***Trigger Warning - This Episode Contains Content That is Graphic in Nature***

Welcome back to our first storyteller interview. Astrid Parks is a survivor of Military Sexual Assault which occurred while on active duty with the Coast Guard. Her story is an important lesson in how to identify the signs of grooming.

I’m grateful that Astrid reached out to our group and proud that she is taking the steps she needs to heal. Everyone’s journey is different and we can all learn something by sharing our stories. Thank you so much for sharing, Astrid. We are not alone!

Thanks for listening, and take care of yourselves.

Theme music by David Brown of Wayward Blues - check him out at www.waywardblues.com and on Spotify

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