In this compelling episode, Charles Spencer shares his harrowing experiences of childhood sexual abuse at boarding school, the bullying he endured, and the profound impact it had on his life and that of his sister, Diana. Visit my website for more: [ Ссылка ]
PLEASE NOTE: We talk about sexual abuse in this episode which some viewers may find triggering.
Drawing from his book, he highlights the dark legacy of boarding schools and discusses his path toward healing, including effective therapies and exercises. A powerful testament to resilience and recovery.
Charles Spencer is an author, a broadcaster, a podcaster, a British peer and the younger brother of the late Diana, Princess of Wales. He has recently published a memoir about his time at boarding school called, A Very Private School.
Questions for Charles:
1. I would love for you to share what drew you to write your memoir? Why now?
2. When did you first start to realise the impact that your boarding school experiences had had on you?
3. When you think of Maidwell, what's the one word that comes to mind?
4. In your interview with Laura Kuenssberg you mentioned how your sister, Diana, said to your father when she was left at boarding school, “If you loved me, you wouldn't leave me here” How did your sister leaving for boarding school impact you?
5. “What we suffered was not just a separation from all that we knew and loved, but an amputation. ...it lacked the most important quality of a home: it was without love.”(P.9) How did it impact you, to be without love?
6. The physical violence. What went on at Maidwell regarding physical violence and discipline? (P.68) (P.87)
7. “To keep his abusive system intact, Jack relied on concealment, collusion and cunning.” (P101) Could you please explain?
8. Bullying. Could you please talk us through some of the bullying you experienced and witnessed? (P.189-199)
9. Sexual abuse. If you feel comfortable to share, what happened when you were 11? (P.206-216)
10. The political ramifications. How might the decision making of leaders who have been to these schools be affected?
11. “Fascinating aberration” (P.6) What do you feel about boarding now? Do we need to open a debate into this practice? Do we need to abolish early boarding? What are your thoughts?
12. Other topics to talk about:
1. Homesickness (P.62)
2. Showing emotions or “blubbing” (P.62)
3. “I had been sent away because I had somehow fallen short as a son.” (P.107)
4. Making yourself sick in order to get an adult to show me warmth and sympathy (P.108)
The video is about "Charles Spencer's Interview: Talking About Sexual Abuse at Boarding School - AEM #92" but also tries to cover the following subjects:
Legacy of Boarding Schools
Paths to Healing
Overcoming Childhood Trauma
TITLE: Charles Spencer's Interview: Talking About Sexual Abuse at Boarding School - AEM #92 | Piers Cross
✅ Subscribe To My Channel For More Videos: [ Ссылка ]
✅ Important Links:
👉 Website: [ Ссылка ]
✅ Stay Connected With Me:
👉 Instagram: [ Ссылка ]
👉 (X)Twitter: [ Ссылка ]
👉 Facebook: [ Ссылка ]
👉 Linkedin: [ Ссылка ]
==============================
✅ Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching:
👉 Behind The Scenes with Bruce Parry: Unveiling BBC’s Tribe, Amazon, and Tawai - AEM #33 | Piers Cross
[ Ссылка ]
👉 Michael Maisey: Unbelievable Journey from Armed Robbery to Inspiring Mentor - AEM #29 | Piers Cross
[ Ссылка ]
👉 Boarding on Insanity With Dr. Gabor Maté: Childhood Trauma & Our Leaders: Full Trailer | Piers Cross
[ Ссылка ]
=============================
✅ About Piers Cross:
Piers is a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, complex PTSD, boarding school syndrome, addictions and relationship problems. He also runs online men's groups and runs a podcast called An Evolving Man.
🔔 Subscribe to my channel for more videos: [ Ссылка ]
=====================
#charlesspencer #healingjourney #boardingschoolsurvivors #mentalhealth #bullyingawareness #traumarecovery
Disclaimer: We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage which is incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of reading any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your own research.
Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use
© Piers Cross
