You, Survivor, Are Enough

I’ll reiterate that again from the title, because it bears repeating.

You, survivor, are enough.

I’m talking to you, my fellow abortion survivors, but this message is one that fits any of us who survive something difficult or traumatic.

You are enough.

Your self-worth doesn’t depend upon the acceptance from or the apology of those who harmed you.

You are enough.

Even when you’re armed with the facts (medical records, admissions of guilt by those responsible) about your life or what harm was done to you, there will always be someone who won’t believe you or accept the truth. Don’t take it personally. It’s about their struggle to accept that truth.

You are enough.

No matter if you choose to share your story openly or keep it private….

You are enough.

Even though I was called to share my story in a public way, not everyone is. And that’s okay. You need not feel guilty for not sharing your story, but also know that there will always be a safe space where you can do so. As the saying goes, find the safe people.

You are enough.

You don’t need to apologize for surviving. For living. For having health issues or deformities because of what you endured. Or for being healthy, for that matter.

You are enough.

You don’t need to apologize for your struggles with anxiety, depression, trusting others. It’s understandable. And many people can relate.

Yes, survivor. YOU are enough. No need to beat yourself up. No need to apologize for who you are, what you’ve been subjected to, and what it has or hasn’t done to you.

You are enough.