Surviving childhood trauma: An inspiring story of resilience & healing w/ Jessica Willis Fisher

Jessica Willis Fisher is Americana singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and author of a bestselling memoir “Unspeakable: Surviving My Childhood and Finding My Voice”. Jessica is the eldest daughter in a family of 14 which was headed by an extremely controlling, abusive, violent and domineering father who is now serving a prison sentence of 40 years on 4 counts of child rape. The darker reality was far from the wholesome All-American Christian musical family persona depicted in their reality TV show or their stint on America’s Got Talent.
But Jessica found the courage to find her voice, share her story and do deep healing work; some of which has been channeled into music and her critically acclaimed debut solo album “Brand New Day”, a song of which is played at the end of this episode.
We also discuss:
Jessica’s childhood abuse & her father’s arrest
Narcissism, sociopathy, cults, high control groups
Healing from trauma & getting out of survival mode
Jessica’s husband & the remarkable power of love in healing
Moving forward & post-traumatic growth
Music by: Flood (Instrumental) by RYYZN / ryyzn
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[@maryturner6207]

This has been such a great interview . Thank you both for your openness. I also appreciate the giving of info. about the value of therapy. I struggle with finding good therapists and does it need to be Christian therapists. I also struggle with the cost of therapy.

[@resonate_shannonjenkins]

So glad you enjoyed the interview Mary. Access to therapy can be difficult, but if you can afford it & find the right therapist, it's such a worthwhile investment. In the meantime, keep listening to stories and starting practices at home!

[@jennyparker3890]

This was an amazing interview. Thank you both for speaking out ❤️

[@resonate_shannonjenkins]

Thanks for your kind words Jenny.