“The night they took me from my mother, I wasn’t scared of losing her—I was terrified of losing school. It was my only safe place, my only constant. I had made a promise to my brother, and nothing—not foster care, not instability—could break it. This is the story of how education became my lifeline and led me to a future I never thought possible.”
“The Night They Took Me From My Mother, My Only Thought Was School—And Keeping My Promise To My Brother.”
If You’ve Overcome These 9 Challenges, You’re Living a More Resilient Life Than Most
Resilience isn’t innate; it’s a skill developed through experience. According to Dr. Lucy Hone, co-director of the New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience, “Resilient people don’t bounce back from adversity; they move through it with purpose and strength.”
Let’s explore how these 9 challenges can shape you into someone more resilient than most.
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Learn how to overcome societal concepts to find the radical self-love you deserve.
How To Support A Mom With Postpartum Depression
With the right knowledge and resources, you can be an invaluable source of support and comfort.
Dear Daughter: I’m Sorry For Overlooking Your Mental Health
“I am sorry I waited so long to see what was right in front of me. I am sorry I considered any factor or obligation ahead of you and your mental wellbeing. I promise to do better.”
This Is The Face Of Postpartum Depression
“I didn’t want to look like a failure. I didn’t want to ask for help. I went to my OBGYN, and he told me how what I was feeling was ‘normal’ and ‘everyone goes through this.’ He missed my silent cries.”
Depression During Pregnancy: Why It Happens & Common Signs
If you’re facing depression during pregnancy, you are not alone.