Amerikankata veche ne mulchi: Explains there is solace in breaking our silence, a strength of spirit when sharing the truth. It all starts with change, changing from victim to survivor! The author relays the message that healing doesn't mean the damage never existed, it means the damage no longer controls our lives. This book's features are truly riveting, honest, and sometimes even raw. The inclusion of the authors professional expertise as a (Qualified Mental Health Professional) also provides a educational view of many women's issues; inequality, family, divorce, abuse, finances, stalking, education, etc... The author seeks to do this by breaking her own silence giving her own personal story, seeking to raise awareness within the Bulgarian community. Raising a red flag about how damaging, traumatic, and above all how hidden domestic abuse can be. She recounts key episodes of abuse, including sexual assaults, and the subtle and not so subtle tactics used against her. Explaining the careful plans she made and executed in her many attempts to escape the abuse. Eventually getting out on her own she starts to build a new life with her children, while still having to deal with post-separation abuse and stalking. Now, being a (Q.M.H.P), she gives the details of the psychological consequences of the cycle of abuse such as; Post traumatic stress (P.T.S.D) and depression. Also, addressing how heartbreaking the cycle of abuse can be on a family without support. Included throughout the book are a selections of Bible passages that are placed perfectly throughout the book that are relevant to domestic abuse, which provides optimism to those that seek hope. Finally, promoting the need for advocates. Declaring that we need to ''be there'' for those experiencing abuse, and that advocates really do make a difference. Especially about how women transcend the expectations, burdens, and limitations put upon them socially and psychologically when given the opportunities.
About the Author: "Five" decades of change in America, as experienced by a woman from the south." Loyal and devoted Sensitive to feelings Warm, caring and interested in other people Strong written communication skills Prefers to work alone Values close relationships Being in social situations tends to drain my energy I prefer interacting with a select group of close friends. I can be a good mediator by helping the people involved in a conflict identify and express their feelings. Typically rely on intuition and are more focused on the big picture rather than the nitty-gritty details. I tend to be quite devoted to my circle of close friends and family and place a high importance on the feelings and emotions of my loved ones. I tend to be very loyal to the people I love and to my beliefs and causes. I believe I am a very creative, artistic, spiritual, and passionate about advocating and defending my beliefs. I am a big fan of diversity being interested in learning, listening and considering all the variables of an issue. I have the benefit of exploring my purpose in life and thinking about how I can use my skills and talents to best serve humanity. I want to leave a legacy. I have chosen to express my creativity and vision through a variety of interest and achievements. I am an American counselor, author, political activist, and lecturer currently residing in East Texas with my husband. I have always been creative, spiritual, and passionate about my beliefs. I have a purpose in my life with a clear vision on how I can use my skills and talents to serve humanity. I have earned degrees in Sociology from the University of Alaska, Anchorage, in Human Services Counseling, specializing in Family and Addiction. Completing my studies in Psychology from Thomas Edison State College in New Jersey, and am a chemical dependence and mental health counselor in the State of Texas."