This story is so important. It's like she says—she speaks for the women who can't tell their stories yet. Those still trapped and even those like me who are technically free but whose bodies are keeping the score of the abuse too fiercely for words.

Was it triggering? Yes. Was I tempted to make comparisons and be glad I didn't experience some things yet jealous about how others went? Yes. But it was well worth it, as I knew it would be. I have more hope for healing than I did before. I see a light breaking, though I don't know how long until I feel its warmth.

Thank you, Tia, for telling this story. I know too many like it. Keep telling.