2021: The Start - Breaking Free

2021 marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life—a painful yet necessary one. I left a toxic relationship; a decision that took every ounce of courage I had. For too long, I had sacrificed my happiness, my self-worth, and my peace for someone who didn’t value me. Leaving was terrifying. It felt like jumping off a cliff and not knowing if I would land safely. But I knew I had to leave for one reason above all else: my daughter. I wanted to be the mother my child deserved, someone strong and capable of showing them what self-love and respect looked like.

I started focusing on being a better mother and rebuilding the pieces of myself that I had lost. I even made a promise to stay celibate it wasn’t easy, but it was necessary.

2022: The Process - Survival Mode

2022 was all about survival. I worked two jobs, often sacrificing sleep and my own needs to keep a roof over our heads and food on the table. There were days I thought I wouldn’t make it, but I kept going because I had no choice and wanted to show my daughter you can overcome anything then, around the holidays that year, my life was nearly taken from me. A small disagreement turned into a nightmare that almost cost me everything. That experience shook me to my core. It was a harsh reminder of how fragile life is and how quickly it can change. Despite the fear and trauma, I refused to let it break me. I carried the scars, but I also carried the lesson: I was still here for a reason.
 

2023: The Perseverance - Rising from the Darkness

February 2023, I found myself at my lowest point. I reached a place where I felt I couldn’t go on. The weight of everything became unbearable from being a single mother to managing the stress of income from now one job. It was that cold night in February I attempted to end my life. It’s hard to put into words what brought me to that moment, but I can say this: it was a turning point.

Thankfully, I'm still here today and that experience changed my life forever. It pushed me to seek help. I started therapy, a step I had been avoiding for years out of fear and stigma. Therapy became my lifeline, a safe space where I could unpack my pain and begin to heal.

I also decided to change jobs, stepping away from an environment that drained me and moving into a position where I felt valued. By the end of the year, I was promoted to a top position at one of the major governmental agencies in my state, a true testament to how far I had come not just in 2023 but since I began my spiritual journey in 2021.

2023 taught me that even in the darkest times, there is a flicker of light if you’re willing to fight for it.

2024: The Ascension - Stepping into My Power

2024, was about stepping into my power and embracing the person I was always meant to be. I found my purpose—not just as a mother or an employee, but as a person who stands for what they believe in and lives authentically. I also decided to enroll in school for my master's in Addictions Counseling.

I learned to advocate for myself and others, to set boundaries, and to let go of anything that doesn’t align with my values. I embraced self-love in its truest form, and I’ve discovered a strength within me that I didn’t know existed!

2024 was about ascension—rising above the pain, the fear, and the self-doubt. I am no longer just surviving; I am thriving. I am living proof that it is possible to rebuild your life, no matter how broken you feel.

Reflections:

Looking back on this journey I began 4 years ago. I am filled with a lot of gratitude—not for the pain, but for the lessons it has taught me. I’ve learned that resilience isn’t about being unbreakable; it’s about picking up the pieces and building something new.

To anyone reading this who feels like they can’t go on, know this: You are stronger than you think! You are capable of overcoming anything, even when it feels impossible. Keep going. Your story isn’t over yet.

This is my journey, and I am proud of how far I’ve come but I'm not done yet!