I Was Never Aware Of What He Was Doing To Me - Maya’s Story

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  • In this episode of Unfiltered Stories, a kind woman named Maya Meftahi reveals her tragic life story. Maya was raised by both of her parents, but she had no idea that her father had been harassing her sexually. Unfortunately, despite her friends' warnings that what her father was doing wasn’t normal, Maya was never aware of it.
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  • @paulinawatts8539
    @paulinawatts8539 ปีที่แล้ว +1220

    I was groomed, when my mother found out ( well she didn't, someone told her) she said: " why didn't you tell me, you must have enjoyed it". Those words, the shame, hurt me more than anything, and those words still haunt me today 50 years after

    • @mrinalkiran7013
      @mrinalkiran7013 ปีที่แล้ว +120

      That's horrible. I know that shame way too well. It cripples us. I am so sorry you had to go through it. Sending you love. ❤️

    • @adaestay4484
      @adaestay4484 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      😪😓😢

    • @karenb7620
      @karenb7620 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      I am so truly sorry for what happened to you. It was not your fault.

    • @thinkcentre2974
      @thinkcentre2974 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      I thought a mother is wired to tear to pieces anyone hurting her child. Its called mothers instinct ?

    • @georgia8592
      @georgia8592 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ❤❤❤

  • @cinthiac30
    @cinthiac30 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    When I told my story about my uncle raping me. His mother said “she is lying, do you see how she dressed? I told her to stop dressing like that and stop tempting man” I was 11 years old dressing like the church had taught me. Blaming the victim and not the perpetrator is what’s wrong with this society.

    • @amberbarber38
      @amberbarber38 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I’m so sorry to hear this happened to you and that you had to hear such awful comments from people who should have protected you. I pray you have found or find peace because you are so worthy and deserve it ❤

    • @georgia8592
      @georgia8592 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    • @janellejulianajoy
      @janellejulianajoy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I was never molested, but, I remember being so disturbed by something my Grandma said to me. Growing up, I was an Usher in our church and we sat in the very back of the church which put us in the direct line of vision for anyone standing at the pulpit. One Sunday, my Grandma asked me to move because she didn't want the Pastor to be distracted by my pretty legs. I was TWELVE, the pastor at the time was in his 40s!
      Like.. why are they placating a Pedophile? Was he known for looking at little girls?! I wouldn't be shocked, I learned as an adult that the man who occasionally drove the church bus was a convicted child rapist. He drove my cousin and I to a few events when we were between the ages of 11-15. I only learned this a few years ago when said man murdered his wife....a woman I'd known my entire life.

    • @MSSHARIII
      @MSSHARIII 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@@janellejulianajoyMy goodness 🤯🤯 I'm so glad that you never endured anything, but the women who enable these sickos are equally disturbed.

  • @GameChanger597
    @GameChanger597 ปีที่แล้ว +568

    The fact that he gave her tea everyday and she would black out and go into a deep sleep is 100% not normal. There's no question he was drugging her and molesting her.

    • @dianaveronicakambanis9690
      @dianaveronicakambanis9690 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yes.

    • @carolnahigian9518
      @carolnahigian9518 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      A neighbour Boy ( basket Ball - star) noticed me when no one else did- Groomed AND molested. Decades of Trauma& still counseling! dont give Up!

    • @katee8147
      @katee8147 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Survive dear woman - love to fill you up with care.

    • @ladylilo6044
      @ladylilo6044 ปีที่แล้ว

      And take naked photos and sell them on the dark web...these monsters are sick and demonic

    • @nancynahnigoh3550
      @nancynahnigoh3550 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@carolnahigian9518 it is not surprise or weird to say if these actions been done cos he is outsider yet if the father the one should protect his family yet he is ruining that responsible he should take care, it is hurt so much

  • @sarahsheikh9439
    @sarahsheikh9439 ปีที่แล้ว +118

    I can’t understand how a biological father can do this to their child. If a girl isn’t safe with her father, then who is she safe with?

    • @charlieangel9705
      @charlieangel9705 ปีที่แล้ว

      They ruined it for us.

    • @marywest6844
      @marywest6844 ปีที่แล้ว

      Think about that which is not tolerable. I would get free of the situation. Your life is not ruined. What makes you strong is taking the reins of your life. Your future. Make it of your choosing..

    • @marywest6844
      @marywest6844 ปีที่แล้ว

      .you get stronger. Courage, trust in self , self belief, and as you get older, there is change. Take back your choices, your life. Bullies take advantage of others too. You owe abusers nothing.

    • @teddymarian9416
      @teddymarian9416 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      the “biological” shouldn’t even be needed, were talking about a child, one youre raising at that.

    • @lonefaolan6042
      @lonefaolan6042 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yourself

  • @renaea.1695
    @renaea.1695 ปีที่แล้ว +288

    I am 56 years old and I’VE NEVER TOLD. I commend your bravery.

    • @leem200
      @leem200 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      You just did. You have nothing to be ashamed of. You did nothing wrong, he did. Peace to you.

    • @ruthtruthinireland
      @ruthtruthinireland ปีที่แล้ว +26

      It's the most uncomfortable thing to do... to tell. I didn't tell either but my brother told for me - we were about 6/7 years old. I remember being absolutely terrified to open my mouth when my mother questioned me. I'm so glad you left your comment. Don't think for one minute that you're not brave, because you are, incredibly brave.

    • @Brainergameroffical
      @Brainergameroffical ปีที่แล้ว +6

      U are, lady.

    • @relaxationstation7374
      @relaxationstation7374 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      MI6 could use a woman like you!

    • @juliecobbina2024
      @juliecobbina2024 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@Brainergameroffical idiot

  • @feliciaperezauthor
    @feliciaperezauthor ปีที่แล้ว +262

    I was molested by my stepfather for 7 years. The things he did were horrific. The damage he caused will be lifelong. Recovery isn’t easy but necessary. My voice was never heard but it is being heard now. One person at a time. I’m strong enough now and want to share my story to continue bringing awareness. Please choose to fight against molestation/ sex abuse WITH ME!, My fight is just getting started. This fight (for me) is no longer about my abuse, it’s about the society that failed me and my determination to bring awareness.
    Stop Sexual Abuse

    • @Leeejahyup
      @Leeejahyup ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I hope you are comfortable with your body and hating your step father, not yourself❤ stay strong sister 💪

    • @PrincessAfrica3
      @PrincessAfrica3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Im so sorry 😢😢😢 praying for you ❤

    • @sallymander7863
      @sallymander7863 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope you can enjoy your life now and put this despicable person out of your mind.

    • @bernice4599
      @bernice4599 ปีที่แล้ว

      So sorry for all that you endured ☹️😢 🙏

    • @FS02012
      @FS02012 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your mom chose him! She brought him into your life! Of course the abuse would have happened

  • @Lexfeder72
    @Lexfeder72 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    Your mom is as evil as your dad. Sorry you had to go through it. Sending love❤

    • @Hkolncvbj3067
      @Hkolncvbj3067 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. Our nation has a proverb "Husband and wife is one satan". It means that people in couple are the same.

    • @sheilaaba
      @sheilaaba ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Been asking myself the whole time where was mom?!?? So painful for a child to go through all this alone

    • @georgia8592
      @georgia8592 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      ​@@sheilaabaThe mother knew and was jealous of her daughter she likened it to an affair as opposed to child sexual abuse, the mother is just as vile as the father

    • @maryannecomment3302
      @maryannecomment3302 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      How do you know that? Maybe her mother did not know this. That is also possible. If she knew that this happened, she should have tried to help her daughter.

  • @aishabenmoussa557
    @aishabenmoussa557 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    Salam Sister, I was abused by a step uncle at the age of 7. I’m now 57 and I can honestly say it ruined my life. Thankfully you are here telling your truth. 🙏🌺❤️

    • @henashaikh3863
      @henashaikh3863 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      did you let anyone know? If not, why not? Not to blame you, but to understand how these perverts often get away with their crimes

    • @opt4heavenhearts4thehomele27
      @opt4heavenhearts4thehomele27 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Grateful you shared your load with us that we may help you carry it ❤

    • @pburke5274
      @pburke5274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope that you have much joy ahead of you, despite your past.

    • @ashton1952
      @ashton1952 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      ​​@@henashaikh3863 "why not tell?" I don't understand why you even ask this, it's because the victim will be beaten, threatened or told their loved ones will die, etc. if they do. Added, there's the risk that none will believe you, or question how can you say horrible things about your granddaddy.

    • @mina499
      @mina499 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ​​@@henashaikh3863 it haping too mee when i was young like 8 (now iam 35) and i never told anybodys and i was asking the same question too my self why i never told but its verry difficult to explain i think your so shocked that you dont realy know what happing and then you tried so hard to forget that your are in deny and you just acted like it never happing

  • @archeewaters
    @archeewaters ปีที่แล้ว +187

    i don't understand how someone can do this to anyone, especially a child. it's sickening. you should be applauded for showing him up. much healing and peace to you.

    • @erikamejia9448
      @erikamejia9448 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      We can't understand because this is just sickening and obviously a deviation that doesn't fit on a healthy and normal person

  • @pinkrizo3815
    @pinkrizo3815 ปีที่แล้ว +142

    I am a sex trafficking victim and my story is not being heard nor does the law want to uphold my rights as a victim.!!!! I HAVE A STORY TO TELL AND NO ONE CAN SILENCE ME.

    • @ismaasif4402
      @ismaasif4402 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      No ONE can silence you no matter what they do, peace to you

    • @bernice4599
      @bernice4599 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh I’m so sorry for all that you endured. 😢

    • @pinkrizo3815
      @pinkrizo3815 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ismaasif4402 Thank you 🙏

    • @pinkrizo3815
      @pinkrizo3815 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bernice4599 Thank You 🙏

    • @bernice4599
      @bernice4599 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@pinkrizo3815 much love and healing energy sent your way🙏

  • @DocStewie77
    @DocStewie77 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    Her teachers didn't think it was stalker behavior for her father to be circling her school while she was in class??

    • @nikicarrie4071
      @nikicarrie4071 ปีที่แล้ว

      One girl had her dad molest her in front of the school in the car line dropping her off.

    • @xToniMichellex
      @xToniMichellex ปีที่แล้ว +32

      As a teacher I’d definitely have reported that

    • @1_star_reviews
      @1_star_reviews ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I do this too. My child is a mixed kid in a white school though. I’m just making sure that no one gangs up on her while she’s on the playground. However, I don’t drive up and down the street. Instead I park my car right beside the playground and wave at my child. About 15 other parents do this too because the children play at the playground around 2 hours before the school day is dismissed and everyone is jockeying for one of the first spots in the car pickup line. I wouldn’t find this strange as a teacher

    • @jeanettelebarron3306
      @jeanettelebarron3306 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Your Mother was Clueless? Sick family. I'm glad you found true ❤!

    • @rhondallyons9842
      @rhondallyons9842 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      ​​@@jeanettelebarron3306 I 'm not sure her mother was clueless. Her daughter told us that her Mom didn't have a good relationship and was, did she say "cold" towards her. I believe her Mom was jealous. It's too bad that her Mom didn't leave. She may have been under his control too. In fact probably was. However, she would still possibly become an accomplice because she didn't stop it.
      So so sad. This poor daughter going through all of this evil. I pray for Jesus to comfort her.

  • @shewolf2584
    @shewolf2584 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    The only hero here is you hunny! I Thank You for sharing your story, I too am a survivor of abuse, the sexual part starting when I was in the crib, by my blood father. The sexual abuse lasted into my teens, with as many as a dozen abusers that I can remember, until I stood up and said NO! The mental, emotional and spiritual abuse lasted until I had a child of my own at 28 and I refused to let any of it happen to him, so I walked away from all of my blood relatives. Best decision I ever made in my life and I'm almost 60 now. By being successful, happy and healthy, WE WIN!!!!

    • @kimalonzo3363
      @kimalonzo3363 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I am so sorry, but happy you are a survivor.

    • @shewolf2584
      @shewolf2584 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kimalonzo3363 Thank You.

    • @carrieweaver6161
      @carrieweaver6161 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That sounds almost identical to my story!!

    • @shewolf2584
      @shewolf2584 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@carrieweaver6161 I so sorry to hear that! ❤️

  • @wildadowning5325
    @wildadowning5325 ปีที่แล้ว +128

    I was sexually abused by my grandfather from the age of 6. I understand what you have been through. I am glad you safe now.

    • @wildadowning5325
      @wildadowning5325 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I'm 70 My mom never seemed acknowledge

    • @Terri_Hugs
      @Terri_Hugs ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't you think he abused other sisters or even aunts! Was it your mom's father?

    • @Terri_Hugs
      @Terri_Hugs ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Don't ever let your daughter's around him!

    • @cabazoncabazon5952
      @cabazoncabazon5952 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same. sorry to hear this

    • @PrincessAfrica3
      @PrincessAfrica3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😢😢😢😢

  • @willowclay5406
    @willowclay5406 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Narcissists don't view their children as humans. Children are their supplies and treated like objects.

  • @TinFoilCat90
    @TinFoilCat90 ปีที่แล้ว +135

    Why would the mother ever think it was normal for her husband to bathe with their daughter!? And how could anyone think it was normal for him to stalk her!? There's no way the mother did not know!

    • @juliecobbina2024
      @juliecobbina2024 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Don't assume anything . It's her story , not yours .

    • @EsoteriaHealing
      @EsoteriaHealing ปีที่แล้ว +14

      My father bathed me and I have fond memories. Not every father is the same.

    • @allisonharranmua8193
      @allisonharranmua8193 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      She mentioned it only happened when the mother was not home and that her mother was a cold unfeeling person that she didn't feel safe speaking to

    • @FS02012
      @FS02012 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why do mothers bathe with their sons? Even at the rip age of 7 or 8?

    • @allisonharranmua8193
      @allisonharranmua8193 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @S02012 they don't...that's super weird

  • @stushShulamite
    @stushShulamite ปีที่แล้ว +52

    The mother is culpable in this. I’m sure she knew! 🇨🇦

  • @Whipporwhill
    @Whipporwhill ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I don't understand how there weren't physical symptoms & evidence of this abuse. My gawd!There's no way her mother didn't know about this. The mother is guilty, too, & should also be prosecuted.

    • @fleur3986
      @fleur3986 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      There was. If you watch her video by Sean attwood to get whole story. Father had videod abusing her for years after drugging her. Loads of evidence.

    • @Whipporwhill
      @Whipporwhill 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@fleur3986 How do I find this video you mention? I wonder what ever happened to the mother.

  • @thandiweluluphiri5
    @thandiweluluphiri5 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Sexual abuse faced by little boys and girls is something not talked about in religious homes especially Christian, Islamic and Jewish families. And the abuser is usually someone very close who pretends to be the most holiest person to have ever walked this earth.

    • @muzzabouzza6144
      @muzzabouzza6144 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It s so rife and wide spread in the churches all over the world ,we can t even trust our nearests and dearests ,or people at schools ,it s the teacher ,father ,priest ,coach ,vicar, police , the trainer ,army officer ,the Bishop,.....who are u going to turn to for help .at least she found a nice family who will protect her and make her happy .

    • @Peace-ys6nt
      @Peace-ys6nt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@muzzabouzza6144 you’re right, imagine you go for help and the very person assigned to your case, police officer is a paedophile himself

    • @judithflom6366
      @judithflom6366 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      But as in this case there are those who know things and ignore them or chose not to pay attention or listen when the kids are struggling or reveal something. There are so many sick people, so little understanding, and so many selfish people who won’t extend themselves or do their job to help a helpless child. And I know from experience that the psychology in abusive families can make it very hard to get any actionable evidence even when you have suspicions.

    • @victoryluck
      @victoryluck ปีที่แล้ว +3

      So true. You want help. You go to your priest because you think that you can trust him. The priest asks you a million questions, and suddenly, you realize that he is getting turned on by talking about it. Then he doesnt let you leave and says, "You gave it to him, so why not give it to me, I can do better."

    • @SRBOMBONICA86
      @SRBOMBONICA86 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's also in Hinduism and Buddhism

  • @bionic_bat
    @bionic_bat ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I got instantly sick when her Dad said he really really wanted her to have a little girl. And then when she had a son he said it was his! Disgusting. He needs to be admitted to a mental institution for life.

    • @kathleenprice3388
      @kathleenprice3388 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noo noo noo he needs to be put down filthy DEVIL

    • @gr9515
      @gr9515 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Such a sick human being

    • @MSSHARIII
      @MSSHARIII 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Absolutely vile! 😣😣😣
      May this young lady heal. 💛

  • @charityrocks
    @charityrocks ปีที่แล้ว +52

    😢 my grandfather was a bad man too. He was thankfully put into jail when I was born so I was never subjected to him. However the rest of my family was so badly injured by him that I knew the trauma through them. We are still broken to this day and he has long ago passed away. The trauma will last forever.

    • @Peace-ys6nt
      @Peace-ys6nt ปีที่แล้ว +5

      no amount of kindness actually makes any abuse better or understandable it ruins whole families for years to come. i feel you’re pain i hope healing and happiness comes into your life like a beautiful rainbow

  • @vanessaborges7644
    @vanessaborges7644 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    OMG the fact that he was released after all is beyond me. I can't imagine how horrific it must be been to go through that 🥺 thank you for sharing

    • @captainchaos2671
      @captainchaos2671 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes it's disgusting and I think it's another reason so many so called men carry out their disgusting fantasies if the law and prosecution service were to hand out life sentences for ANY ! Harm done towards a child I think it would stop a good majority of them not all of them because those one to swing

  • @1whitkat
    @1whitkat ปีที่แล้ว +53

    The part of your story that saddens me the most is that the people who accused you of being spoiled probably had their suspisions and ignored them. Noone can see that kind of father/daughter relationship up close without knowing something is wrong. Maybe not to the ful extent, but they had to know you were being abused and chose, yes chose to ignore it. That breaks my heart. May you heal and find happiness.

    • @judithflom6366
      @judithflom6366 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      True. The mother must have known something at least. These things can’t continue happening if it’s not surrounded by complicit people. It’s so sick.

    • @findingbeautyinthepain8965
      @findingbeautyinthepain8965 ปีที่แล้ว

      We have to be cautious though too. I once confronted my friend because her dad went out of his way to make her happy. For example, he’d camp out to get a new release of a movie, book, or device she liked. He was always telling her how pretty she was. He would run his fingers through her hair, hug her, and put his arm on her all the time. My dad is German, and we aren’t touchy people, so it made me uncomfortable. When I asked my friend about her dad, she told a counselor about it, and the counselor called CPS. There was a huge investigation, the dad nearly lost his high profile career, and the parents nearly lost custody. Everything ended up being perfectly normal, he just loved his daughter and was a touchy feely type guy. I’m not saying not to question that behavior. I’m just saying to really speak to the child. Don’t push the idea that something could be happening that they are blocking out, unless the child says they can’t remember chunks of time or blacking out.

  • @irispect6565
    @irispect6565 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    So good to see this subject finally being spoken about. It’s the best way to let others know they are not alone and ease the shame enough to perhaps seek help. Thank you 🙏

  • @adorasauls7290
    @adorasauls7290 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    This happened to me by my step father!! I was 8 when it first started and when I finally got the nerve up to tell my mom she didn’t leave him!! It continued to happen until I was 12 and she finally left him but the trauma of my mother not protecting me from this man haunts me!! I figured if my mom didn’t do anything to protect me no one would!! This man was so obsessed with me that he found where we lived and he would leave me gifts and sick love notes and my mom would give me these gifts!! The hardest thing in the world was forgiving both of them, that started my healing process!! Don’t get me wrong I would never speak to him and I would never want to see him!! It’s also made my relationship with my mother very distressed!! Had it not been for Jesus Christ I wouldn’t be where I’m at today as a Christian!!

    • @tanyabonnette1796
      @tanyabonnette1796 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That’s awesome you found Jesus. Thank for sharing that 🥰

    • @bernadettecrawford3656
      @bernadettecrawford3656 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      An evil mum too

    • @xbtx6497
      @xbtx6497 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So sorry :(

    • @victoryluck
      @victoryluck ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am so sorry ... I dont want to be rude ... But where was Jesus when all of this was happening ? ? ? Jesus was NOT there for you, did not protect you, did not save you. The truth is that your own strength got you through it -- you saved yourself. Be proud of yourself and dont give the credit to Jesus when you are your own magic.

    • @bernice4599
      @bernice4599 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@victoryluck 👏🏼

  • @lejlaletic7591
    @lejlaletic7591 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    When she said 3 years old I felt physically faint, I actually thought I’d pass out.

    • @MSSHARIII
      @MSSHARIII 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Right 😣🤯🫨

  • @busylane
    @busylane ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Anyone who says pedo's need human rights, are as sick as the pedo's themselves.
    There is not a single person who has survived this abuse, who hasn't been terribly ruined by it.

    • @lanavandutch5591
      @lanavandutch5591 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Birds of a feather flock together.

  • @Spicycarrot45
    @Spicycarrot45 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Such a strong women, my heart breaks for the children that go throw this type of abuse

  • @samcollins6804
    @samcollins6804 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Her body and mind really protected her, because that demon was a monster

    • @theklav2914
      @theklav2914 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I genuinely think it was because she was drugged so her body was looser than it would have been if she was sober. This is just skin crawling.

  • @Jessica-pn5ri
    @Jessica-pn5ri ปีที่แล้ว +20

    What concerns me are the bystanders in these kids lives that sense something is terribly wrong and don't do anything about it. We should not only hold to perpetrators accountable, every other adult who claims they "did not know" should be questioned and scrutinized as well. We need way more safe spaces to report and solutions for these crimes to be reported and prosecuted.

  • @israelizzyyarrashamiaak766
    @israelizzyyarrashamiaak766 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    You do not know how much you have helped people like me. I know I’m not the only one, that’s just illogical. You may have helped thousands and thousands of victims. I wish I could take your pain and send it to the depths of hell. Since I can not I am so happy to see you found a way to go on and found the strength to tell your story. Kids do nothing wrong to make this sickening evil happen but it take a lot of decades to realize you were innocent and you were wronged but you were not wrong! I love you even though I don’t know you. It’s a heart bond from one survivor to another. I wish you peace and love.

  • @josiedelhoyo4315
    @josiedelhoyo4315 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    As a person who went to abuse, I thank God you are save. The person who abused me abused many others. He died without paying for it because we didn't speak out. As an adult, I would think, why didn't our fathers take him out and shot him. He was married to my aunt, can you believe that. But he has to answer for all of what he did. And I know that the God I serve will see to it that we will have justice.

    • @matamarebecca7275
      @matamarebecca7275 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So sorry dear u went through hell. Sincerely where's humanity

  • @bonniewills2814
    @bonniewills2814 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Thank you, Maya, for sharing your story - silence only gives the abuser power. They can only do what they do while their victim remains silent. May all victims be strengthened to stand up with the truth - because the truth is the only thing that can set you free!

  • @eveca9830
    @eveca9830 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Moms often aren’t the protectors most people believe them to be.

  • @wlane28
    @wlane28 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Wow…..😔 I know this story was difficult to tell and to mentally relive. But I’m thankful for those who speak up. It’s important we learn the warning signs to catch predators earlier than later. This was happening for YEARS 😢

  • @sharonsaturdsy875
    @sharonsaturdsy875 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    With all that evidence, how could he possibly be released from jail?

    • @skyeblu1722
      @skyeblu1722 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I know right? There’s something rather strange and confusing about this rendition……..The father is a violent offender who should be locked up for life……something’s wrong with this picture,,,,,..They let him be released after seeing those horrific years of videos?!!!! Sick, patriarchal justice systems!

    • @charlieangel9705
      @charlieangel9705 ปีที่แล้ว

      Meanwhile, a guy who smoked pot is still serving...

  • @songsofsofia
    @songsofsofia ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This woman is a hero!! Amazing testimony of a child/woman's strength.

  • @carrieweaver6161
    @carrieweaver6161 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Apparently sexual abuse is way more common than any of us can even imagine, I am 60 years old and thru the years almost every woman that I have known went thru some sort of sexual abuse. It is truly horrendous!!! The more I hear the more I understand how common it really is. I was sexually abused from the time I was in diapers. By the time I was 12 i remember asking my mom if I had sex written across my for head or something, I thought something was wrong with me that almost every man I met thats all they wanted!

    • @suzannenapolitano5480
      @suzannenapolitano5480 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wow , it's true, but unbelievable, GOD help us all .

    • @paulineyi8462
      @paulineyi8462 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      So sad to hear that, it is heartbreaking, how much sorrow is hidden behind smiles and happy family pictures..

  • @jamzyjamzi
    @jamzyjamzi ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow 🥲! Thank GOD for the strength to survive such a traumatic experience.

  • @Mrscarricom
    @Mrscarricom ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The worst part is when we start to participate in the act, then we're to shame to tell because we're no longer forced. However children can't give consent to sex , so to anyone reading who feels its too late to tell, its never to late to stop it from happening to someone else.

  • @teamcougars
    @teamcougars ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Stories like this break my heart my dad and I were very close but we did things like going fishing and I went to the grocery store with him he never ever did anything inappropriate ever he even quit tickling me when I started to develop.

  • @jalindaowens7589
    @jalindaowens7589 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You are such a strong person. Thank you for sharing. I am glad they got your father.

  • @PirateOfTheNorth
    @PirateOfTheNorth 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    She’s so brave for sharing this

  • @ileanamuntean7338
    @ileanamuntean7338 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Amazing young lady! What a survivor!!!

  • @djecminek
    @djecminek ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So sad and I’m so sorry this happened to you. Thank the Lord you have overcome such abuse.

  • @elanasharich8538
    @elanasharich8538 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    Wow. How to unpack the horrors of your story...? I feel like reaching through the net to congratulate the courage and positivity that you have demonstrated. Awe inspiring are the attitude and empathy for others which you share. My hopes are that you go from strength to strength in your efforts to maintain awareness and support those who have been subjected to sxl abuse and survived. Best wishes from my heart.

  • @Patricia-lts
    @Patricia-lts ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I was abused from 8 to 23 by my uncle . I told my mom at about 11.
    She asked me to Tell her whenever ot happens I DID. And she did nothing.
    At 38 i told my father and learned that she never told him. She confronted me, gaslighting saying: " i didn't know. How could i ever forget something like that? "
    He was "banned" from the family, but i know it's just because i live in the First floor. When i move out he will be reunited again. Crazy huh

    • @ark198989
      @ark198989 หลายเดือนก่อน

      JESUS BLESS YOU! JESUS KEEP YOU!! JESUS HEAL YOU!!!! JESUS RESTORE YOU!!!! STAY STRONG BEAUTIFUL!!! 🌹 FORGIVE, LET GO, LET GOD HEAL YOU COMPLETELY! 🌹🙏

  • @Vb-fy4sv
    @Vb-fy4sv ปีที่แล้ว +6

    WOW ! What a brave lady and so eloquent,her story is powerful ,she has been through hell and back again .

  • @ma-ma-mamary3946
    @ma-ma-mamary3946 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've heard lots of abuse cases and this one is particularly scarring. Bless this woman's spirit. Her amount of strength as well as the support she has is amazing.

  • @MsIsetan
    @MsIsetan ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Oh sweetheart, you are a warrior.

  • @christinehall6441
    @christinehall6441 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I'm always shocked and angered by mothers who don't rush to support their abused child. Usually because they cannot face the upheaval and drama, or as in some cases they blame the innocent child. I cannot imagine being that child and having no one for comfort and protection from the evil predator. They let these perpetrators out after short sentences in prison and move them to another district where they can start all over again with new victims.

    • @lemon1657
      @lemon1657 ปีที่แล้ว

      The women these men choose are not random. These men are psychopaths and they seek out narcissistic women (lacking empathy) or submissive, useless women who do nothing. They wouldn't choose a loving woman who protects her kids like a mama bear.

    • @frappalina
      @frappalina ปีที่แล้ว

      I would probably kill the abuser with my bare hands if someone did it to my child

  • @Dicyroller
    @Dicyroller ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My brother 14 years older than I did. When I told my mother as an adult she said I know but I stoped it in time. Then proceeded to try to make me reconcile with him. Brought my Daughter agenst my specific instructions to meet him. I do not understand why so many mothers just let things go, or actively shame the girls.

    • @ark198989
      @ark198989 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It’s demons. All apart of the enemies plans to destroy us. No other answer. Pure evil. People are just wickedly broken. Generational curses that are needed to be broken. Forgive them. Heal. LET JESUS restore you. Stay strong beLoved 🌹🙏

  • @michellejolly7325
    @michellejolly7325 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    You are an incredible human being! Thank you for sharing your story & helping others… Sending you love & prayers…❤️🙏

  • @lisakaterndahl9892
    @lisakaterndahl9892 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm so inspired by your story. I haven't been a victim of SA, but I do empathize with you. The incredible bravery you've shown is amazing to me. I hope you're healing, and continue on a path with your son and husband to peace. xoxo

  • @svb6607
    @svb6607 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    What a legend you are. Thank you for sharing your story. How incredibly brave you are. I'm so very sorry this happened to you.

  • @Carolin156
    @Carolin156 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You are a remarkable women. You are a leader. I’m sending you all my support for your success!

  • @maryburland2829
    @maryburland2829 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Very sad and heartbreaking...you a great survivor

  • @hannah9184
    @hannah9184 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    How do abusers expect to get away with things when the victims grow up and realise? How are you gunna do that with no shame

  • @donnabayer5381
    @donnabayer5381 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I am in awe of your strength! You are resilient and a complete inspiration! I hope you have a blessed life with your new family!!

  • @rmvm6547
    @rmvm6547 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There is nothing to shame, i am so sorry that you pass all these, my best greetings to you and your family

  • @xToniMichellex
    @xToniMichellex ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Such a disturbed weird man, bless you

  • @no.1fangirl
    @no.1fangirl ปีที่แล้ว +16

    What an incredibly brave lady you are. I am 53 and have never been able to talk about what happened to me despite my diagnosis of cptsd and offers of trauma focused therapy.

    • @feliciaperezauthor
      @feliciaperezauthor ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was molested by my stepfather for 7 years. The things he did were horrific. The damage he caused will be lifelong. Recovery isn’t easy but necessary. My voice was never heard but it is being heard now. One person at a time. I’m strong enough now and want to share my story to continue bringing awareness. Please choose to fight against molestation/ sex abuse WITH ME!, My fight is just getting started. This fight (for me) is no longer about my abuse, it’s about the society that failed me and my determination to bring awareness.
      Stop Sexual Abuse

  • @narushini704
    @narushini704 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Thank you for sharing and bringing awareness. We need to listen to every survivor that wants to tell their story.

  • @lesley_lezley
    @lesley_lezley ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I wonder if the cameras were able to catch anything that happened the night she was visiting with her baby. She said she woke up feeling uneasy. I really hope nothing happened to the baby. ♥️

    • @mandacole8703
      @mandacole8703 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bet they did since she said they had evidence that started around 3 went up to the time he was arrested.

  • @lesliemason6016
    @lesliemason6016 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    It was just too close to home with this video so i couldn't finish it....i def feel for her! I had to start locking myself and bother who was younger in the bathroom to prevent mom's boyfriend's family members from doing this. I wasnt stupid and could feel the rush of fear in my chest and would just sleep on cold tile pretending we had "diarrhea " all night! And after yrs if that it went bk to my mom abusing us physically even as adults until i completely moved away!

  • @mistymountainhopper
    @mistymountainhopper ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A great mental attitude. Love her strength.

  • @mymai5859
    @mymai5859 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you so, so much. I am so sorry you had to go through all of that manipulation, gaslighting & abuse. You are a hero & your vids are helping so many others 💐💜💐

  • @jules77355
    @jules77355 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm in tears, my heart is bleeding.
    You are very brave, thank you so much for sharing your story!!

  • @workin2
    @workin2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m so happy that you were able to see him in a courtroom facing his demons. Not all of us were given that opportunity.

  • @thinkcentre2974
    @thinkcentre2974 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    How terrible. I am glad you are finding the courage to move and help others. Prayers for yoy.

  • @lostinspace699
    @lostinspace699 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    very strong lady ,,

  • @jomiiller6297
    @jomiiller6297 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you for speaking out I know first hand how hard it is. Much love to you and your family x

  • @malissaperkins8316
    @malissaperkins8316 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for being so strong to share your tragic story. I was raped and abused since I was a baby as well.

    • @gittelsteinmetz7671
      @gittelsteinmetz7671 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hope you're better now. You are not alone

    • @malissaperkins8316
      @malissaperkins8316 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gittelsteinmetz7671 I am doing much better but still struggle with the scars and memories. Thank you.

  • @the.path.of.joy.
    @the.path.of.joy. ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for your bravery. Inspiring. This awareness needs to come up. You're healing yourself, others and the world!

  • @sarahpalmer411
    @sarahpalmer411 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m glad to see you thriving, and so open with everything you endured.

  • @rosannacellini2158
    @rosannacellini2158 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    This is beyond disturbing, and I admire this women, for her strength. She could of been in a mental hospital, for all she went through, in the hands of her own father. What a horrible man. This story, and others like it, anger me to no end. I'm glad Maya is strong and intelligent and is able to tell her story. It's so sad, when the one that's supposed to love and protect you, is the predator who hurts you beyond belief. I know there are other men, that would like to tear this man apart, because, they love and protect their kids. Prayers for victims who share the same abuse. Thank you Maya. ❤️ 😔🙏🙏

  • @LunaStrella1
    @LunaStrella1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You are so brave and have such support on speaking out. It is truly so unimaginable how a father or anyone can harm an innocent child! As a survivor and one still navigating through healing, my heart goes out to you and I thank you for sharing your story so that others may find some kind of answer, hope, support, courage to go forth…

  • @SD-ts7eb
    @SD-ts7eb ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m glad she’s ok🙏🙏

  • @annasimonson8363
    @annasimonson8363 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You are so brave to share your story. Thank you for all the work you’re doing. I think this is much more prevalent than people realize.

    • @feliciaperezauthor
      @feliciaperezauthor ปีที่แล้ว

      I was molested by my stepfather for 7 years. The things he did were horrific. The damage he caused will be lifelong. Recovery isn’t easy but necessary. My voice was never heard but it is being heard now. One person at a time. I’m strong enough now and want to share my story to continue bringing awareness. Please choose to fight against molestation/ sex abuse WITH ME!, My fight is just getting started. This fight (for me) is no longer about my abuse, it’s about the society that failed me and my determination to bring awareness.
      Stop Sexual Abuse

  • @user-lj7sq7ix1j
    @user-lj7sq7ix1j ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was abused too mentally and physically by an uncle, for 30 yrs I kept it to myself everything only came out because of being knocked down by a car, all the memories I locked away came flooding back with avengence, I've been to see many professionals about it but it will never truly go away again ever, but I'm living my life the best I can, I have 3 beautiful daughters that I still to this day protect fiercely.

    • @ark198989
      @ark198989 หลายเดือนก่อน

      JESUS BLESS YOU! JESUS KEEP YOU! JESUS HEAL YOU! JESUS STRENGTHEN YOU FOR YOUR CHILDREN! 🙏🤗🌹🙌

  • @JuliaShalomJordan
    @JuliaShalomJordan ปีที่แล้ว +7

    God bless you and your mission of alchemizing the pain and trauma into a source of healing for others. I’m so sorry for what you endured. 😖

  • @teresafraser3049
    @teresafraser3049 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    When I came forth and told my family about the incest and pedophilia in our life it was hushed up and ignored

  • @sheriw4119
    @sheriw4119 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You are so strong and brave. Good for you!

  • @lizkawa9302
    @lizkawa9302 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are a Beautiful Soul!!! Having the Courage to Speak out to Help others while dealing with your pain while healing is extremely Heroic and Admirable!! God Bless You!!!

  • @barbaraelmore8162
    @barbaraelmore8162 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    So sorry to hear this story. I'm really curious to why no one noticed that you was hurting or something being wrong with your body or how this could go on & on with such a little girl and not be noticed.

    • @thinkcentre2974
      @thinkcentre2974 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yes, not a Nurse , and what about the Mother....?

    • @victoryluck
      @victoryluck ปีที่แล้ว +2

      People notice ! ! ! People know ! ! ! But they look the other way and "mind their business" ! ! ! People dont care and dont want trouble for themselves, so they stay out of it ! ! !

  • @nixmor5333
    @nixmor5333 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for sharing this painful story. You are brave, amazing and wonderful.

  • @mayetchells8884
    @mayetchells8884 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I believed that there was something wrong with me. I feel such rage and hate for him, horror. It's not over for my body, he recently died, I still can't love him, back into numbness

  • @jometcalf1357
    @jometcalf1357 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bless you. I hope that you can continue to be strong and that he stays locked up as he is a danger to all women and girls.

  • @createwithbarbbl4125
    @createwithbarbbl4125 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a harrowing story to listen to. I can't imagine how you survived,but I'm so happy that you did. You are a real hero and I thank you for the work you are now doing. Bravo. I hope your father never gets out. He certainly doesn't deserve to live amongst normal people. He is A monster.

  • @briawilson2593
    @briawilson2593 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am so sorry this happened to you. I am so happy to see u rise over this. You are so brave and truly amazing .

  • @gracemarotta2769
    @gracemarotta2769 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    So sorry you had to go through that glad you married and had a family 💖

  • @tammyrogers9129
    @tammyrogers9129 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    God bless you for speaking out.

  • @kimberleyhoride7545
    @kimberleyhoride7545 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    You're beautiful and amazing! I totally know and have experienced the pain and suffering of child SA, SRA and adult abuse, kidnapping and trafficking. It is so hard to deal with as usually authorities blame the victim of such for not fitting into societies norms or being lazy or delusional... as people wouldn't do such things. Not in their little world maybe. Well done angel for being so strong, speaking and holding space for many survivors until we are also ready to share our experiences and help with the cause which is so underestimated and brushed over. You are super and sending much love and hugs xxx

  • @sharonvega8623
    @sharonvega8623 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I hope you find peace and healing. No little girl deserves this life. ❤

  • @christinemerritt974
    @christinemerritt974 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Maya, this story has touched me to my core. ❤

  • @earthrooster1969
    @earthrooster1969 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Your story, your bravery, your freedom that you won within your own self...will inspire all of us who are listening to you. Whether we were abused or not...

  • @Rocioslane
    @Rocioslane ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Jesus, I am so sorry! I cannot believe he’s since been released. What evil! 😔🙏🏼♥️

    • @PrincessNicEssus
      @PrincessNicEssus ปีที่แล้ว +8

      What I can't understand is they had video proof of numerous instances as well as a diary he had made of every single instance. Why couldn't he have been charged individually for each of them?

  • @pursueliving
    @pursueliving ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your survivor's story and for being bold to help others. I applaud you.

  • @myopinions1
    @myopinions1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Omg that's insane I'm so sorry you went through so much pain and suffering at the hand of that man.

  • @debraholford9252
    @debraholford9252 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow, you did the right thing, I'm glad you found real love xx

  • @opt4heavenhearts4thehomele27
    @opt4heavenhearts4thehomele27 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Grateful you shared your load with the world so we may help you bear it. ❤