I was physically, emotionally and s******* abused as a child by my step father. My father wasn’t actively in our lives and my mother was a weak minded doormat. I never received any financial help from my family and spent most of my 20’s deserately poor. I put myself through college, got a masters degree. Have a great job, am humble and only buy what I need and use. My husband of 7 years told me recently he slept with 8 hookers throughout our marriage. I love me and I respect myself. It doesn’t matter what other people do to you in your life, you control your destiny and your path. Do not feel guilt for thinking you need other people’s validation. Now I have others seeking me for validation because of my strength. Always give love even to those who harm you and only produce positive energy and you will receive that in return even if it a hard road to follow.
