The Something to Say Podcast19 Helmi 2025

When home isn't your safe place - "I'm grateful for the memory loss"

Content warning: This video contains themes of sexual abuse. If you think it may be triggering for you please take care when listening. The thoughts and opinions expressed by our contributors are not necessarily those held by Something to Say.

Did you grow up feeling safe in your family home? Have you ever had to make yourself small to feel safe? Kari describes how as a young child she learnt that "if I'm not seen and I'm not heard, no harm can come to me". Hear Kari bravely share her story of childhood abuse, and how she has triumphed over her past to be able to live a meaningful life today.

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