a cop, would repeatedly, sexually abuse her. Warned not to say anything, Mandy accidentally let slip to her school friend, who in turn told the school councilor, who in turn, reported his behavior to the police. Brace yourselves for one of the most intense, harrowing, yet bravest guest stories we have ever had. What would transpire would result in her Mother and her Boyfriend taking their own lives. Guilt and regret would leave Mandy trying to follow in her Mothers footsteps. This episode is a hard listen, but shows that it IS possible to turn even the most damaged and traumatic childhoods into a life of hope, happiness, and fulfillment. Mandy you are amazing!!TRIGGER / CONTENT WARNING: Episode Includes discussions about childhood sexual abuse, parental suicide, and suicide attempts.Links From Mandy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mandy.harvey.3551Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandylharveyConnect with Mandy: https://linktr.ee/mandylharveyLearn more about Somatic Experiencing: https://traumahealing.org/Other Trauma Healing Resources: Therapy in a Nutshell YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TherapyinaNutshellSuicide Prevention: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Support the show

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