I, myself, am a survivor of domestic violence. While I understand that the legal term is ‘victim’, I am here to empower you, to hear your experience, and to recognize the strength it takes to survive. Even if you are still enduring the abuse of the relationship, it takes strength to live each day and to carry on with life. You are a survivor and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise, even if you are still involved with your abuser. The purpose of this blog is to give domestic violence survivors a safe space to feel heard.