LifeGrid Magazine May 2017 | Page 37

I can relate to the very real and painful dilemma abused women face. I’ve been there. You’re not only thinking about yourself, you are thinking about your children and their future. It’s a huge responsibility and if you have no job, money or support from family and friends, you feel defeat- ed before you even begin. Starting out from a place of loss makes the journey incredib ly difficult. But not impossible. It takes courage to walk out and step into the fear of the unknown. A great deal of courage. The good news is she does have the inner strength and the courage to get out. It may feel like she needs a miracle to access her courage, but her will to survive, to live peacefully and with happiness will give her the impetus to walk out the door on shaky legs and face the unknown with trepida- tion fully knowing she’s got this! Showing women that Peace, Quiet, and True Love are on the other side of that door begins by helping her to find Grace – Gratitude, Release, Authenticity, Challenge, and Embrace. Each step builds her value, self-worth, confi- dence, and shows her how successful she is every day and in every way. It begins to unravel the negative self-talk and replace it with positive, forward-moving chatter. And before you know it, she’s growing, expanding, and building a new life. It’s amazing watching a broken woman take positive steps to rebuilding, liberating her greatness, and stepping into her power. Through determination, raw courage, and pure will, leaving your abuser can lead to the greatest time of your life. You were betrayed and abused. What if it could be the best thing that ever happened to you? Imagine the possibilities. susanball.ca facebook.com/Self.Love.Activist.Life.Coach