Trigger Warning These stories mention occurrences of domestic violence and may be triggering to some users. Some names may have been changed.

Rosarii Reynolds Survivor Sister Story

How could I be an advocate for abuse survivors. I have had about 5 relationships in my life. I have had a lifetime of experience sad to say. I would like to be able to talk with kids at the adolescent stage about prevention . Please let me know if i can help or if you know a way i can get involved. Volunteer basis would be fine with me. I believe i can help.Close to losing my life a couple of times badly beat a few. Wouldn’t go to the hospital ashamed to be taped in it again, my parents family ashamed of me tooAfter a month in the hospital the last time , few years of counseling Guess you could say moved on from that person. Thanks to my counselor Mrs Day She helped me realize when I could forgive him I could stay away. However you never get over the mentally part of you that was scared. You learn to live with it in the best way works for you.

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