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Read these incredible stories and powerful words of wisdom from survivors of domestic abuse. Together, let's #shatterthesilence!
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Domestic violence trigger warning - Please note that some of these stories may be difficult to read.
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Mindy's Story
Mindy, 43, mom of 3, social worker, Maine. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? My abuser is my ex-husband. We...
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Alli's Story
Alli (a pseudonym) went through emotional, financial and verbal abuse from her ex-husband. Can you describe who your abuser was and how...
3 min read
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Rebecca's Story
Rebecca survived ongoing physical, verbal and emotional abuse from her daughter's father. Can you describe who your abuser was and how...
4 min read
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Debbie's Story
Debbie, 54, mom of 3 and grandma of 3, Florida. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? My ex-husband, who is my...
3 min read
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Brittany's Story
Brittany, 26, CNA, mother of 3, Missouri. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? He was tall and handsome … [v]ery...
4 min read
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Ashleigh's Story
Ashleigh, 28, mother of 3, Maine. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? He is the father of my children. I was 19...
3 min read
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Jessica's Story
Jessica, Maine, experienced abuse from her ex-husband during a 15 year relationship. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the...
3 min read
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Marsha's Story
Marsha, 49, mom of 3, Oklahoma, PR Specialist. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? [Marsha’s abuser was her...
4 min read
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Marlie's Story
Marlie (a pseudonym), a mom of 2, has experienced physical and verbal abuse from her ex-husband and current partner. She is still trying...
3 min read
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Salena's Story
Salena, 45, Florida, experienced extensive abuse from her first two husbands and several boyfriends. Please share more about your...
12 min read
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Annie's Story
Annie, 26, New England, mom of 1, professional recording artist and blogger. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse...
7 min read
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Kerri's Story
Kerri (a pseudonym) survived verbal, physical and sexual abuse from her children’s father. Can you describe who your abuser was and how...
4 min read
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Katherine's Story
Katherine, 33, Maine, 4 kids. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? My abuser was my now ex-husband and started 3...
9 min read
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Ashley's Story
Ashley, 34, South Dakota, 6 kids, works in manufacturing. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? My ex-husband. It...
5 min read
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Julie's Story
Julie, 40, Nebraska, auditor for a hotel. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? An ex boyfriend shortly after we...
4 min read
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Janette's Story
Janette experienced ongoing abuse from her boyfriend of 7 years, starting as a teenager. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the...
3 min read
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Lindsey's Story
Lindsey is currently working on divorcing her abuser - her husband of 15 years and father of her children. Can you describe who your...
4 min read
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Laura's Story
Laura (a pseudonym) has experienced abuse in the course of her two marriages. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse...
2 min read
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Becca's Story
Becca, 25, Maine, mom of 1. Can you describe who your abuser was and how the abuse began? My abuser was my high school sweetheart. The...
3 min read
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Teneale's Story
Teneale experienced abuse from the father of her child, during and after a 13 year relationship. Can you describe who your abuser was and...
3 min read
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