Smart Talks
Join kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart and Elizabeth Smart Foundation Executive Director, Heather Stockdale as they speak with therapists, survivors, and experts as they share stories of empowerment, recovery, and hope. If you or someone you know has ever experienced the horrors of sexual assault, then this podcast is for you!
Smart Talks
How Music and Storytelling Helped a Survivor Heal with Singer and Songwriter Jessica Willis Fisher
Meet the amazing Jessica Willis Fisher! Jess shares her journey from a tumultuous childhood as the oldest of 12 in a controlling and abusive environment to reclaiming her voice through music and storytelling. She discusses the complexities of growing up in a religious household, the impact of familial abuse, and the survival mechanisms that kept her going. Jess emphasizes the importance of understanding the dynamics of abuse and the challenges of leaving such environments, while also highlighting how she got to the point of sharing her truth and reset the narrative surrounding her family's story.
Jessica also highlights the therapeutic power of art, particularly music and writing, as tools for healing and connection.