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Grieving the Death of an Abuser – A Complex Journey
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What happens when the person who caused you deep pain dies, and the world expects you to grieve them? In this powerful episode, host Shaleka Smith sits down with a sexual assault survivor and advocacy worker, Saunté Harden-Tate, to explore the complicated emotions that surface when an abuser passes away.
From unexpected relief to lingering guilt, awkward condolences to silent rage, this conversation gets real about the grief no one talks about—but so many survivors carry.
With honesty, empathy, and a few much-needed laughs (yes, we make room for cheesecake and shady side-eyes), this episode reminds listeners that healing doesn’t follow a script—and you don’t owe anyone a “pretty” version of your pain.
Whether you’re a survivor, an advocate, or someone trying to understand, this episode holds space for grief's messy, honest, and deeply human side.
If you are in the Chicagoland area, we invite you to attend Brave Space: An Assembly for Sexual Assault Awareness on April 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brave-space-tickets-1219913015669?aff=oddtdtcreator
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