We are so excited to have you! A Master’s Degree! Wow!!! You should be so incredibly proud. I am sorry to hear about the losses in your life as well as the bullying. I always say what someone says about you says more about them than it does about you. Stay away from the bullies and lean into the people who love you and treat you kindly, like your sisters and you parents. They sound amazing. And how lucky you are to have a twin – a built-in best friend. We are excited for you to join our family. We look forward to meeting you on Mondays or on Unsealed Conversations later in the week. You know have another family that will always cheer you on and show you love and kindness. With love, Lauren

@oneturbobenz @johncarubbagmail-com @jfritz @ladylava33 @dannicatwhiskers Hey guys, Say Hi to Hannah!!

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I’m so happy I could write something that lifted our voices together and reminds us how strong we are on the inside. I like that you recognize how powerful writing can be for our therapy and healing. You definitely get me thinking how trauma is like elastic it sticks and it stretches throughout our lifetime but we don’t have to be defined by our trauma. I love your enthusiasm and transparency. I actually posted that picture of my current relationship partner who’s been there for me thick and thin. He’s the reason why I can talk about my trauma and has helped me not self-destruct. Thank you for lighting up my day with your kind response! 😉

OMG @dannicatwhiskers This is beautiful. I was never diagnosed with a learning disability, but the truth is never thought I was smart enough. I was bubbly, outgoing and sometimes silly. Plus, I loved wearing dresses. People often assumed I wasn’t smart. I always felt like I had something to prove. While I did well in school, I never felt like it was enough. I remember I figured out a math problem once and my teacher said in front of the entire class, “Wow! You are much smarter than you look.” My insecurities led me to work hard and have this relentless determination. As a result, I have done things that I never thought would be possible. Now, I still work hard but I no longer care what anyone thinks. The only person I strive to impress is myself.

Everyone learn a little differently. They may have labeled you with a disability but really you just learned differently than they did, because clearly you are very smart.

You’re story is inspiring and you should so proud of yourself for not letting other People’s perception or labels get in the way of your success. You are amazing and I can’t wait to see and hear about what you do next.

You are star. So keep shining bright.

With lots of love,
Lauren