At just 14 years old, Chris entered the juvenile justice system for minor offenses, where he encountered a trusted county sheriff who would profoundly alter the course of his life. After being groomed and sexually abused, the trauma followed him into adulthood, leading to years of addiction, mental health struggles, and silence.Today, Chris is sharing his story to expose the abuse of power that went unchecked, advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, and prove that healing is possible even after decades of carrying the weight of the past.Check Out Chris: → FacebookTopics Discussed:→ Growing Up in the Juvenile Justice System→ Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse→ The Lasting Effects of Trauma→ Holding Powerful People Accountable→ Finding Healing Through AdvocacySponsored By:→ Wayfair | Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.On This Episode We Cover: → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → → Further Listening: → My Father Was a Pastor and a Predator - OFFICIAL MERCH NOW AVAILABLE - code INSANE10 gets you 10% off for a limited time- Join We’re All Insane Mailing List for EXCLUSIVE Content + Discounts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices