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Sexual abuse survivor Simone Maier shares her experiences. 💔#survivor #mentalhealth #nzathlete

January 30, 202400:50
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so you start having flashbacks when
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you're 14 about sexual abuse that
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happened when you're real young yeah
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which was from the neighbor which was it
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was like a grande to us just looking
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after us and that just happened when I
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was four or five years old I forgot all
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about it till I became a teenager and
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had my first boyfriend and it just made
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me from this happy child to some I would
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say probably severe depressed even mom
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was like what's going on with you and
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was like I think I'm going psycho and
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then one night she asked me again and I
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I just unloaded and she like oh is that
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what happened in the past and I was like
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shell Shong is like what do you know
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from the past then she said oh yeah when
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you were little this is what happened
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next door and you told us all about it
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when Mom told me that they knew about it
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was like someone's just rammed the knife
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into my heart and it's my parents and
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you think they are the people they
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supposed to look after me and support me
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you know what I mean

Podspun Insights

In this deeply moving episode, a guest bravely recounts the harrowing journey of uncovering buried memories of childhood sexual abuse. Starting with innocent flashbacks at the age of 14, the narrative unfolds to reveal how these memories transformed a once joyful child into a teenager grappling with severe depression. The emotional weight of the story is palpable as the guest shares the moment of revelation with their mother, who had known about the abuse all along. This shocking twist leaves listeners grappling with the complexities of trust and the impact of silence within families. The episode is a poignant exploration of trauma, resilience, and the long road to healing, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the lasting effects of childhood experiences.

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Episode Highlights

  • Unloading the Past
    After years of silence, she finally reveals her trauma to her mother.
    “I just unloaded and she like oh is that what happened in the past”
    @ 00m 25s
    January 30, 2024
  • The Pain of Betrayal
    Discovering her parents knew about her abuse felt like a deep betrayal.
    “It’s like someone’s just rammed the knife into my heart.”
    @ 00m 37s
    January 30, 2024

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Key Moments

  • Emotional Unloading00:25
  • Parental Betrayal00:37