Chapter 3: "Part of me wanted to believe it...because I just felt so lonely"
TRIGGER WARNING!
At the young age of 6, Vodka had to experience what no child should ever have to go through. Living with this experience for years had numerous effects on him and in today's episode he shares this story with us
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For privacy reasons, today's guest has chosen to use the codename, Vodka. We hope his story has inspired you. And to male survivors out there, please know you are not alone. Please know that your stories are valid and we hear you.
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If you have a story you want to share, please reach out to me through the website (https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories). Alternatively you can reach me on instagram @connectedbystories
Host:
Allwell
Instagram: @fourrell
Website: https://www.biasedstudios.com/connected-by-stories
Email: connectbystories@gmail.com
HELPLINES:
If you are ever in this situation and you don't know where to look for help, below are some good resources:
1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732
24 hour national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling line for any Australian who has experienced, or is at risk of, family and domestic violence and/or sexual assault.
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Lifeline has a national number who can help put you in contact with a crisis service in your State. Anyone across Australia experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can call.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233