🇺🇸 July 4th: The Day I Took My Freedom Back
Some people think of Independence Day as fireworks, BBQs, and red, white, and blue celebrations. For me, Independence Day will always remind me of, July 4th, 2022. The day wasn’t about gaining freedom—it was the day I claimed it fully. By the time that day rolled around, I had already grieved the dreams I once held: ✨ The husband I thought loved me. ✨ The house I thought would be a safe. ✨ The life every girl dreams about. But leaving a narcissist is never easy. It isn’t for the faint of heart. You will lose everything: 💥 Your belongings. 💥 Your stability. 💥 Your reputation, friendships, and the life you worked so hard to build. Because when you leave them, you strip them of the control they believe they deserve. They belittle you, smear your name, and try to take everything that matters. But what they can’t take is your integrity. The have destroyed your self worth- because you handed it to them They can’t take your self-worth-because you let them. They take your peace—because you ...
