Survivor Affirmations: I Choose To Walk Away from What Tries to Shrink Me
There is strength in walking alone when the crowd demands your silence.It takes courage to leave the circle when the cost is your [...]
Life Calls Us to Evolve Culturally Too: Sinners Dancers Revealed !! Juke Joint Scene Explained — Dance Styles, Symbolism & Forgotten History
Life does not call us to evolve through advancements in technology only. Life calls us to evolve culturally as well.Â
Without cultural evolution:
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The Healing Hum: A Sound Our Bodies Remember
Before we had language for healing…Before we knew the words nervous system or self-regulation…Many of us grew up in homes where someone hummed us th [...]
Experts say Black women may have uncommon depression symptoms
The importance of challenging the “Strong Black Woman” myth cannot be overstated. That stereotype — often praised as empowerment — can quietly functio [...]
The Black Woman Who Invented AI Before It Existed (w/affirmations)
✨ Affirmations for Women Who See Differently
My vision is a gift; I honor the way I see the world.
I trust my insights, even when they [...]
The Winter 2025 Strength and Abuse Issue
Of course, it is possible to be strong and depressed at the same time. Be gentle with yourself.
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Growing Up in the 70’s | Black Perspective
Gratitude and appreciation to @Kimbar1313 on Tiktok for reminding us that we can be going through difficult times but creating your own joy. In fa [...]
đź–¤ Survivor Affirmations for the Ones Who Never Got the Apology
And were told to stay silent for someone else’s comfort.
I was not too much. I was too aware. And they were not ready for the truth I [...]
She Almost Missed This
She almost didn’t go. The weight of yesterday’s battles clung to her like heavy wet clothes. But she put on her shoes anyway.
On the walk, she saw th [...]
10 Uplifting Quotes to Inspire and Empower Survivors on Their Healing Journey
"Your story is not just what happened to you—it’s what you dared to do next." – WeSurviveAbuse.com
"Every step you take toward peace is a [...]
Survivor Affirmations: I Am Honoring Myself Now
You are not here to shrink.You are not here to twist, bend, or break yourselfjust to be accepted by people or places that can't hold your truth.Every [...]
I Will Not Shrink Myself So They Can Stay Comfortable in Their Denial
SurvivorAffirmations.com | Inspired by WeSurviveAbuse.com
They ask you to soften your voice.To stop being “so angry.”To say it “more kindly.”To “ge [...]
Tackle Life Tips: Decluttering Strategies (short ebook)
 For some people who are healing from physical and/or emotional trauma, de-cluttering is a constant challenge.Â
Here are 4 Quick Tips That May Hel [...]
Survivor Affirmations: Actually, I CAN and I WILL (podcast short)
Building on the true story of the United States' first elected woman mayor, Susanna Salter, this short episode inspires listeners to believe t [...]
The Harlem Photos That Were Hidden for 40 Years
These photos are evidence of resilience.
In 1970, New York City was officially collapsing. The media called it "Fear City." But while the world saw [...]
✨ Survivor Lesson: When You Rise, You Don’t React the Same
Affirmation + Spiritual Empowerment for Protecting Your Peace
Some people exist to disturb the peace of others. (or so it seems)They push buttons. Th [...]
🌿Josephine Baker: She Refused the Limits Placed on Her Body
Joséphine Baker was born in the United States.She knew segregation.She knew what it meant to be looked at and not seen.
So she left.
And in Paris… s [...]
Affirming Television Moments: When the Women Tore Down the Wall
First, giving gratitude to Oprah because this type of programming was very uncommon back in 1989. When you wanted to see television films like this, y [...]
đź’Ś Dear Strong Black Girl
Who had to grow up before she was ready.
You were praised for how grown you acted.For how well you held things together.For how much you helped, how [...]
The Story of Kemba Smith Pradia
May we continue to be reminded and never forget that women in prison (most of whom have survived painful abuse and violence) are indeed human beings.& [...]
9 Quotes from Maya Angelou to Nourish the Survivor’s Soul (Part 1)
Updated for 2025
🌿 For the Survivor’s Journey
1. “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
2. “You alone are eno [...]
Denise Ho: 🌿Once You See It, You Can’t Go Back
“The greatest gift in this life is always more of me—and I am not going back to less.”
Denise Ho was a singer.
A successful one.
She had:
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Living in Truth in a Loud World: The Courage to Stand Tall
There was a time when a singer could stand on a stage, look out at the world, and sing a line that would echo for generations:
“I did it my way.”
Th [...]
Soul Train: Where art became cross-cultural language
Soul Train. Soullll Train. The hippest trip in America.
 I was in front of my television nearly every Saturday morning and pouted when I couldn't be. [...]
