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Stop Asking Why: Do We Deserve JUSTICE, or Was It Really Not That Bad?
Why did you stay? Why didn’t you leave sooner? Why didn’t you see the signs?
These are the questions society often asks survivors of abuse. But what if we stopped asking “why” and started asking, “how can I help?”
Stop Asking Why is a gripping and deeply personal memoir of resilience and transformation. Through the raw, unfiltered lens of her experiences, Melissa shares her journey from a childhood marred by abuse and neglect to her entanglement with a covert narcissist—a man who manipulated, controlled, and nearly destroyed her. This book chronicles her escape from his grasp, her fight for survival, and her ultimate triumph in reclaiming her life.
But this is more than a survivor's story. It’s a guide for anyone facing trials—abuse, loss, or adversity—who feels trapped and alone. Melissa invites readers to explore the emotional complexities of abuse, shedding light on why it’s so hard to leave and why survivors often endure in silence. She offers wisdom, encouragement, and hope for those ready to take the first step toward healing.
The title, Stop Asking Why, is a call to a challenge to stop questioning the choices of those in pain and start providing the support they desperately need. It asks us to shift our focus from blame to empathy, from judgment to understanding.
This book will inspire you, break your heart, and remind you of the incredible strength of the human spirit. Whether you’re a survivor, an ally, or someone seeking to understand, Stop Asking Why is a powerful testament to the resilience within us all.
Take the journey. Find your voice. Stop asking why—and start making a difference.
These are the questions society often asks survivors of abuse. But what if we stopped asking “why” and started asking, “how can I help?”
Stop Asking Why is a gripping and deeply personal memoir of resilience and transformation. Through the raw, unfiltered lens of her experiences, Melissa shares her journey from a childhood marred by abuse and neglect to her entanglement with a covert narcissist—a man who manipulated, controlled, and nearly destroyed her. This book chronicles her escape from his grasp, her fight for survival, and her ultimate triumph in reclaiming her life.
But this is more than a survivor's story. It’s a guide for anyone facing trials—abuse, loss, or adversity—who feels trapped and alone. Melissa invites readers to explore the emotional complexities of abuse, shedding light on why it’s so hard to leave and why survivors often endure in silence. She offers wisdom, encouragement, and hope for those ready to take the first step toward healing.
The title, Stop Asking Why, is a call to a challenge to stop questioning the choices of those in pain and start providing the support they desperately need. It asks us to shift our focus from blame to empathy, from judgment to understanding.
This book will inspire you, break your heart, and remind you of the incredible strength of the human spirit. Whether you’re a survivor, an ally, or someone seeking to understand, Stop Asking Why is a powerful testament to the resilience within us all.
Take the journey. Find your voice. Stop asking why—and start making a difference.
288 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 10, 2025
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February 22, 2025
Gripping intense and powerful.
March 2, 2025
Raw and honest while being gentle with victims.
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