My Little Girl | by Amanda Waring - A Poetic Journey of Inner Child Healing

This powerful and unflinching 15-minute poetic performance sees Amanda Waring give voice to those who have been silenced by childhood trauma. Through her fearless delivery, she speaks words that many survivors have never been able to voice themselves - containing explicit language and confronting expressions of fear, rage, and pain as it addresses devastating themes including sexual abuse and suicidal thoughts. This is not an easy listening experience – it is raw, challenging, and at times graphic in its truth-telling.

Yet in breaking this silence lies its purpose: by speaking these unspeakable truths through poetry, Amanda hopes to reach those who still carry their trauma in silence, offering recognition, understanding, and a path toward healing. The piece reflects both the devastating impact of abuse and the possibility of reclaiming one's power through giving voice to suppressed pain and anger.

Content Warning: This audio contains explicit language and graphic descriptions of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, and suicidal thoughts. The content is intentionally challenging and may be deeply triggering, particularly for survivors of abuse. Please ensure you're in a safe emotional space before listening.

Remember: Your reaction to hearing this content – whether anger, distress, or recognition – is valid. You are not alone in your experiences or your feelings. While this piece may be challenging to hear, it aims to break the silence that often surrounds trauma, using poetry as a medium for expression and healing.

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