February 5, 2025
Trauma
Whether navigating the aftermath of childhood abuse, violence, or other life-altering experiences, these personal stories reflect the courage it takes to confront pain, seek support, and move toward recovery.
Written by: Ani Czyczynsky I’ve been asked to tell you who I am. I am someone who does not want…
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Trigger Warning: This story addresses childhood sexual abuse. Stories profoundly influence us, including the stories we tell ourselves. They shape…
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Trigger warning: This story references sexual abuse as a child. I was unaware of the concept of books as windows,…
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I was a little girl, but to be honest, I’m not sure exactly how old I was. The concept of…
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Mrs. Smith is a pseudonym. “A woman wouldn’t molest a girl,” the officer scoffed, tossing down his pad and pen.…
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In the complex tapestry of childhood memories regarding the holidays, joy and trauma often intertwine. This creates a mosaic of…
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Written by Lily Mae Foster care stories can be heartwarming, yet sometimes they are tales of resilience and survival. My…
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This resilient story is about how my mother pressured me to lose my virginity because she thought I was too…
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