From Despair To Discovery
As a young boy, looking out my bedroom window at night,
I would watch in disbelief and fear.
Of the several police cars parked outside, enduring the horror of an alcoholic household.
Normal coping strategies were useless to withstand the trauma and emotional turmoil.
So I developed adaptive strategies to be proficient at reading subtle cues and body language to brace for the inevitable explosions.
I was constantly monitoring for triggers that would spark rage.
Walking on eggshells, I was an expert people-pleaser, setting aside my needs to avoid the outbursts.
I retreated to an inner world to escape from reality because my ordeal was overwhelming.
This helped me endure the psychological whirlwind.
I would also find relief in pets, homework, or a friend's home.
And I concealed my misery and stress from others.
Thankfully, a miracle emerged from this nightmare.
I developed courage and persevered to become wise and resilient beyond my years.
Transitioning from surviving to thriving, I now help others have a higher quality of life in their health, productivity, and relationships.
What’s your transition story from survival to revival, and how did it shape who you are today?
When you cultivate refinement from your reflection, you’ll discover within the depth of your spirit a unique life mission for serving others.
To fulfill your meaningful and remarkable destiny.
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