But by the end of the first workday, I was so clear that I just wasn't interested in telling that story again. I wanted to explore something else.
For seven months, I wrote and crafted my original true life story. I left the story of sexual abuse behind, and explored another facet of my life - my relationship with my mom.
I've gained so much from this experience -- it's been a friendly reminder that our stories are medicine and how some stories can fade and stop being so central as new stories take the spotlight.
I was reminded of how my hope and wish for all of my clients is that they reach the place where they are somewhat "bored" of their trauma story and can be with the stories that are present and alive right now.
I'm pretty dang proud of what I created and I also believe this story can be of help and inspiration to others, so I would love for you to share this far and wide!
With love (and practicing vulnerability),
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 Watch this video learn how to come out, break the silence, and share your story in a safe and when the time is right way. Read this step-by-step guide for determining if you are ready to speak to an abuser (you will need to be a member of the Healing from Sexual Abuse Facebook group).  If you were to set your story of trauma and abuse aside, what other stories would you want to tell? Want to learn how to Break the Silence Like a Bad Ass? Email me at coach@rachelgrantcoaching.com to learn more about my step-by-step process that helps you: * determine if you’re ready to break the silence * avoid re-traumatizing yourself and * minimize potential fallout that often comes with this discussion
BOOK OF THE MONTH
This book chronicles the unforgettable account of one of the most severe child abuse cases in California history. It is the story of Dave Pelzer, who was brutally beaten and starved by his emotionally unstable, alcoholic mother: a mother who played tortuous, unpredictable games--games that left him nearly dead. He had to learn how to play his mother's games in order to survive because she no longer considered him a son, but a slave; and no longer a boy, but an "it."
Dave's bed was an old army cot in the basement, and his clothes were torn and raunchy. When his mother allowed him the luxury of food, it was nothing more than spoiled scraps that even the dogs refused to eat. The outside world knew nothing of his living nightmare. He had nothing or no one to turn to, but his dreams kept him alive--dreams of someone taking care of him, loving him and calling him their son.
UPCOMING EVENTS
July Topic: Living in Our Bodies
As survivors of childhood sexual abuse, many of us find living in our bodies discomforting. Our abuse is taken in through our bodies and our bodies hold a record of our memories. We will explore the discomforts and pleasures, the way healing is related, and any lessons you've learned along the way for living in your body.
Learn More & Register Here
.webp) 24th International Summiton Violence, Abuse & Trauma Across the Lifespan
September 4-8, 2019
San Diego, California I will be speaking Friday morning. Hope to see you there! Registration Now Open!  October 25-26, 2019 Orlando, Florida
I am so excited to be presenting at this year's Courage Conference, which offers a unique opportunity to learn from survivors, advocates, and trained professionals through inspiring keynote talks and workshops. We connect attendees with reputable local and national organizations and make space for valuable connections. The Courage Conference is an ideal place for survivors, advocates, community leaders, and faith leaders to become educated about abuse from advocates who confront it and survivors who live with its effects every day. It is our goal that everyone leaves empowered to live the most courageous life possible.
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