Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) - 1435

Tonight's special guest is Rae Luskin from Deerfield, Illinois, CEO and founder of 'The Winning Adventure' a thriver and mentor. She was abused for years by her grandfather, starting at age 7 and continuing until she was 13. But she never told. After suffering from the long-term consequences of child sexual abuse, Rae made a choice. Instead of spending her life asking "Why me?" she turned it around and asked, "How can I use this experience to help others?" As one of her web sites asks, "If you weren't afraid .. what would you do?" Rae believes no matter what your dream: to end poverty and hunger, to eradicate disease, to promote education or equality, to heal a relationship with a loved one or do work that is meaningful, your dreams and visions matter. "I used creativity, art and service as healing tools," she says, identifying two of her web sites, The Winning Adventure and RaeLuskin.net. For over fifteen years she taught children and families how to use creative expression to improve their health, relationships and self esteeme at Art and Soul Connections, which is dedicated to providing easy to follow creative experiential workshops and tools, for self-discovery, personal growth and healing. In 2010 she founded Survivor SOULutions to educate communities, empower survivors, and encourage those who love them, to end the “silent epidemic” of childhood sexual abuse. Sharing her personal story, art work and her innovative art and soul programs, she has changed the lives of hundreds. Rae writes, "No matter your past or current challenges it is your choice to live a life of passion, purpose and authentic power. Unlock your full potential with 'The Winning Adventure'.