After 2 years of hosting The Deep and holding space for others, I'm ready to share with you one of the traumas that I lived through. When I was younger, I became a victim of domestic violence. I was manipulated, isolated, physically and sexually abused until I didn't know who I was anymore. But I got out. Somehow. And this is my story.Sean Szeps holds this conversation. Someone I trust and tell all my secrets to.Please note. During this chat I may sound guarded or at times unemotional. I know that this is still a trauma response. Because of legal reasons I can't reveal the identity of my abuser so some things need to stay private. It makes this a difficult conversation because I can't share everything that I want to. What I am doing is sharing the full extent of this abusive relationship for the first time ever.Content warning; This episode discusses domestic abuse, physical and sexual abuse, and suicide. Support resources are listed below...
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episode 3: The Trauma Cleaner Part 2
We continue talking to Sandra Pankhurst but now we move into her current work as a trauma cleaner.
What is that?
Its the work no one wants to do, 3 week old decaying body- call the trauma cleaner, double suicide- call the trauma cleaner, meth lab explosion- call the trauma cleaner, 45 years worth of hoarding you call Sandra.
Sandra works within the worst conditions but brings the most dignity to her clients. She takes us through some of her toughest jobs and shares what its like doing the job no one else knew existed and how to do it with heart.
Content warning: This episode contains a graphic description of self harm and suicide. You may chose to skip this section (5.04-6.54). If this episode triggers you please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you want more Sandra you can:
- Buy her book: The Trauma Cleaner
- Visit her website
- Follow her on Instagram
Credits:
- Joanne Helder - Audio Producer
- Caleb Jacobs - Sound and Music
- AJ Davis - Comms Manager
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