The top two stories on my community tab are about abusive relationships. However, it is not the sad story I'm used to seeing, one that makes tears form in my eyes as I wish I could help. Nope! Instead, these women have gotten AWAY from the abuse!

I just want them - and all others in the same situation - to know that we are all proud of, and happy for, you. You have taken the hardest step, now keep pushing! Whether the abuser was a boyfriend, parent, or even a friend, that first step shows that you're stronger than anything they can do to you. Cleanse your life of that toxicity, and then go be the badass woman you can be. All those worries will be in the past come this time next year.