Damaged Girl is the first part of a series about a life full of ups and downs. Mental, emotional, and sexual abuse was no stranger to Elise. Her will to fight and continue to live even after suicide attempts, depression, and postpartum gives hope to young women struggling with finding their purpose and balance in life. A life of pain, love, and healing made way for an opportunity to change and accurately represent what it means to look within and search for healing. Life is a journey of ups and downs; we all lose faith.

If you want to dive deeper into my story and your healing journey, check out the sequel to this memoir, More Than a Runaway.

Note from the Author:

Dear Reader

May your inner strength shine through the dark times. May life be a light for you to know that someone has been through similar pain. May these words show you that trauma is only a tiny fraction of who you are. Remember to stop once in a while. Patience becomes more manageable when you’re focused on the moment at hand and remember to breathe. It’s good for the soul to welcome good days and bad ones. It is also ok to fall somewhere in between stuffed animals and your favorite chair. Even if you can’t erase the memories, remember you’re making your memories now. Sometimes you’re going to feel trapped. But always remember; you have the freedom to choose. Chin up, buttercup! You’re a warrior.

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