I was married to a man who would verbally, mentally, and physically abuse me and said if I was a better mom and wife I would do better and when I hit my lowest point I overdosed on 28 muscle relaxers and when he saw me taking the pills he said 28 wasn’t enough and that I should take some more.. It took me 10 years to finally leave but it left me with a pacemaker, three beautiful children, and a strength I didn’t know I had… Abuse is abuse and remember none of it is your fault. I know I’m openly honest about the abuse it’s because I want to be the one inspriration in someone’s life to know that you can be happy again.

I Will Never Lose Hope for Justice Against A Controlling Abuser
By Survivor Maria **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and a violent abuser. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Breaking My Silence I am writing today to explain my story, to break the silence of silent victims. To encourage others to find their voice....