Overcoming any type of sexual trauma is a complex and individualized process. Regardless of the mishaps and/or traumas we may have faced in our past or present, it is crucial to recognize that we have the power to choose how we respond to them. Rather than letting these experiences define us, we can use them as opportunities for growth, learning, and transformation.

For years I was merely surviving. Many told me that I was courageous because I made it out. But I didn't feel brave. 

I even started to believe that because I was no longer in the game, that I was fine.

Deep down inside I was screaming. I wanted so much more in life. Society was morphing me into a box many are stuck in called, comfort.  

I was dying to burst out of this box. That feeling of happiness and freedom- is a high you'll always chase once you experience it. When I was in the game, I didn't have another choice but to make sure I didn't die.

Surviving is an instinct. 

But thriving is a choice. 

By choosing to thrive, we can break free from the shackles of negative emotions and patterns, and instead cultivate a sense of resilience, hope, and purpose. When we focus on building a fulfilling life, we not only improve our own well-being but also create a positive impact on those around us. Moreover, embracing the idea that we can thrive despite adversity sends a powerful message to ourselves and others that we are stronger than our circumstances and capable of overcoming even the most daunting challenges.

By choosing to thrive, we can rewrite our own stories and emerge from our struggles as more empowered, confident, and vibrant versions of ourselves.

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