I’m a woman in recovery, a survivor of domestic violence and someone who no matter what happens doesn't give up fighting to get everything I want out of this life. There is proof that you can come back from bad circumstances and build the life you want.

I struggled with addiction for most of my life. I was bullied as kid. I was stuck in a pattern of abusive relationships. I was in and out of jail, homeless, and hopeless. I started out with nothing, no confidence, no self-esteem, nothing but a bag of clothes and built a life from scratch. I share my life hoping it will give other people hope and motivation to heal and go for what they truly want in life. Changing your mindset can really change your life.

We can all find true freedom by healing from trauma, creating new habits and embracing change. Fight. Even when you don’t see a light at the end of the tunnel. Refuse to take no for an answer. Make up your mind and do it. No excuses, only solutions. Give yourself grace, but quitting is not an option.

Change can be hard, but it’s possible. This is not a practice run. This is your life and this is your chance to make it happen. Let go of other people’s opinions, let go of fear and do what makes you happy.