Grace sits with Dr. Ashley S. Glosson, an infectious diseases scientist, global health expert and memoirist. She is the author of "Blood Orphans." A harrowing true story of growing up trapped inside a home ruled by fear, violence, secrecy and psychological terror. Behind the image of a respected, educated and affluent family, she and her siblings endured years of abuse that stole their innocence far too soon... This is more than a story of survival, it is about what happens after trauma and lasting scars of childhood violence and breaking free from generational cycles of abuse. It explores, resilience, faith and the lasting impact of adversity and the healing it takes...
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Quotes
"Our past may shape us, but it does not have to define us" - Dr. Ashley S. Glosson, Author of "Blood Orphan."
“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.” — Rumi
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” — Maya Angelou
“Turn your wounds into wisdom.” — Oprah Winfrey
“What happened to you was not your fault. But healing is your responsibility.” — Dr. Thema Bryant
“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls.” — Khalil Gibran
“Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.” — Brené Brown
“Your story is what you have, what you will always have.” — Michelle Obama
“Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.” — J.K. Rowling
Key Takeaways
Survivors can carry immense responsibility at a very young age.
Abuse can exist behind “perfect” or “respectable” family images.
Silence is often a survival mechanism—not weakness.
Healing is not linear—it’s built piece by piece.
Success does not erase trauma, but it can coexist with healing.
Breaking silence is a powerful act of reclaiming identity.
Protecting others as a child often leads to delayed self-healing.
Resilience is not about minimising pain—it’s about facing it.
Sharing your story can become a pathway for others to heal.
Journal Prompts
What does “rising above” mean to me personally?
What parts of my story have I kept silent, and why?
When did I first learn to protect others before myself?
What does safety feel like to me today?
How has my past shaped my strength?
What would my younger self need to hear from me now?
Where am I still minimising my pain?
What does healing look like in this season of my life?
Who can I trust with my truth?
What does resilience mean beyond survival?
How can I begin reclaiming my voice?
What boundaries do I need to feel safe?
What am I ready to release?
How do I define my identity beyond my trauma?
What does “freedom” look like for me emotionally?
Contact Dr. Ashley S. Glosson:
https://ashleyglosson-author.com/
Book a therapy and, or coaching session via my website: https://www.freedom4betterlife.com/
MBACP- Certified. (British Association For Counselling & Psychotherapy)
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