Ep Desc:
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses about sexual assault.
No one deserves to be violated. But for those who have faced such a miserable situation, they could experience trauma-healing through the power of resilience. In this episode, Corinna Bellizzi sits down with Delicia Niami, a survivor of sexual assault and kidnapping. She looks back on how these heartbreaking experiences turned her into a stronger woman and an inspiring author who now leads other abused individuals towards transformation. Corinna and Delicia also delve into the importance of upholding your rights, the dangers of Trumpism, and how the looming Project 2025 initiative could reshape the US government for the worse.
Human Trafficking Hotline:
• By phone: 1-888-373-7888
• By email: help@humantraffickinghotline.org
• By text: text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE)
Online chat: humantraffickinghotline.org
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
National Runaway Safeline: 800-RUN-AWAY
About Guest:
Delicia Niami is an inspiring author whose life journey has transformed her into a symbol of resilience. From a young age, she faced unimaginable trauma, including a kidnapping that took her to a distant land. Raised by a single mother in California's challenging neighborhoods, Delicia's early years were marked by struggle. Her deeply vulnerable memoir, Kissing Asphalt, chronicles her triumphs and hardships, from abduction to surviving a devastating assault at seventeen. Through her eloquent storytelling, Delicia aims to help others, using her own experiences to inspire and provide solace. Her memoir series, Resilient AF, is a testament to her unwavering commitment to overcoming adversity and prioritizing personal happiness. Delicia Niami's resilience and dedication shine through her poignant writing, inviting readers to find strength in the face of darkness.
Guest Website: https://www.delicianiami.com
Additional Resources Mentioned:
https://circleb.co
https://www.kissingasphalt.com
Show Notes: - Edited Audio
Looking Back - 01:24
As we get started, I know you have quite the audacious story to tell but before we really dig into this the substance of that I'd love for you to kick us off with what inspires you.
Trip To Baghdad - 04:01
Frankly as I prepped for this interview. I went to look at your audiobook on Amazon and even just click that sample story to hear five minutes from it.
Getting Kidnapped - 07:12
I know that. Having been kidnapped by your father. Because it's within the family. You know, it's it's almost like well, I'm supposed to be with my dad, right?
Resilience And Positivity - 09:41
As I think about your work thus far you really have shown yourself to be a Survivor. And so very many ways.
Writing Process - 12:23
I was actually curious and this has to do with the process of bringing your books through to for wishon because you sent me the audiobook for kissing asphalt which was kind of step one.
Sexual Assault - 18:58
I wanted to talk about this perspective because you felt. I think secure enough in your relationship with your mother to essentially go to her right away and say mama I was right.
Disempowerment - 25:12
I wanted to kind of bridge this conversation from your experience into something that I think kind of is at the root of that.
Idiocracy - 32:04
I have something I wanted to bring up just for the fun of it. Have you ever seen the film idiocracy?
Project 2025 - 36:33
That's the reason why you have to dig deep and you have to share the things.
Book Series - 40:08
I think we're on the same page there and Alicia I very much look forward to the release of your second book in this series Not my circus.
Episode Wrap-Up - 48:30
I just want to offer you a moment to offer any closing thoughts that you might have. Perhaps a wish or a prayer.
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