Her story is confusing. Who would put up a property bond for her? If her family had already disowned her because of her affiliation with a black man who would put up a bond that was worth enough to send a bounty hunters for prostitution. To another state with a flight back.
wow what a horrible story, I was sexually abused, that nothing what you went thru, so sad, glad you made it. & stayed strong, the Almighty will avenge your horror.
when she said she would make animal noises to get some sort of attention or physical touch i broke down in tears. no child should ever endure any of the pain you experienced love. i am so so sorry for what you had to go through but i am so so proud of you for sharing your story! that shows extreme strength. you are no longer a VICTIM, you’re a VICTOR! stand tall beautiful, you won❤
I saved my grandson he's now in a loving foster care family. When they tried to find out what my son and his partner did to him....he curled up in a ball and barked like a dog. Good news he's still with his new family and doesn't ever want to go back to his father. He doesn't curl up and bark like a dog anymore
Couldn’t agree more, she’s incredible! The part about her making animal noises for affection, also completely broke my heart. I don’t know how she survived this, let alone became a nurse & all round wonderful human being. She’s amazing!
@@IhaveMy0pinionGood for you! More people need to stand up & speak when they suspect abuse. I’m so very happy your grandson now has a good forever home. Kudos to you for protecting him! 💕
@@IhaveMy0pinionHopefully your son and his partner are facing legal charges? I am a foster parent. It breaks my heart knowing what some of these children go through.
Not a hot enough place in HELL for anyone who abuses Children and Animals! Defenseless Trusting and Loving naturally. I’m so very glad this woman found her strength to share her story.
Bible says that's where they go if they never repent and trust Jesus Christ. But we still need to report when we know about it so they can go to prison. No justice, no peace.
@@abou8963so, God doesn't do anything until someone is "offered"? Where was God when she was enduring this abuse? Ignoring her until it was brought to his attention? I swear, you people don't think before speaking.
I agree with you,.. a kind interaction is life changing….but unfortunately people are stupid.. Idk why but sometimes I watch those bodycam video and I read the 🤢 sickening comments. Horrible ignorant shit from people with no empathy literally. They can’t possibly see that person before or after the incident they are watching… they’re like a mob mentality, all name calling and chanting for someone to be “thrown in jail forever” or “take their kids away forever” …. And all I can think is how ridiculously stupid they are. …never considering HOW that person got to be in their current state , or if they will get help and be forever changed. I’m grateful that my five kids (adults) have always been so kind to people who are homeless , drug users, or whatever….people deserve basic respect .
That's something I learned in my 30s. That person acting like an ass in traffic may be acting like an ass but you never know what they could be going through. Could have a kid slowly dying in the hospital and they just left the hospital to go work or something.
You can hear the pain in her voice… absolutely one of the strongest woman I’ve seen. I’m so happy for you that you made it alive and you accomplished being what you wanted to be.
As a former victim of childhood sexual abuse by my step father, various molestations from a stepbrother, neighbor boys & then attempts by my Father in Law I used to think I had a sign on my back that said “Abuse Me”! I’ve since realized those experiences molded me into the person I am today. I have since retired from a corporate career, was a Sexual Assault Counselor and volunteered in the battered women’s shelter watching children while Moms had some fun time. I did not allow those men to break me!
What an amazing lady you are! You didn’t let those low lives break your extraordinary spirit. I admire you so much & sincerely hope you’ve reached a place where you’re unconditionally loved & appreciated for who you are. My best to you. Hugs. 💕
me too re feeling like I must have some invisible sign on my back which guys pick up on saying "sexually assault or rape me". I really do not know how any female gets through her life without that happening to her as I had so many different unrelated in any way guys do it to me in all kinds of situations eg I was on a packed lift of a department store holding onto my mother's hand and a guy standing behind me started molesting me unknown to my mum (and I was too embarrassed to yell out). I don't even live in a bad area.
I’ve often thought the same thing I must have a certain kind of smell, or some kind of universal sign that says come to abuse me. Or I thought I had a sign that says kick me on it my abuser my stepbrother my rapist at 3 1/2 years old. Once told me I had a galactic kick me sign.
@@oooh19 : just really think about it how many children do not survive those tortures and abuse every day on this planet - not every child does really survive those things without having big trauma and mental illness for the rest of their lifes - not everybody is able to become anything at all - but - stay broken for the rest of their lifes. What happened to and with Melissa is a real and big exception - most miracle happens not just like that - without lots of mental strenght and lots of work on yourself.
Melissa, you are a true Phoenix, and you did rise from the ashes! You are a miracle and a blessing to many. You have been through so much, but you are brave, and you made it out.
Omg. I have been through healing in 30 years, and I still cry. It's actually a good sign, that she is in touch with her emotions, and is not shut down. I don't think it stops. But for people who haven't experienced deep trauma, I can see how they would think it's "something to get over".. it doesn't really work like that..and yet parts of it will transform over time
That woman who told you “you’re going to be a nurse”, was the second guardian angel in your life. You may have had others but didn’t recognize them at the time. I’m so glad you were able to realize and appreciate your value as a person worthy of living the life you deserve. Just look what you’ve overcome.
Ohhhh you are really speaking strong language!!! Ohhhh I can really see your rage!!! Those parents should be in prison for life!! NOT "did not deserve her". Grow some balls!
You are the strongest woman I have ever seen! You made me cry tears of sadness & happiness that you made it through such a horrible upbringing. You deserve an amazing life & you are an inspiration for all the women who have suffered abuse. And you recovered from drugs - absolutely incredibly - Congratulations you sweet, smart, tough, beautiful woman….❤❤❤
You’re a very strong women, thank you for sharing your story. I know that had to have been tough. I’m sure it will help other people who went through the same thing. God bless you.
It's unfortunate that child abuse victims have to rely so much on their inner strength to get by. We care more about stray dogs as a society then abused children.
@@kellylestig4941 Some what the same, but not boxed in. I could not speak or have an opinion in the household, if I did my mom would mock me and laugh and tell me to be quiet. ON my wedding day, she said, "Do you know how fat you look in the dress"? Then I had to fix her hair and make-up. I just kept....cool. Who wants a big family event, then? Then she wanted to tell the photographer how to place people etc. He told her off.
To all the sweet babies and children inside of the fierce survivors in this thread and all over the world, I give all my love and admiration. To those here, you have grown into strong, amazing people with huge hearts and I'm so proud of you.❤
I'm sorry your parents abused you! I'm so glad you turned your life around and are doing what you dreamed of since you were four years old... GOD bless your courage and strength! ♥️
Psych studies show that often, its learnt behaviour. Sometimes, (not always), children who grow up in abuse get desensitized & see it as a norm they model & repeat. Or , they repeat it to try & take back their lost power & avoid their victimhood.
As a parent, I am struggling to understand how her parents could do this to her, she was a child. An innocent, pure angel who just wanted love and affection. I will never understand how people can be so evil. I'm glad she survived and is now able to tell her story.
Same. I was crying watching this and thinking about my children. All I do is love and protect them. I can’t imagine the level of evil it takes to abuse any child, let alone your own children like this. It’s so sickening. 😢
Seriously. Like, even if you dislike or don't want your kids - give them to someone who will treat them kindly. It takes more effort to abuse them than find them a new home. Sick people.
I believe that the father was trying to imply that they knew they'd be ignoring her, and out of the cage she could hurt herself. Obviously they should have watched her, and kept her safe by their presence, instead of putting her in a cage.
Sadly, there are too many unwanted children who end up being neglected and abused by their parents for existing. The parents usually don’t care enough to even find the child a better home.
you either rise despite of it or allow it to destroy you…that choice often depends on your brain chemistry, wiring, hope, loving people who finally create stability and determination. We all have an innate drive to survive. She did it! Rather than become a victim of it even though she probably relives the scenes of her childhood every night but you just have to forgive, for your sake so you can move on and be at peace with a soft heart and focus 100%?on the present moment and the future.
It’s truly a miracle from GOD!!! Only JESUS keeps us going, believer or not because HE understands how the enemy tried to destroy our lives from the beginning. 🙏😔JESUS is so real. HE is always with us. 🙏 These stories make me believe in HIM even more.
@@ark198989what did Jesus do for her? Where was he when she was locked in a cage? What did his followers do for her, except shame her for getting pregnant?
I'm glad you kept your dream of being a nurse against all odds! So sorry you had such a terribly difficult and heartbreaking start in life. God bless you 🙏❤️😊.
this video is devastating you can literally SEE the little girl in her eyes. If I feel this much pain and sorrow just from hearing her story, I cannot ever imagine being her parent, and putting her through what she has gone through. seriously one of the strongest women I have ever heard from this video is devastating
But at some point she has to learn to take accountability for her actions too! She had a second chance with her aunt and uncle but threw it away to go get pregnant by a blk man whos a dead beat too. She did this to herself. Her childhood isn't her fault but after she make deliberate bad choices 14+ is her fault. She had a good chance innher aunts and uncle's home!! All she had to do was go to school, study hard. But noooo
@@FS02012 I really don’t think you can say that. Actually it sounds really cold. What kind of decisions would you have made after a childhood of abuse? And besides I think there were reasons she left aunts house. Doesn’t sound like she any kind people in her life at all. This absolutely cannot be blamed on her. That kind of abuse destroys you at the core. It’s amazing she has recovered as well as she has.
@@FS02012You're not in any position to tell anyone that, especially her. Countless people are given chance after chance even if they make mistakes for their choices, people with substance abuse, people who went to jail even get chances. The fact she became a nurse shows she clearly has taken some accountability. For what though? It wasn't her who did all that damage. She had no real adults to show her the way of life. People like you are why people can't change.
I know and met Melissa through Facebook and I can tell you she is an amazing person. It's unbelievable what she endured and STILL made something wonderful of her life including being a loving and caring person.
@@snowyowl6892 That's what makes me reluctant for someone with that level of wounding to have a profession as intimate as nursing. Nursing is stressful enough, and the potential for triggers is high. She seems like a truly incredible survivor however and I wish her continued healing.
@@snowyowl6892Most of the time they don't. Statically they are more likely to be like them but statistically most of them don't become abusers. Many decide to not identify with their abusers and try to avoid doing such things to those they have chosen to love.
My mother grew up very similar after her mother passed away when my mom was 7. I'm an adult with kids of my own, and my poor mother still has secrets she is protecting us from knowing. 🥺
Reshmey, coincidentally I just watched both of the videos that you commented on. Obviously I can't fact check people's life stories, but that's not what I'm trying to do anyway. Whatever you've been through in life, I hope your path only continues to improve. Wishing you all the very best!
I have so much respect for this woman. 🙏 she went through all of that and managed to overcome it all and remain SANE. 🙌. I hope the rest of her life is filled with great moments. ❤
It's so wrong and you aren't seeing all the trauma ... And it's ok too if people come out of this with mental problems... So effing sick of this incredibly abusive society that says it's ok if you get abused so long as youre quiet about it and able to adjust to this sick unhealthy society which does nothing absolutely nothing for the abused, but protects abuse by demanding that people should acclimate to it. You are sick! Especially for judging people who experience abuse and haven't fully healed... It's ok and perfectly healthy for people to express their trauma and to be imperfect... So sick of judgemental amerikkkans!!
@alllifematters 1st of all I was depressed for 10+ years because of the trauma I went through growing up and i had a lot of fucked up shit happen to me but nothing compared to this woman. I commend her Because if it was me being honest, I would not have made it because my trauma honestly is not even comparable to hers. I cried because she has sooooo much strength in her. U, my friend, is being judgmental. No 1's pain is greater than another, but for me, I commened her for continuing to exist when most would have been dead.
So inspired by this ladies resilience. Our God most definately sent angels to watch 24:54 over you. Thank you so much for sharing your story! So any are and will continue to be inspired by it. Merry Christmas strong one.
I'm not sure you intended your comment to be hurtful but it does come across that way. It implies that people with mental illness are less than and/or at fault for their illness.
You know, people who go through difficult times make very good counselors/psychologists/psychiatrists, they are able to speak from the heart and know what’s needed when they see others struggling. I’m glad you were able to persevere, I’m so proud of you!
Noooooooo, not true in many cases dear!!!!!!!!!!!!! Most people who have gone through "difficult times"...as YOU put it too delicately, have alot of hidden rage, unfinished business, and abusive tendancies!!! They can do major damage if they try to be any type of counselors - even for laughs. Grow up
@@instanteggnoodl Why should we provide for a pregnant woman? Why wasnt she on birth control. She is NOT my responsiblity. I was smart young woman who took care of myself and did not force society to take out my garbage of bills and needs.
@@instanteggnoodl "The world lost its collective mind" and "we can walk on the moon" check out : a funny thing happened on the way to the moon. And where did that moonrover came from? and who took the photos of neil armstrong stepping down the ladder? So the photographer was the first man on the moon? And who filmed the apollo lift from the moon? So they left the photographer on the moon? Poor soul. And how can combustion engine function in a vacuum? Think again.
@@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bitsdon't you realize that overcoming that rage and refusing to become like your abusers is you growing up? Those things that this woman had to endure were not deserved so what else is it other than trials to make you stronger? The thing is most psychiatrists grow up very stable and therefore have no idea what I would be talking about expressing my trials and hurt and abuse. You see the texts books they read didn't quite create a sense of knowing. Btw... Why add the "grow up" but in any case? People have a right to their opinions. Why take a personal jab at a positive, beautiful comment and a better point of view than where you're sitting? Please heal with us. We are all here because we are hurting and looking for love. Join us in seeing a purpose and reason for all the suffering to turn it around and stick it to the light and love and forgiveness.
Oh woman! You have no idea how many lives you saved by sharing this, your truth. You are more than a survivor you are a living beacon of hope. I am so sorry you were treated so badly by your parents. I felt it listening to you, the need for love, kindness, gentleness the need to be a child and have fun! Thank you for sharing this. Thank you for becoming such a wonderful and amazing nurse!! God bless and keep you
Nurse to nurse, I just want to thank you for being brave enough to share your story. Maybe some other child, who is dealing with the same kinds of abuse, will hear this and find the strength to speak up and find a way out of that situation. We have to tell kids how valuable they are, and remind ourselves how valuable we are as well...🥰
@@abou8963 prayer works. My best friend committed suicide and I wasn't able to function for 2 weeks. One day at a church event I prayed and begged for my pain to be taken away. I was confused when I ended the prayer and felt so much lighter. For the first time in 2 weeks my eyes weren't full of tears and I was able to smile and talk about her without relapsing. The weight had been lifted off of my shoulders. Always pray for help. God is merciful and loving ❤
I am so proud of her testimony of how she overcame an abusive childhood and adulthood and became a professional nurse when all odds were against her. She stated that she told her mom when she was four that she wanted to be a nurse. Her dream of becoming a nurse came through by her making ip in her mind that she did not want to live a life of trauma and tragedy. God Bless her for her courage to persevere when all odds where against her.❤
She really is a miracle. I'm so happy she's doing what she was intended to do and in a position to show kindness to people at their most vulnerable points.
I worked with her. She really is such an amazing woman 💛 I hate that this happened, but I'm so glad to see her healed from this and become an advocate for the troubled teen industry. Takes a lot of courage to relive your trauma and use it to help others. ❤
You, ma’am, are on of the STRONGEST women and your story is powerful. I am so proud of who you have become. Thank you for not giving up and helping others.
I am so sorry you had to endure all of that. The fact that you still became a nurse despite all of that is absolutely incredible. Your story is very inspiring. I hope the rest of your years are full of happiness
Melissa, you are one of life's true survivors. You're not only alive, but you've managed to rebuild your trust in people, to love people, to feel good about yourself, and you met your dream of becoming a nurse. I do believe, without any doubt, that the man at the pool that day was indeed sent from Above. And now you are becoming that angel for other women who are trapped in the same dark world you started life in. I'm a parent of two daughters and I can't even begin to try to understand what prompted your parents to treat you the way they did. I can only hope that you are always looking forward now, never looking back at what you left behind. Thank you for having the courage to tell your story.
Her parents were horrible people, I was so shocked to hear this story. No-one should ever be treated this way. I hope she finds love and happiness; she needs some love and friends and a good community. At least she got some help with a therapist and became a nurse like she wanted to.
You're the physical manifestation of a real survivor. A warrior of life. I'm proud of you for not giving up, too many women give up having been abused and unloved as long as you were. Stay the strongest person you know!
Her parents are so fortunate she survived the horrific abuse and neglect. I wish we lived in a society that saved children from the hands of monsters like her parents. My parents were very much the same.
Sadistic abuse. Makes me wonder if her parents were abused as well as it’s typically handed down through the generations. A viscous cycle. Very, very sad story. Thank you for sharing your story.
Correct. Mental, Emotional, Physical and Sexual abuse is handed down through the generations--a cycle. The good news is contrary to the psychiatric profession healing is possible with Transformation Hypnosis to access the unconscious and subconscious level.
Probably because of how it was back then. Children were seen not heard and al authorities always believed the adults with no question. There was no safe haven 😢😢😢
My goodness I’ve never heard anyone go through so much pain and suffering and only be 22. Melissa, you are an absolutely AMAZING woman and human, I salute you, your courage, determination and positivity to come through such terrible things. You give others courage sharing your story and prove that there is life after abuse and pain. It makes my life seem like a breeze, and I’ve been through a fair bit. It’s women like you who give me courage to keep going and inspire me and thousands of others to be courageous and strong and able to move on after trauma. You should receive an award in recognition of these things. Keep inspiring others, and a huge well done on believing in yourself and for what you’ve achieved, you’re truly incredible. Sending much love to you Melissa 🥰 xx
You had me in tears a few times. You remind me of my mum and the lack of love she had in her life. My daughter will be loved, cared for and valued as a child deserves. I'm sorry you've had it so tough. Your parents didnt deserve their place here.
You kick sooo much ass! Im a struggling opioid addict who was prescribed narcs at age 11 on a steady stream till 22 . So , Im 43 now and I've gotten into and graduated from an ivy league med schood and finished 2 .5 years of my surgical residency so far,in philly. I am clean now and your story is a lot of nurses' stories and i think its jmportant to hear that its a thing thats achieveable. A lot of people dont see a life outside whatever temporary hell they're in which leads to so many of them inevitability lengthening and that pain. Thanks for your honesty and sharing your story. You thrived ❤
What an absolute winner. The very definition of resolute strength and resilience. She is a true survivor, and her trials made her so very strong. Respect and admiration.
As a child who was also abused, my inner child is healing and I wish for yours to heal too. You didn't deserve any of it and even if they never apologized, know that they KNOW they were wrong, and will have to deal with the "bill" when on the other side. Light and love to you❤
I have ptsd from a childhood of physical, mental, emotional, sexual abuse. I do not ever go back in my head to all the things I remember. I have found, that for me personally, I’ve put it all in the furthest corners of my mind, locked up virtually, as past bad experiences + moved forward. Unfortunately I went into having children of my own with zero parenting skills. I didn’t have the patience I should have had + if I could have a “ ground hog day” I would change a lot of my behaviors. My kids are adults + they understand. ( I never interfered with them getting to know my parents- they figured out on their own just what kind of childhood I had!) I raised my granddaughter for a while when my ex son in law bolted, leaving my daughter + baby. She went to school, + worked,+ has a doctorate in medicine + is an ama ing mother+ medical provider. I became the parent I should have been, with my granddaughter. It is so difficult to be a good wife,+ mother when you’re very young( fresh out of high school) when you absolutely no idea what” normal” is. Child abuse is so rampant. I lived in a beautiful home, my parents had money. They both drove brand new cars. I was always dressed beautifully. But underneath that facade lived a very sad child- me. My heart goes out to every person that never knew what love from a parent was 🤗
From a complete stranger I wrap my arms around that child in you & gently whisper 'you deserve love don't stay in that stuck place, live now celebrate your freedom' I'm so sorry that you had that. I know how hard it is to break free of the past just do it one day at a time. So brave of you to tell you story here just know you are helping others dig themselves out of their past hurts. Deepest hugs from a grandmother in Australia XXX
giving birth in handcuffs was unnecessary and cruel. Children are turned out on the street to be raped for profit You are strong survivor. Proud of you ❤
You are a rock star. Your story should be in every school, public forums, everywhere. You got the power to change so many lives. I’m so glad you survived and you conquered. You will always be in my heart and prayers.
Your strength is incredible. When you said your abuse started in the womb and that you were caged as a toddler I just cried. I was a preschool teacher in a public school for 22 years and the thought of the 2 year old you being isolated and ignored made me sick. To know what you have been through and then hear you are a nurse and helping other woman in the situation you were in is an amazing testament to bravery. I wish you nothing but love, kindness, happiness, and peace for the rest of your life.
Your childhood and early adulthood was devastating. My goodness you lived without love until around 36. You’re amazing and against all odds in your life you became a beautiful nurse. You would have great compassion and you’ve chosen just the right profession for you to help heal people. Thank you for sharing your story.
I had such a loving upbringing by my parents, I can't even imagine how parents could do this to a child. It breaks my heart 😭 This woman deserves every warm loving hug. She's a true survivor and inspiration.
What you said resonated in me. I too had a terrible childhood. I did not get away from them until I was twenty five. They obliterated my future to ensure that I couldn't get away from them but they miss stepped and I got out by rapid marriage. Thirty years later my sons and I and our beasties are free from my ex who is also abusive. I am 59. I still have pieces of myself, my life that have not been recovered. I am damaged. Your candity helped me immensely. I am not alone.
No longer the victim but the VICTOR!! So sorry that you went through all that😢 You have become an inspiration for others. God bless you with a fabulous life from here on out 🥰💙
My goodness girl you are SO STRONG and such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your story, it will touch people from all walks of like (anonymous peers of trauma, children, parents, health care workers, etc.). Thank you so much for sharing all of this, I can't imagine how painful it was for you. SO PROUD OF YOUR LIFE!
Your suffering helps you be a fantastic nurse. I’m sorry you had to endure such horrible experiences. As a nurse myself I know that my own trauma helps me have empathy and compassion. Bless you for sharing your experiences ❤
Your so right I'm also a nurse I had an severly abusive childhood SA beatings isolation medical/educational neglect I was not fed my sister was I was a parentified child I was taken out of school in 4th grade to care for home/ siblings my parents belonged to a religious cult which co-signed on their treatment of me I started working full-time @age 15yr old paying rent I finally ran away @age 16 I married an abusive man at age 17 I got an GED with a 4th grade education because I inhaled books I got into nursing school my first full time job was juvie psych I understood these kids I got not being fed or being beat with an extention cord other nurses resented me because I could these residents to talk they would tell me details of their lives my childhood was HELL but it gave me great empathy for my patients I understand the shame of not having school clothes etc. It has also helped me help ppl outside of my job it has given me a great deal of compassion for other humans I've had therapy im on rx for depression im a survior im healing the best REVEGE I can get is to 1 survival 2.to thrive which is wht I try to do daily
Wow, what a lady! it was heart-wrenching to hear about her childhood her parents were so cruel how could they?!, what a life this lady has had she came out the other side and excelled herself!. I admire her so much and wish her the very best going forward.
WOW . Amazing woman! She knew from 4 yrs old. If she was my nurse, I’d probably never guess the nightmares she lived through and overcame. What an inspiration.
This has me in tears. I think about my grandchildren and I can't even fathom them having to go through being treated like that. That anyone could come back from a life of this is a miracle.
I want to give this sweet woman the biggest hug. Shes out here saving lives and changing the world. I hope shes able to heal the most she can. Nobody deserves to go through what she went through, nobody.
I had a similar experience. Having my hands ironed palms up at age eight on an ironing board. Daily beatings some sexual molestation from her. Constantly put down . Told I was worthless, no good was stupid and would never amount to anything. No love. Bullied in grade school and high school at the same time the other stuff was going on. Random beatings whenever they wanted to. Desperate burning loneliness from age six to seventeen. Had a cowed personality that attracted abuse way into my thirties. Almost normal now with some problems in my late sixties. Went to get counciling in my late twenties from a Southern Baptist preacher telling him what happened. He told me "everybody suffers". Knew I like boys at age seven in the second grade. Still get bullying from females at work. Still not as bad as this woman.
Dear Lady. Your story touches the world. Being a nurse you serve the world .. May God keep you close as you are a beam of light!! You have a special place in heaven!
An amazing story of strength, resilience and healing. You can hear that there is still a lot of pain in her voice, may God bless her and the angels protect her and bring positive energy and love her way.
Absolutely atrocious criminal and disgusting what they did. I started out in a similar situation and went through the foster system and thank god was adopted at 5. When I was removed from the home I couldn’t walk or talk because I had been forced to stay in a baby bed in a dark room. Love light peace and joy to you dear one! We made it!
My dear friend we help get a young child out on a similar situation. Parents were wealthy and highly inflencial Child Protective Services admitted to me they wouldn't do anything because they were afraid of loosing their licience. Found the Viet Nam Pray Warriors. During their prayers I had a feeling to call the Ombudsman BINGO. I am disabled myself so I know it wasn't me.any of us that can't have children long to hold you in our arms. We watch out. We cry when you cry..❤️
I am SHOCKED that Melissa actually turned out sane and a productive member of society. Seriously. I've seen people that have not gone through have of that horror and spend their lives playing the victim card.
@avelainmarie2907 Those who experience life in similar ways that Melissa did, dont want to play the "victim card" its the only card in their hand. The mental and physical limitations that are the effect of their abuse aren't excuses. They are victims until the day they die. They don't have realistic choices. Be thankful you can't understand their prison .You have the mental freedom and capacity to be judgemental. That's a privilege. Melissa may seem to you as someone who escaped the circumstances of her life, but she would tell you that her 20 year nursing career isnt because she chose a different card in her hand. She was lucky to meet other people who were willing to share their cards, and teach her how to play cards.
Why use the term "victim card"? People don't learn to live with trauma in the same way or rate as others. The amount of story they have shared with you (that you have decided is not enough trauma) you don't know the amount of their story they didn't share with you.
I have a chronic illness and always have contended that nurses are really the brains of the medical care outfit. You’re living proof. To go through what you did and have the capacity to study medicine and care for others is astounding. I will never understand how two people like your parents find each other in this world. Did this parenting style come up at some point? It’s madness.
YOU DID IT!!!!!!!!!!! DESPITE everything DESPITE what they did to you, YOU did it.. all by yourself..your brain was the one passing all the tests. Your heart and soul are the ones that cared for patients (I have been hospitalized at least 22 times in my 26 years of life and I LOVE my nurses Every Single Time). YOU made it. And Karma will do the rest. ♥️🔥 I love you, and all other nurses, and survivors out there ♥️❤
This story made me cry. I’m so so sorry you had to go through such a horrendous childhood. I’m so sad no one helped you. I do believe that man who came to the pool was an angel. God bless you for sharing your story and give you the strength to live what’s left of your life to the fullest. 👏🏻❤️🙏🏻
My daughter is an addiction counselor in that area, I’d like to think she helped someone like you, I’m sure she has. I’m so glad you got out of that horrible situation.
@@Jaelismyhomegirl He would have if she had wholeheartedly sought him. Jesus is waiting for you too - to acknowledge & believe in him. He will not push you. He will not force you to believe or come to him. We all have free will. But please choose wisely. He quietly awaits for each of us to seek him, to ask and reach out to him. That’s the way it MUST be. A gentleman does not force. We need to BELIEVE with faith and he WILL make himself known. We must admit our sins and seek his saving grace. He’s the only one who can forgive our sin debt. For all have sinned and cannot enter the kingdom of heaven unless forgiven. I don’t have all the answers of why people suffer. We all do in this fallen evil world. But I do know it’s usually our own fault or generational issues/behaviors handed down. Our suffering may be allowed so we can help others from our lessons learned. There are answers. There are reasons. But some don’t discover them until they reach the afterlife. I do know we need Jesus. Have you ever heard of NDE’s? Many people have had them and they give me great comfort hearing their stories. Their stories give us insight to heaven and where we go when we die. Jesus is waiting for you to make the first move. ❤
I was in tears listening to this... you can see the incredibly scared and hurt inner child in her eyes.... This absolutely breaks my heart how people could be so cruel 😭
This is truly horrific. This poor lady. Scarred for life by evil adults. Such a strong and brave lady to find a way forward, I am full of admiration and respect for her resilience
Contemplating the existence of a higher power in the face of so much human suffering like Melissa’ endured. And also … wow.. how did she become a nurse?! Incredibly smart and focused overcoming unspeakable trauma. This video showed up in my feed about 6 weeks after the first time I listened and once again I’m blown away by Melissa’s gentle soul and strength 💚 “Nothing is so strong as gentleness and nothing is so gentle as real strength.” -Ralph Sockman quoting St Francis de Sales
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Her story is confusing. Who would put up a property bond for her? If her family had already disowned her because of her affiliation with a black man who would put up a bond that was worth enough to send a bounty hunters for prostitution. To another state with a flight back.
As soon as I'm successful I have a story.
Please cite references to the author
yes and it’s a doozy
wow what a horrible story, I was sexually abused, that nothing what you went thru, so sad, glad you made it. & stayed strong, the Almighty will avenge your horror.
when she said she would make animal noises to get some sort of attention or physical touch i broke down in tears. no child should ever endure any of the pain you experienced love. i am so so sorry for what you had to go through but i am so so proud of you for sharing your story! that shows extreme strength. you are no longer a VICTIM, you’re a VICTOR! stand tall beautiful, you won❤
I saved my grandson he's now in a loving foster care family. When they tried to find out what my son and his partner did to him....he curled up in a ball and barked like a dog. Good news he's still with his new family and doesn't ever want to go back to his father. He doesn't curl up and bark like a dog anymore
God save the children.
Couldn’t agree more, she’s incredible! The part about her making animal noises for affection, also completely broke my heart. I don’t know how she survived this, let alone became a nurse & all round wonderful human being. She’s amazing!
@@IhaveMy0pinionGood for you! More people need to stand up & speak when they suspect abuse. I’m so very happy your grandson now has a good forever home. Kudos to you for protecting him! 💕
@@IhaveMy0pinionHopefully your son and his partner are facing legal charges? I am a foster parent. It breaks my heart knowing what some of these children go through.
Not a hot enough place in HELL for anyone who abuses Children and Animals! Defenseless Trusting and Loving naturally. I’m so very glad this woman found her strength to share her story.
Don't worry, there is a hot enough place in hell.
@@Picksleand that’s where her “mother” is
Bible says that's where they go if they never repent and trust Jesus Christ. But we still need to report when we know about it so they can go to prison. No justice, no peace.
ABSOLUTELY not hot enough!!!
And there are loving people who cannot conceive. Why,God, why?
This woman has a certain type of power. The power to be beat down and rise above it all. I have so much love and respect for her.
Being forced to go through labor in handcuffs is like another assault. She was treated terribly her whole life, I hope she has found peace.
We offer her troubled soul to God.
I missed that part she had the baby while hand cuffed ? Wtf . Poor woman
@@Melfukoff at 15:58 😢 how horrible
@@itgetsworse601Thanks for that I just watched it & yes indeed poor woman..
@@abou8963so, God doesn't do anything until someone is "offered"? Where was God when she was enduring this abuse? Ignoring her until it was brought to his attention? I swear, you people don't think before speaking.
This is why being nice to strangers, bc u just never know what they're going through or have been through in their life.
Absolutely!
I agree with you,.. a kind interaction is life changing….but unfortunately people are stupid.. Idk why but sometimes I watch those bodycam video and I read the 🤢 sickening comments. Horrible ignorant shit from people with no empathy literally. They can’t possibly see that person before or after the incident they are watching… they’re like a mob mentality, all name calling and chanting for someone to be “thrown in jail forever” or “take their kids away forever” …. And all I can think is how ridiculously stupid they are. …never considering HOW that person got to be in their current state , or if they will get help and be forever changed.
I’m grateful that my five kids (adults) have always been so kind to people who are homeless , drug users, or whatever….people deserve basic respect .
You are so, so right.
That's something I learned in my 30s. That person acting like an ass in traffic may be acting like an ass but you never know what they could be going through. Could have a kid slowly dying in the hospital and they just left the hospital to go work or something.
Yes!! 💯! Every time i want to react to someone being rude, i step back and imagine they must be going through something worse than me. We never know!
You can hear the pain in her voice… absolutely one of the strongest woman I’ve seen. I’m so happy for you that you made it alive and you accomplished being what you wanted to be.
I hope this woman is blessed with many, many more years of living her dream. She definitely is a miracle.
As a former victim of childhood sexual abuse by my step father, various molestations from a stepbrother, neighbor boys & then attempts by my Father in Law I used to think I had a sign on my back that said “Abuse Me”! I’ve since realized those experiences molded me into the person I am today. I have since retired from a corporate career, was a Sexual Assault Counselor and volunteered in the battered women’s shelter watching children while Moms had some fun time. I did not allow those men to break me!
What an amazing lady you are! You didn’t let those low lives break your extraordinary spirit. I admire you so much & sincerely hope you’ve reached a place where you’re unconditionally loved & appreciated for who you are. My best to you. Hugs. 💕
Reality is there is more men like them then not
@@erismana2105
True. Good men are almost as rare as unicorns.
me too re feeling like I must have some invisible sign on my back which guys pick up on saying "sexually assault or rape me". I really do not know how any female gets through her life without that happening to her as I had so many different unrelated in any way guys do it to me in all kinds of situations eg I was on a packed lift of a department store holding onto my mother's hand and a guy standing behind me started molesting me unknown to my mum (and I was too embarrassed to yell out). I don't even live in a bad area.
I’ve often thought the same thing I must have a certain kind of smell, or some kind of universal sign that says come to abuse me. Or I thought I had a sign that says kick me on it my abuser my stepbrother my rapist at 3 1/2 years old. Once told me I had a galactic kick me sign.
Some people really shouldn't be parents. This is just heart breaking. You're an amazing survivor.
Yea but she’s here now and became a nurse!
"really shouldnt be parents"????? Some people should be sterilized!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@@oooh19 : just really think about it how many children do not survive those tortures and abuse every day on this planet - not every child does really survive those things without having big trauma and mental illness for the rest of their lifes - not everybody is able to become anything at all - but - stay broken for the rest of their lifes. What happened to and with Melissa is a real and big exception - most miracle happens not just like that - without lots of mental strenght and lots of work on yourself.
@@oooh19so what did you mean ???
Normal american behavior
Melissa, you are a true Phoenix, and you did rise from the ashes! You are a miracle and a blessing to many. You have been through so much, but you are brave, and you made it out.
The pain in her voice is heartbreaking. Still needs inner healing!
Yes. I was thinking this the entire time. She is still suffering so much.
We never heal
Trauma counselling needed.
Nope when she talks about her abuse it's triggers the bad memories
Omg. I have been through healing in 30 years, and I still cry. It's actually a good sign, that she is in touch with her emotions, and is not shut down. I don't think it stops. But for people who haven't experienced deep trauma, I can see how they would think it's "something to get over".. it doesn't really work like that..and yet parts of it will transform over time
Her story is soul crushing, she has to be protected and loved at all cost.
💯 she is a walking talking miracle
I hate to hear stories about children being abused.
Yeah makes me appreciate my life a bit more . My heart breaks for what she endured as a child poor darling girl
That woman who told you “you’re going to be a nurse”, was the second guardian angel in your life. You may have had others but didn’t recognize them at the time. I’m so glad you were able to realize and appreciate your value as a person worthy of living the life you deserve. Just look what you’ve overcome.
I thought so too.
Yes. God bless.
I was thinking the same thing. I just wanted to reach into the video and hug her
I was shaking with rage over this story. Those parents did NOT deserve her.
Ohhhh you are really speaking strong language!!! Ohhhh I can really see your rage!!! Those parents should be in prison for life!! NOT "did not deserve her". Grow some balls!
Wtf😂 @@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits
No wonder the mom met the demise she met. Karma 🎶 🎵
But not everyone deserves to be parents. It's a blessing. Not a curse.
You are the strongest woman I have ever seen! You made me cry tears of sadness & happiness that you made it through such a horrible upbringing. You deserve an amazing life & you are an inspiration for all the women who have suffered abuse. And you recovered from drugs - absolutely incredibly - Congratulations you sweet, smart, tough, beautiful woman….❤❤❤
@@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-BitsIf your looking for attention...go play with the traffic or just shut up.
What a strong woman to be able to re-live & talk about this is absolutely incredible & brave. I have SO much respect for you.
You’re a very strong women, thank you for sharing your story. I know that had to have been tough. I’m sure it will help other people who went through the same thing. God bless you.
It's unfortunate that child abuse victims have to rely so much on their inner strength to get by. We care more about stray dogs as a society then abused children.
@@kellylestig4941 Some what the same, but not boxed in. I could not speak or have an opinion in the household, if I did my mom would mock me and laugh and tell me to be quiet. ON my wedding day, she said, "Do you know how fat you look in the dress"? Then I had to fix her hair and make-up. I just kept....cool. Who wants a big family event, then? Then she wanted to tell the photographer how to place people etc. He told her off.
@@littleme3597 I’m so sorry you had to go through that and so glad you’re one of the few that survived your abuse and you’re still with us
To all the sweet babies and children inside of the fierce survivors in this thread and all over the world, I give all my love and admiration. To those here, you have grown into strong, amazing people with huge hearts and I'm so proud of you.❤
I'm sorry your parents abused you! I'm so glad you turned your life around and are doing what you dreamed of since you were four years old... GOD bless your courage and strength! ♥️
Why would people want to hurt there children? What a strong woman.
Mental illness plays a big roll . Sociopaths, psychopath, FASD narcissist and other .
Psych studies show that often, its learnt behaviour. Sometimes, (not always), children who grow up in abuse get desensitized & see it as a norm they model & repeat. Or , they repeat it to try & take back their lost power & avoid their victimhood.
Accurate
Why do garbage, severely damaged people like her parents and mine even have children? Rhetorical question.
@@sarahholland2600 I think I could put my mother in this category.
As a parent, I am struggling to understand how her parents could do this to her, she was a child. An innocent, pure angel who just wanted love and affection. I will never understand how people can be so evil. I'm glad she survived and is now able to tell her story.
Same. I was crying watching this and thinking about my children. All I do is love and protect them. I can’t imagine the level of evil it takes to abuse any child, let alone your own children like this. It’s so sickening. 😢
Seriously. Like, even if you dislike or don't want your kids - give them to someone who will treat them kindly. It takes more effort to abuse them than find them a new home. Sick people.
I believe that the father was trying to imply that they knew they'd be ignoring her, and out of the cage she could hurt herself. Obviously they should have watched her, and kept her safe by their presence, instead of putting her in a cage.
They were both demon possessed! Heavily! Otherwise you can't do such things!
Sadly, there are too many unwanted children who end up being neglected and abused by their parents for existing. The parents usually don’t care enough to even find the child a better home.
She's so brave. She said she didn't fight but she's a fighter.
I agree, sometimes keeping your mind and knowing it is not you it is them is the biggest fight of all.
This woman is a living miracle
T R U T H
It’s always a miracle to me when these survivors manage to become such productive and capable people ❤
you either rise despite of it or allow it to destroy you…that choice often depends on your brain chemistry, wiring, hope, loving people who finally create stability and determination. We all have an innate drive to survive. She did it! Rather than become a victim of it even though she probably relives the scenes of her childhood every night but you just have to forgive, for your sake so you can move on and be at peace with a soft heart and focus 100%?on the present moment and the future.
It’s truly a miracle from GOD!!! Only JESUS keeps us going, believer or not because HE understands how the enemy tried to destroy our lives from the beginning. 🙏😔JESUS is so real. HE is always with us. 🙏 These stories make me believe in HIM even more.
@@ark198989what did Jesus do for her? Where was he when she was locked in a cage? What did his followers do for her, except shame her for getting pregnant?
@@ark198989omg you folks are so annoying
@@Jaelismyhomegirlexactly
I'm glad you kept your dream of being a nurse against all odds! So sorry you had such a terribly difficult and heartbreaking start in life. God bless you 🙏❤️😊.
this video is devastating you can literally SEE the little girl in her eyes. If I feel this much pain and sorrow just from hearing her story, I cannot ever imagine being her parent, and putting her through what she has gone through. seriously one of the strongest women I have ever heard from this video is devastating
Yes it grabs your heart alright. Her strength is super human. Incredibly amazing woman
But at some point she has to learn to take accountability for her actions too! She had a second chance with her aunt and uncle but threw it away to go get pregnant by a blk man whos a dead beat too. She did this to herself. Her childhood isn't her fault but after she make deliberate bad choices 14+ is her fault. She had a good chance innher aunts and uncle's home!! All she had to do was go to school, study hard. But noooo
@@FS02012 I really don’t think you can say that. Actually it sounds really cold. What kind of decisions would you have made after a childhood of abuse? And besides I think there were reasons she left aunts house. Doesn’t sound like she any kind people in her life at all. This absolutely cannot be blamed on her. That kind of abuse destroys you at the core. It’s amazing she has recovered as well as she has.
That part!
@@FS02012You're not in any position to tell anyone that, especially her. Countless people are given chance after chance even if they make mistakes for their choices, people with substance abuse, people who went to jail even get chances. The fact she became a nurse shows she clearly has taken some accountability. For what though? It wasn't her who did all that damage. She had no real adults to show her the way of life. People like you are why people can't change.
I know and met Melissa through Facebook and I can tell you she is an amazing person. It's unbelievable what she endured and STILL made something wonderful of her life including being a loving and caring person.
That’s the mark of an evolved soul …. very often abused children become abusers themselves in order to “offload” their pain on others.
I'm so thankful
@@snowyowl6892 That's what makes me reluctant for someone with that level of wounding to have a profession as intimate as nursing. Nursing is stressful enough, and the potential for triggers is high. She seems like a truly incredible survivor however and I wish her continued healing.
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@@snowyowl6892Most of the time they don't. Statically they are more likely to be like them but statistically most of them don't become abusers. Many decide to not identify with their abusers and try to avoid doing such things to those they have chosen to love.
Humans can be so cruel and horrible - you are a beautiful soul
My mother grew up very similar after her mother passed away when my mom was 7.
I'm an adult with kids of my own, and my poor mother still has secrets she is protecting us from knowing. 🥺
@marilynwillett804 She most definitely does.
@@crystallotzer5400would love to hear her story on how she found Jesus, amongst all of those hardships and pain.. if u don’t mind sharing of course
@@crystallotzer5400bless her, glad to hear that she found love in the world with her children AND our Lord and savior 🙏🏻
Who cares if the babies father is black
❤ for all the abused children in the world
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Reshmey, coincidentally I just watched both of the videos that you commented on. Obviously I can't fact check people's life stories, but that's not what I'm trying to do anyway. Whatever you've been through in life, I hope your path only continues to improve. Wishing you all the very best!
I have so much respect for this woman. 🙏 she went through all of that and managed to overcome it all and remain SANE. 🙌. I hope the rest of her life is filled with great moments. ❤
It's so wrong and you aren't seeing all the trauma ... And it's ok too if people come out of this with mental problems... So effing sick of this incredibly abusive society that says it's ok if you get abused so long as youre quiet about it and able to adjust to this sick unhealthy society which does nothing absolutely nothing for the abused, but protects abuse by demanding that people should acclimate to it. You are sick! Especially for judging people who experience abuse and haven't fully healed... It's ok and perfectly healthy for people to express their trauma and to be imperfect... So sick of judgemental amerikkkans!!
@alllifematters 1st of all I was depressed for 10+ years because of the trauma I went through growing up and i had a lot of fucked up shit happen to me but nothing compared to this woman. I commend her Because if it was me being honest, I would not have made it because my trauma honestly is not even comparable to hers. I cried because she has sooooo much strength in her. U, my friend, is being judgmental. No 1's pain is greater than another, but for me, I commened her for continuing to exist when most would have been dead.
So inspired by this ladies resilience. Our God most definately sent angels to watch 24:54 over you. Thank you so much for sharing your story! So any are and will continue to be inspired by it. Merry Christmas strong one.
I'm not sure you intended your comment to be hurtful but it does come across that way. It implies that people with mental illness are less than and/or at fault for their illness.
How on this earth can parents treat their children this way is beyond me , god bless this beautiful lady ❤❤❤❤
You know, people who go through difficult times make very good counselors/psychologists/psychiatrists, they are able to speak from the heart and know what’s needed when they see others struggling. I’m glad you were able to persevere, I’m so proud of you!
Noooooooo, not true in many cases dear!!!!!!!!!!!!! Most people who have gone through "difficult times"...as YOU put it too delicately, have alot of hidden rage, unfinished business, and abusive tendancies!!! They can do major damage if they try to be any type of counselors - even for laughs. Grow up
We can walk on the moon but can't provide for a pregnant woman. The World has lost its collective mind.
@@instanteggnoodl Why should we provide for a pregnant woman? Why wasnt she on birth control. She is NOT my responsiblity. I was smart young woman who took care of myself and did not force society to take out my garbage of bills and needs.
@@instanteggnoodl "The world lost its collective mind" and "we can walk on the moon" check out : a funny thing happened on the way to the moon. And where did that moonrover came from? and who took the photos of neil armstrong stepping down the ladder? So the photographer was the first man on the moon? And who filmed the apollo lift from the moon? So they left the photographer on the moon? Poor soul. And how can combustion engine function in a vacuum? Think again.
@@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bitsdon't you realize that overcoming that rage and refusing to become like your abusers is you growing up? Those things that this woman had to endure were not deserved so what else is it other than trials to make you stronger? The thing is most psychiatrists grow up very stable and therefore have no idea what I would be talking about expressing my trials and hurt and abuse. You see the texts books they read didn't quite create a sense of knowing. Btw... Why add the "grow up" but in any case? People have a right to their opinions. Why take a personal jab at a positive, beautiful comment and a better point of view than where you're sitting? Please heal with us. We are all here because we are hurting and looking for love. Join us in seeing a purpose and reason for all the suffering to turn it around and stick it to the light and love and forgiveness.
My heart is so BROKEN for this young lady 💔💯
Oh woman! You have no idea how many lives you saved by sharing this, your truth. You are more than a survivor you are a living beacon of hope. I am so sorry you were treated so badly by your parents. I felt it listening to you, the need for love, kindness, gentleness the need to be a child and have fun! Thank you for sharing this. Thank you for becoming such a wonderful and amazing nurse!! God bless and keep you
Nurse to nurse, I just want to thank you for being brave enough to share your story. Maybe some other child, who is dealing with the same kinds of abuse, will hear this and find the strength to speak up and find a way out of that situation. We have to tell kids how valuable they are, and remind ourselves how valuable we are as well...🥰
Same here, I’m a nurse as well. While I didn’t go through anything as she did I have tried to find those that grew up feeling unloved and love on them
I am 52, a nurse, and I still have nightmares. In my dreams I relive my childhood.
Seek God. Allow him to save you forever.
@@abou8963 prayer works. My best friend committed suicide and I wasn't able to function for 2 weeks. One day at a church event I prayed and begged for my pain to be taken away. I was confused when I ended the prayer and felt so much lighter. For the first time in 2 weeks my eyes weren't full of tears and I was able to smile and talk about her without relapsing. The weight had been lifted off of my shoulders. Always pray for help. God is merciful and loving ❤
Oh honey, you are so strong and you have survived so much.
I am so proud of her testimony of how she overcame an abusive childhood and adulthood and became a professional nurse when all odds were against her. She stated that she told her mom when she was four that she wanted to be a nurse. Her dream of becoming a nurse came through by her making ip in her mind that she did not want to live a life of trauma and tragedy. God Bless her for her courage to persevere when all odds where against her.❤
❤ thank you
She really is a miracle. I'm so happy she's doing what she was intended to do and in a position to show kindness to people at their most vulnerable points.
The fact that she is so eloquently and honestly baring it all is inspiring, it really shows how strong she is. I love her.
I worked with her. She really is such an amazing woman 💛 I hate that this happened, but I'm so glad to see her healed from this and become an advocate for the troubled teen industry. Takes a lot of courage to relive your trauma and use it to help others. ❤
You, ma’am, are on of the STRONGEST women and your story is powerful. I am so proud of who you have become. Thank you for not giving up and helping others.
She IS a miracle! Beautiful transition out of a tragic beginning.
I am so sorry you had to endure all of that. The fact that you still became a nurse despite all of that is absolutely incredible. Your story is very inspiring. I hope the rest of your years are full of happiness
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My heart breaks hearing what you went through! I'm so sorry! 🫂💔😢
Amen 🙏🏽 ❤
Amen.
Melissa, you are one of life's true survivors. You're not only alive, but you've managed to rebuild your trust in people, to love people, to feel good about yourself, and you met your dream of becoming a nurse. I do believe, without any doubt, that the man at the pool that day was indeed sent from Above. And now you are becoming that angel for other women who are trapped in the same dark world you started life in. I'm a parent of two daughters and I can't even begin to try to understand what prompted your parents to treat you the way they did. I can only hope that you are always looking forward now, never looking back at what you left behind. Thank you for having the courage to tell your story.
Melissa, I am so very sorry for the way you have been treated.Your mother was not a mother, she was an abuser. I wish you the best.
Actually my mother herself was abused by my father, it was the late 60's early 70's when women still didn't have a voice.
All I know is that you're absolutely gorgeous Ma'am. Your brave, you're capable, you're special and I'm so glad you're free
Her parents were horrible people, I was so shocked to hear this story. No-one should ever be treated this way. I hope she finds love and happiness; she needs some love and friends and a good community. At least she got some help with a therapist and became a nurse like she wanted to.
I just can't imagine. You are a survivor!
Hard to believe that such parents really exist. God bless you dear lady.
You're the physical manifestation of a real survivor. A warrior of life. I'm proud of you for not giving up, too many women give up having been abused and unloved as long as you were. Stay the strongest person you know!
Her parents are so fortunate she survived the horrific abuse and neglect. I wish we lived in a society that saved children from the hands of monsters like her parents. My parents were very much the same.
Why would they be fortunate? Fuck them.
Sadistic abuse. Makes me wonder if her parents were abused as well as it’s typically handed down through the generations. A viscous cycle. Very, very sad story. Thank you for sharing your story.
Correct. Mental, Emotional, Physical and Sexual abuse is handed down through the generations--a cycle. The good news is contrary to the psychiatric profession healing is possible with Transformation Hypnosis to access the unconscious and subconscious level.
Don’t make excuses for them!
Probably because of how it was back then. Children were seen not heard and al authorities always believed the adults with no question. There was no safe haven 😢😢😢
Generational Satanic ritual abuse
The fact that her aunts and uncles did not think this normal proves otherwise.
The fact that she can cry now shows how much work she has done
Proof that your past doesn't stop you from doing what you want to do.
For some* it's also tremendously hard for others. Everyone is different and every situation is different.
Not necessarily true or guaranteed if you also developed debilitating health issues. And have a difficult past, present and probably future.
My goodness I’ve never heard anyone go through so much pain and suffering and only be 22. Melissa, you are an absolutely AMAZING woman and human, I salute you, your courage, determination and positivity to come through such terrible things. You give others courage sharing your story and prove that there is life after abuse and pain. It makes my life seem like a breeze, and I’ve been through a fair bit. It’s women like you who give me courage to keep going and inspire me and thousands of others to be courageous and strong and able to move on after trauma. You should receive an award in recognition of these things. Keep inspiring others, and a huge well done on believing in yourself and for what you’ve achieved, you’re truly incredible. Sending much love to you Melissa 🥰 xx
🥰 thank you
You had me in tears a few times. You remind me of my mum and the lack of love she had in her life. My daughter will be loved, cared for and valued as a child deserves. I'm sorry you've had it so tough. Your parents didnt deserve their place here.
My heart aches for Melissa. The pain she went through is still so palpable for her. Continued healing!!!
So sorry for what she went through but so proud she achieved her dream of being a nurse. Her desire to help others is a testiment to her character,
You are such a strong woman lm surprised your still sane bless your heart ❤
You kick sooo much ass! Im a struggling opioid addict who was prescribed narcs at age 11 on a steady stream till 22 . So , Im 43 now and I've gotten into and graduated from an ivy league med schood and finished 2 .5 years of my surgical residency so far,in philly. I am clean now and your story is a lot of nurses' stories and i think its jmportant to hear that its a thing thats achieveable. A lot of people dont see a life outside whatever temporary hell they're in which leads to so many of them inevitability lengthening and that pain. Thanks for your honesty and sharing your story. You thrived ❤
All the props to you for surviving this and turning it around to help other people. You’re a super hero!
Yes, what a brave woman.
What an absolute winner. The very definition of resolute strength and resilience. She is a true survivor, and her trials made her so very strong. Respect and admiration.
I have so much compassion and respect for you.
As a child who was also abused, my inner child is healing and I wish for yours to heal too. You didn't deserve any of it and even if they never apologized, know that they KNOW they were wrong, and will have to deal with the "bill" when on the other side. Light and love to you❤
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I have ptsd from a childhood of physical, mental, emotional, sexual abuse. I do not ever go back in my head to all the things I remember. I have found, that for me personally, I’ve put it all in the furthest corners of my mind, locked up virtually, as past bad experiences + moved forward. Unfortunately I went into having children of my own with zero parenting skills. I didn’t have the patience I should have had + if I could have a “ ground hog day” I would change a lot of my behaviors. My kids are adults + they understand. ( I never interfered with them getting to know my parents- they figured out on their own just what kind of childhood I had!) I raised my granddaughter for a while when my ex son in law bolted, leaving my daughter + baby. She went to school, + worked,+ has a doctorate in medicine + is an ama ing mother+ medical provider. I became the parent I should have been, with my granddaughter. It is so difficult to be a good wife,+ mother when you’re very young( fresh out of high school) when you absolutely no idea what” normal” is. Child abuse is so rampant. I lived in a beautiful home, my parents had money. They both drove brand new cars. I was always dressed beautifully. But underneath that facade lived a very sad child- me. My heart goes out to every person that never knew what love from a parent was 🤗
God loves you. Do not doubt. Do not let the devil hurt you any more.
I am glad you were finally able to fulfill your life's dream of becoming a Nurse and an award winning one at that!
SO PROUD OF YOU... GOD BLESS
From a complete stranger I wrap my arms around that child in you & gently whisper 'you deserve love don't stay in that stuck place, live now celebrate your freedom' I'm so sorry that you had that. I know how hard it is to break free of the past just do it one day at a time. So brave of you to tell you story here just know you are helping others dig themselves out of their past hurts. Deepest hugs from a grandmother in Australia XXX
giving birth in handcuffs was unnecessary and cruel. Children are turned out on the street to be raped for profit You are strong survivor. Proud of you ❤
You are a rock star. Your story should be in every school, public forums, everywhere. You got the power to change so many lives. I’m so glad you survived and you conquered. You will always be in my heart and prayers.
❤thank you 😊
Yes
Your strength is incredible. When you said your abuse started in the womb and that you were caged as a toddler I just cried. I was a preschool teacher in a public school for 22 years and the thought of the 2 year old you being isolated and ignored made me sick. To know what you have been through and then hear you are a nurse and helping other woman in the situation you were in is an amazing testament to bravery. I wish you nothing but love, kindness, happiness, and peace for the rest of your life.
❤thank you 🙏
What a strong brave woman you are
Your childhood and early adulthood was devastating. My goodness you lived without love until around 36. You’re amazing and against all odds in your life you became a beautiful nurse. You would have great compassion and you’ve chosen just the right profession for you to help heal people. Thank you for sharing your story.
I had such a loving upbringing by my parents, I can't even imagine how parents could do this to a child. It breaks my heart 😭
This woman deserves every warm loving hug.
She's a true survivor and inspiration.
God Bless you ,thanks for sharing,and yes I am praying that your story reaches many ,many women in this world🌎 Praying 🙏
Que historia tan dura, poderosa y hermosa a la vez. Un ejemplo de fortaleza y resiliencia!
She’s a hero in every way. She has unimaginable strength.
What you said resonated in me. I too had a terrible childhood. I did not get away from them until I was twenty five. They obliterated my future to ensure that I couldn't get away from them but they miss stepped and I got out by rapid marriage. Thirty years later my sons and I and our beasties are free from my ex who is also abusive.
I am 59. I still have pieces of myself, my life that have not been recovered. I am damaged.
Your candity helped me immensely. I am not alone.
You are not damaged. That is the story they made up. You are whole, beautiful,and loving. You were just in their path. I salute you youxx♥️
Thank you. I will try to remember what you said as truth rather than what I was told.
"I like to refer to myself as a miracle,"
Indeed, Melissa.
Indeed 💯
🙏 💓
No longer the victim but the VICTOR!! So sorry that you went through all that😢 You have become an inspiration for others. God bless you with a fabulous life from here on out 🥰💙
Agreed
The channel makes me appreciate how protective my parents were in my formative years.
My goodness girl you are SO STRONG and such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your story, it will touch people from all walks of like (anonymous peers of trauma, children, parents, health care workers, etc.). Thank you so much for sharing all of this, I can't imagine how painful it was for you. SO PROUD OF YOUR LIFE!
the pain in her voice 🥹🤍 proud of her fr 🙏
Your suffering helps you be a fantastic nurse. I’m sorry you had to endure such horrible experiences. As a nurse myself I know that my own trauma helps me have empathy and compassion. Bless you for sharing your experiences ❤
Your so right I'm also a nurse I had an severly abusive childhood SA beatings isolation medical/educational neglect I was not fed my sister was I was a parentified child I was taken out of school in 4th grade to care for home/ siblings my parents belonged to a religious cult which co-signed on their treatment of me I started working full-time @age 15yr old paying rent I finally ran away @age 16 I married an abusive man at age 17 I got an GED with a 4th grade education because I inhaled books I got into nursing school my first full time job was juvie psych I understood these kids I got not being fed or being beat with an extention cord other nurses resented me because I could these residents to talk they would tell me details of their lives my childhood was HELL but it gave me great empathy for my patients I understand the shame of not having school clothes etc. It has also helped me help ppl outside of my job it has given me a great deal of compassion for other humans I've had therapy im on rx for depression im a survior im healing the best REVEGE I can get is to 1 survival 2.to thrive which is wht I try to do daily
I was a nurse. I love making people feel better.
I’m currently developing something to help dementia patients and their families.
Wow, what a lady! it was heart-wrenching to hear about her childhood her parents were so cruel how could they?!, what a life this lady has had she came out the other side and excelled herself!. I admire her so much and wish her the very best going forward.
WOW . Amazing woman! She knew from 4 yrs old. If she was my nurse, I’d probably never guess the nightmares she lived through and overcame. What an inspiration.
This has me in tears. I think about my grandchildren and I can't even fathom them having to go through being treated like that. That anyone could come back from a life of this is a miracle.
I want to give this sweet woman the biggest hug. Shes out here saving lives and changing the world. I hope shes able to heal the most she can. Nobody deserves to go through what she went through, nobody.
I had a similar experience. Having my hands ironed palms up at age eight on an ironing board. Daily beatings some sexual molestation from her. Constantly put down . Told I was worthless, no good was stupid and would never amount to anything. No love. Bullied in grade school and high school at the same time the other stuff was going on. Random beatings whenever they wanted to. Desperate burning loneliness from age six to seventeen. Had a cowed personality that attracted abuse way into my thirties. Almost normal now with some problems in my late sixties. Went to get counciling in my late twenties from a Southern Baptist preacher telling him what happened. He told me "everybody suffers". Knew I like boys at age seven in the second grade. Still get bullying from females at work. Still not as bad as this woman.
Oh wow. So sad for your suffering too. It is hard to stand up for yourself when you are being bullied, victimized and abuse.
😢 I'm so sorry for your experience.
i hope you find peace ♥️
SO SORRY
I WILL PRAY FOR YOU 😢🙏
The very best of people turn their personal tragedy into compassion. This woman is extraordinary. 💔
Dear Lady. Your story touches the world. Being a nurse you serve the world .. May God keep you close as you are a beam of light!! You have a special place in heaven!
Yes
Agreed
An amazing story of strength, resilience and healing. You can hear that there is still a lot of pain in her voice, may God bless her and the angels protect her and bring positive energy and love her way.
Absolutely atrocious criminal and disgusting what they did. I started out in a similar situation and went through the foster system and thank god was adopted at 5. When I was removed from the home I couldn’t walk or talk because I had been forced to stay in a baby bed in a dark room. Love light peace and joy to you dear one! We made it!
My dear friend we help get a young child out on a similar situation. Parents were wealthy and highly inflencial
Child Protective Services admitted to me they wouldn't do anything because they were afraid of loosing their licience.
Found the Viet Nam Pray Warriors. During their prayers I had a feeling to call the Ombudsman
BINGO. I am disabled myself so I know it wasn't me.any of us that can't have children long to hold you in our arms. We watch out. We cry when you cry..❤️
I also was a mute as a child because of what I went through, we can never be 100% normal but we can try and live through life
You did make it!! You are a miracle!! Thank you for sharing!! Can’t find the words to express how sorry I am for all you have been through. ❤🙏
I am SHOCKED that Melissa actually turned out sane and a productive member of society. Seriously. I've seen people that have not gone through have of that horror and spend their lives playing the victim card.
@avelainmarie2907 Those who experience life in similar ways that Melissa did, dont want to play the "victim card" its the only card in their hand. The mental and physical limitations that are the effect of their abuse aren't excuses. They are victims until the day they die. They don't have realistic choices. Be thankful you can't understand their prison .You have the mental freedom and capacity to be judgemental. That's a privilege. Melissa may seem to you as someone who escaped the circumstances of her life, but she would tell you that her 20 year nursing career isnt because she chose a different card in her hand. She was lucky to meet other people who were willing to share their cards, and teach her how to play cards.
There is no such thing as a victim card unless the person is just lying. Everyone heals differently.
@@ogis49thank you. ❤
Why use the term "victim card"? People don't learn to live with trauma in the same way or rate as others. The amount of story they have shared with you (that you have decided is not enough trauma) you don't know the amount of their story they didn't share with you.
Someone has never experienced any trauma 😭
I have a chronic illness and always have contended that nurses are really the brains of the medical care outfit. You’re living proof. To go through what you did and have the capacity to study medicine and care for others is astounding. I will never understand how two people like your parents find each other in this world. Did this parenting style come up at some point? It’s madness.
YOU DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!
DESPITE everything
DESPITE what they did to you,
YOU did it.. all by yourself..your brain was the one passing all the tests. Your heart and soul are the ones that cared for patients (I have been hospitalized at least 22 times in my 26 years of life and I LOVE my nurses Every Single Time).
YOU made it.
And Karma will do the rest. ♥️🔥
I love you, and all other nurses, and survivors out there ♥️❤
You can forget all that pain. God loves you. Move south.
My heart goes out to this woman. She has been incredibly strong and wis her continued healing.
This story made me cry. I’m so so sorry you had to go through such a horrendous childhood. I’m so sad no one helped you. I do believe that man who came to the pool was an angel. God bless you for sharing your story and give you the strength to live what’s left of your life to the fullest. 👏🏻❤️🙏🏻
❤ thank you
Surviving is a form of fighting, you are a worrier and an amazing strong woman.
My daughter is an addiction counselor in that area, I’d like to think she helped someone like you, I’m sure she has. I’m so glad you got out of that horrible situation.
Addiction councillors are so important and hugely needed in this day and age! Thank you to your daughter for everyone she’s helped ❤
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Let God take revenge.
Jesus will take you in HIS Arms.
@@th...........7793too bad he didn’t do anything when she was being locked in a cage by her parents, or sold on the street.
@@Jaelismyhomegirl He would have if she had wholeheartedly sought him. Jesus is waiting for you too - to acknowledge & believe in him. He will not push you. He will not force you to believe or come to him. We all have free will. But please choose wisely. He quietly awaits for each of us to seek him, to ask and reach out to him. That’s the way it MUST be. A gentleman does not force. We need to BELIEVE with faith and he WILL make himself known. We must admit our sins and seek his saving grace. He’s the only one who can forgive our sin debt. For all have sinned and cannot enter the kingdom of heaven unless forgiven.
I don’t have all the answers of why people suffer. We all do in this fallen evil world. But I do know it’s usually our own fault or generational issues/behaviors handed down. Our suffering may be allowed so we can help others from our lessons learned. There are answers. There are reasons. But some don’t discover them until they reach the afterlife. I do know we need Jesus. Have you ever heard of NDE’s? Many people have had them and they give me great comfort hearing their stories. Their stories give us insight to heaven and where we go when we die. Jesus is waiting for you to make the first move. ❤
This woman’s pain is so heavy and strong I can feel it in the room with me. My heart hurts for her
Oooh - take care of that empath heart my dear.
I was in tears listening to this... you can see the incredibly scared and hurt inner child in her eyes.... This absolutely breaks my heart how people could be so cruel 😭
So glad you turned your life around and became a nurse, such a strong woman. No one should ever have to endure this
This is truly horrific. This poor lady. Scarred for life by evil adults. Such a strong and brave lady to find a way forward, I am full of admiration and respect for her resilience
Contemplating the existence of a higher power in the face of so much human suffering like Melissa’ endured. And also … wow.. how did she become a nurse?! Incredibly smart and focused overcoming unspeakable trauma. This video showed up in my feed about 6 weeks after the first time I listened and once again I’m blown away by Melissa’s gentle soul and strength 💚 “Nothing is so strong as gentleness and nothing is so gentle as real strength.” -Ralph Sockman quoting St Francis de Sales
You are such an amazing person. All I can say is "Wow! How can anyone go through all that and still mentally and emotionally survive?"