Not only was the interview, hopefully, a way for Markle to heal and make her voice heard, it can also show others that it's OK for them to do the same. Which is why, even with the predictably sexist and callous backlash following the interview ("Anytime women publicly share their story" of abuse or pain or mistreatment, people question their character or integrity, Gaylor noted), these moments push us closer to the light.
"The beauty is when people have the courage to honor their voice in spite of [the obstacles], that's how we break down these walls," Gaylor explained. "Because for everyone who has negated her story, there have been so many others who say, 'Wow, I feel seen . . . I feel understood. I'm so glad that she had the courage to do it. Maybe I can ask for help too. Maybe I can own my story too.'"
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