A Message to My Abuser
Saying No to Abuse
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While on my journey from being a victim to becoming a survivor, and now becoming a thriver, I’ve learned to turn my negative into a positive. I’ve decided, in my life to live by paying it forward. My determination from the negative experiences I’ve lived through, I’ve become a rape crisis counselor. I’ve become an author to help advocate for victims. I’ve even opened up the conversation with friends to help in their healing process. I have become braver, more humble, stronger, more grateful, and much more happier in my life since I’ve turned my negative experiences into positive experiences. I have now been able to open up and speak to others about my experience, in hopes to help others who may have been in similar situations. I hope to help open the conversation to help crush this epidemic.
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About the Book
Domestic violence and sexual assault is an epidemic that needs to be stopped through awareness, education, and advocacy for the victims. In a candid sequel to I Am a Survivor, Sophia Moreno rehashes her experiences through letters to her abusers that not only reveal a glimpse into her journey through domestic violence and sexual assault, but also help remind the abused that they are not alone. While educating the community through true stories she hopes will bring awareness and inspire conversations, Sophia shares insight into her molester, messages to her various abusers as well as herself, the signs of gaslighting, tips and steps to support survivors of abuse, myths and facts about sexual trauma, and valuable resources such as national hotlines, important websites, statistics, sample letters, and themed movies. A Message to My Abuser is a collection of personal letters, messages, and helpful tips offered to inspire the abused to rise above their suffering, heal, and ultimately thrive.
About the Author
Sophia Moreno is an advocate and volunteer Rape Crisis Counselor (RCC) for victims of sexual assault. In 2018, she was recognized as Volunteer of the Year, and in 2020, won a Long Island Image Award. This is her second book.