Content Warning:

This episode contains discussions of violence, attempted murder, and an ongoing court case. For legal reasons, we have bleeped out the name of the alleged attacker, as proceedings are still underway. Please listen with care, especially if these topics may be triggering.

In this powerful conversation, Davina shares her harrowing experience of surviving an acid attack, detailing her life before the incident, the attack itself, and the long road to recovery. She discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, her journey of self-discovery, and her aspirations for the future. Throughout the conversation, themes of resilience, the pursuit of justice, and the importance of empathy for other victims are highlighted, showcasing Davina's strength and determination to overcome adversity.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene

00:22 Life Before the Attack

00:51 The Relationship with Alleged Attacker

00:51 The Night of the Attack

00:52 Waking Up in the Hospital

01:25 The Recovery Journey

02:20 The Impact of Pain on Relationships

03:22 Rebuilding Body Image After Trauma

04:40 The Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery

04:57 The Pursuit of Justice

05:49 The Horrors of the Justice System

07:35 Empathy for Other Survivors

08:01 Navigating Safety and PTSD

08:54 Finding Healing Through Support

09:32 Looking Forward: Goals and Aspirations

10:18 Understanding Survivors' Needs

10:18 The Search for Answers

10:26 Confronting the Attacker

11:25 The Ongoing Journey of Closure

Takeaways

Davina was living a vibrant life in Hawaii before the attack. She experienced red flags in her relationship with her alleged attacker. The attack was sudden and life-altering, involving a gun and acid. Recovery from the attack was physically and emotionally grueling. Davina found strength through prayer, reading, and support from friends. Her relationship with her body changed drastically after the attack. The pursuit of justice for her attacker is ongoing and frustrating. Davina empathizes with other victims of violence. She struggles with PTSD and feelings of safety post-attack. Davina is now focused on her future goals and helping others. Davina, acid attack, recovery, resilience, bodybuilding, trauma, justice, PTSD, self-identity, empowerment

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