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Stolen Starlight

Stolen Starlight

Written by: Nelle Ashborn
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 Stolen Starlight shares one survivor's journey of healing from a nightmare that occurred in the shadows of Northern Ontario's "Sleeping Giant". Within this twisted tale of corruption and survival, is an empowering story of triumph and hope. After finding myself caught in a vile predator's despicable web of deception, I am breaking my silence, more than a decade later. I've found my voice. I've recovered the Starlight. Content Warning: sexual assault, abuse of authority, self-harm, suicideNelle Ashborn Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Episode 3: Sullied Sensibility

    Episode 3: Sullied Sensibility
    Jul 16 2024
    In this episode, I discuss the power that human connection has on the trajectory of our growth, and the impact that sharing our stories has on reducing shame, while fuelling hope. Content Warning ⚠️ Sexual Assault, Abuse of Authority, Self-Harm The most terrifying moment of my life, a test of endurance known as the “breaking”, pushes me into an unprecedented position of helplessness while critically assessing my chances of survival. Dean crosses a boundary that places me in a mortified state of uncertainty.
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    28 mins
  • Episode 2: Silenced Screams

    Episode 2: Silenced Screams
    Jun 4 2024
    Previously (Episode 1: A Sticky Situation)... While spending ten days visiting Northern Ontario for work-related purposes, I stayed with a family member of my employer - a police officer named Dean. Next door to Dean lived another family member of theirs, Darryl. On my first night there, I was driven by Dean to a remote location, where Darryl brutally assaulted me. In this episode, (Episode 2: Silenced Screams)... Content Warning: SA, S*icide I seek help from a uniformed officer before ensuing chaos leaves me questioning my entire existence. Dean's diabolical intentions become clearer, and I fall deeper into a carefully woven web of deception. Since that dark chapter, I have found hope. I've recovered the Starlight. Follow me on socials: https://linktr.ee/Nelle.Ashborn
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    23 mins
  • Episode 1: Sticky Situation

    Episode 1: Sticky Situation
    May 29 2024
    I’m Nelle, and I have a story to tell. It's a rather unbelievable one. A twisted tale of corruption and survival. Hurt and hope. Nightmares and dreams. Trauma and triumph. I am breaking free from silence to illuminate a darkness that tried to swallow me. This is my truth. This is the story of Stolen Starlight. Content Warning: SA Follow me on socials! https://linktr.ee/Nelle.Ashborn?utm_source=linktree_admin_share
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    12 mins
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