I am Andrea and I never thought I would be saying this after the childhood trauma I endured...

But last year I went completely beyond my comfort zone and published a book through Perry’s Powerful Books, about my abuse and how it shaped me. To help others going through similar experiences.

I lived with my grandparents until age five when my mother remarried. At the age of 6, my uncle began sexually abusing me, starting a decade-long nightmare. The abuse transformed me from an outgoing child to one seeking invisibility. My home life was further complicated by my stepdad's alcoholism and violent behaviour.

I stayed silent to protect others' happiness.

After my grandfather's death at age eleven, I struggled with drinking and dangerous behaviour. The turning point came at 18 with my son's birth. I left my hometown, found work, and began healing through therapy and self-development. I learned that trauma doesn't define you; it's your response that shapes your life.

Despite facing additional challenges like stillbirth and my daughter's health issues, the healing work gave me the resilience to navigate these with strength and hope.

Today, I've built an extraordinary life, a 26-year marriage, two children, and a successful career across Europe and America. Now the future for me will be more stepping out of my fears and shaping a life where I can help more people live the lives they deserve.

In my blogs I hope to empower individuals to embrace healing through acceptance, self-improvement, mindfulness, and a thriving mindset. Helping people voice their struggles, let go of the past, and adopt new behaviours and beliefs.

My mission is to help you create the balanced and fulfilling life you truly deserve. You are not what happened to you; you are what you chose to become!!

Andrea.

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