First Post

I grew up in a very dysfunctional family, and suffered mostly from emotional abuse (though there was certainly physical abuse, too).  My parents are still alive and the abuse continues.  I have contemplated killing myself many times, but stopped short each time mainly because I could not bear the thought of what my suicide would do to my oldest sister.  I yearn to break the cycle.  I yearn to gain the emotional strength and maturity to fight for my happiness, for my life.

I am learning.