In this two-hour conversation, Barbara opens up to a long-time friend and Host, Joshua, about her childhood, struggles, and sexual abuse by her stepfather as a child. She sheds light on what it took to overcome her fear and pain and what made her forgive both parents as she became an adult. These events are unfortunate, and we are here to help. The numbers provided below are helplines open 24/7 if anyone ever needs them.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)Sexual Assault and Harassment: 800-656-HOPE (4673)Email: theindependenthustlepodcast@gmail.com