Healing vs. Retaliation - Surviving Trauma and Sexual Abuse

Watch a powerful TEDx talk by Peter ("Pops") and Adenike ("Ade") Harris, known as Popsnade, as they share their journey of healing from sexual abuse. Explore how this father-daughter duo chose to strengthen their relationship instead of retaliating against Ade's stepfather, who had sexually assaulted her from age 14 to 22. Discover their inspiring system of support and learn practical lessons for healing from trauma. Gain insights into creating non-abusive relationships, the importance of therapy, and finding supportive allies. Understand the challenges and rewards of embarking on a healing journey, as Popsnade demonstrates how to become thriving survivors through candid dialogue, tears, imagination, and even hard-won laughter. Reflect on their powerful message that everyone is worth healing and the significance of breaking the silence to seek help.