EP 037 - My abuser thought I was weak, but now I'm finding strength I didn't know I had w/ Karly Modolo Artwork

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EP 037 - My abuser thought I was weak, but now I'm finding strength I didn't know I had w/ Karly Modolo

June 12, 2023 • Adam Boismier • Episode 37

The Comfort Via Discomfort podcast is 1-year old! To celebrate this milestone and to honor all the guests and supporters of this show, we’re counting down the top 10 episodes from our first year.

Here is #4 with Karly Modolo!

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Karly is a wonderful person and a tremendous athlete.

Unfortunately, part of her story happens way more often in our society than we care to admit and we rarely talk about it. Karly has been the victim of sexual assault and that's what we talk about during this episode.

Our goal is to normalize conversations like this so we can help others who have experienced this and educate those who haven't. We believe that the more we talk about it, the less power it has and (hopefully) the less it will occur.

*Warning: graphic details are shared in this episode that may be triggering. If you need to listen to this episode while in a safe space (i.e. while not driving) because you anticipate something may trigger you, please do so. Also know that you can always press the pause button and return to the episode if/when you're ready ❤️ we've also included resources below that may help anybody that has experienced sexual assault.

Karly was sexually assaulted by a massage therapist in 2017 and she's been battling for justice ever since. This SIX YEAR process has had many ups and many downs and in this episode, Karly shares it all.

She shares (in great detail) what happened the night she was assaulted and the red flags others shouldn't ignore. She walks us through the aftermath in which the police dismissed her case, some said she was "just seeking attention", and she struggled while flowing in and out of the healing stage as this investigation has been dragged on.

Karly is a warrior that is fighting for justice so that no one else can be hurt by the man that abused her. Her courage, vulnerability, and determination will inspire you.

Where you can find Karly online and resources that may be helpful:

Karly: Instagram | Facebook
Karly is an:
- Ironman Athlete, sponsored by City Cyclery
- Ambassador for the Windsor Essex Bike Community
- Sales / Content Creator for Ly Sports
Karly in the News: Overcoming Sexual Assault | A Spot on Team Canada 2018

Books / Resources that may be helpful:

The Sexual Healing Journey (CAN | USA)
The Sexual Trauma Workbook for Teen Girls (CAN | USA)
The Rape Recovery Handbook (CAN | USA)

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Adam Boismier

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