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Silent Strength

Realized something today during my morning meditation.

The nightmares don't control me anymore. The trauma doesn't define me. I'm not a victim of what happened to me—I'm a survivor who's actively building a life of peace and purpose.

I teach people how to move their bodies with intention. That's profound work.

I love someone who loves me back unconditionally. That's profound love.

I live in an apartment that feels like mine. I have independence. I have agency.

I'm not just surviving anymore. I'm actually living.

Comments

  1. therapist_Dr_Bernini

    Identity shift from trauma victim to trauma survivor to thriving individual. This is the healing journey. You're there.

  2. silvia_napoli

    You're the strongest woman I know, Simona.

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