They brainwash you from the minute you're born. They want you to believe that the outside world is dangerous and evil.

I have always believed that every human being has the right to be free, that freedom is our birthright.

I wasn't born to be dominated by a man; I was born to be free.

I had to make a choice. I could continue to be a victim, or I could stand up for what I believed in.

The worst type of chains are those which you can't see, that's mental and emotional bondage. It takes courage to break them.

Fear is a powerful weapon, and it was used effectively by them to keep people in line.

I had been taught that a woman’s place was to obey. But that didn't make it right.

Love isn't about control or power. It's about equality and respect.

My children were my motivation. I could not let them grow up in such a toxic environment.

I realized that I was stronger than I thought. I just needed to believe in myself.

Escape