I've posted in the past about a man I had a history with, who ended up brutally assaulting me. He is no longer alive as well.

The anniversary of that incident used to send me into a spiral of bad behaviors. Imagine this morning, waking up, feeling great, only to be reminded (by Facebook of all things) that today is the 8 year anniversary of when this man hurt me.

I can't say that I feel anything really. I'm no longer hurt by it, I'm no longer triggered (yay for therapy!) and I didn't even remember it. It took 8 years, but I'm over it. Yes, there will always be a part of me that remembers the hurt, the upset, all of the bad shit... but I will no longer let it affect who I am TODAY.

Damn I'm proud of myself. It might not sound like much to you guys, but this is a big win for me.

Keep on keepin' on ladies, cause it does get better! Thanks for being part of my growth, I couldn't have come as far as I have, without this sub!