At 45 years old, Dr. John King's life cracked open when suppressed memories of being trafficked as a child resurfaced - sending him into a profound personal reckoning. Instead of running from the pain, John chose to face it head-on. What followed was a long, courageous journey of healing, recovery, and awakening.
In this powerful conversation, John shares how trauma doesn't have to define who you become. As he says, "I was never a victim. I have always been an overcomer. If I can make it, so can you." He speaks openly about how the scars we carry - especially the ones marked by shame - can become symbols of honor and strength.
John brings a lifetime of hard-earned wisdom. He is an author, poet, activist, and founder of the Give Them a Voice Foundation, which he launched in 2015 to advocate for survivors of abuse, trafficking, and PTSD. His poetry collection, No Working Title, offers a raw, evolving portrait of a life reclaimed.
This episode is an invitation into truth, courage, and the profound possibility of rebuilding a life - even after unthinkable harm. It's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.