“I empower women to learn from their past experiences.”
In the shadowy depths of my past, I was entangled in a web of emotional turmoil and abuse. Yet, what could have easily shattered my spirit instead ignited a fire within me - a fire that would fuel my journey from victim to victor. My story is a testament to the indomitable strength of the human spirit, the transformative power of perseverance, and the profound healing that emerges from the depths of despair. My descent into the abyss began with the heart-wrenching loss of a precious child, a pain that clawed at my soul and threatened to consume me. In the wake of this tragedy, self-doubt and feelings of unworthiness clung to me like a relentless shadow. The weight of depression descended, casting a perpetual darkness over my days. Yet, within this cauldron of despair, I discovered the ember of my resilience. It was a tiny spark, nearly extinguished by the relentless storms of adversity, but it refused to die. In the darkest moments of my life, I summoned the strength to claw my way towards the surface, gasping for the breath of freedom. But the most insidious of all was the emotional and mental abuse inflicted by an ex-spouse, a venomous serpent that coiled itself around my heart, slowly squeezing the life out of me. It whispered poisonous words, sowing seeds of self- loathing and doubt that grew like invasive weeds. My journey to healing began as I charted a course of self-discovery and personal growth. It was a treacherous path, fraught with obstacles and setbacks, but I navigated it with unwavering determination. I discovered the transformative power of a servant heart, a heart that beats not just for oneself but for the betterment of others.
In the shadowy depths of my past, I was entangled in a web of emotional turmoil and abuse. Yet, what could have easily shattered my spirit instead ignited a fire within me - a fire that would fuel my journey from victim to victor. My story is a testament to the indomitable strength of the human spirit, the transformative power of perseverance, and the profound healing that emerges from the depths of despair. With each step on this path, I realised that my pain had a purpose. It became the crucible in which I forged a new identity - a survivor, a warrior. I emerged as a beacon of hope, a living testament that there is life beyond the darkness of abuse and despair.
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November 2023 | Collective Action Magazine
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