Lorraine's Story - The journey to myself
"I had to take back my life..."
Life has never been easy; every stage of it has always left a scar. I am so grateful regardless because all the scars have shown me how unique and strong I am. They set me apart from being ordinary to being outstanding.
Growing up without my parents exposed me to the dangers of this world. Not only that, I never had the chance to be nurtured according to my age, which left me vulnerable. I remember receiving all sorts of abuse from a young age, including having my innocence stolen from me. This was my worst nightmare. It stripped away my confidence and trust in people, leading to hatred, bitterness, depression, and all the negative emotions one can imagine.
As I got older, I realized the devil had taken my life away. I noticed I had become a walking corpse. I had to take back my life, and no one could do that for me but myself.
With the help of God, good people around me, and the Gratitude app, which played a huge role in helping me find myself, I decided to reclaim my life and draw gratitude from my experiences. I started turning my scars into stars to shame the devil. I acknowledged that I had become a strong person. I picked myself up and reminded myself that the abuse was never my fault. I became a hero to myself. I've grown so grateful to life for turning me into a survivor.
I am now a beautiful, strong person. I've never been happier, realizing that I’m always outstanding and carefree. I have a boldness and confidence that is contagious. I can safely say I’m an achiever because of my terrible past experiences. If it weren't for my past, my present wouldn’t be as significant.
Instead of focusing on the things that caused me pain, it is much wiser to be grateful for the lessons learned through experiences that others can only hear about. Gratitude neutralizes negativity.
