I’m from California. I grew up in a household affected by domestic violence. Over the years, I struggled with self-image, addiction, and abusive relationships. I’ve experienced deep loss, including losing my mother, and endured extreme emotional, physical, and mental pain. There was a time when I hit a mental health breaking point—fueled by drugs and self-defeating behaviors. But I chose to fight for my life. Through in-house treatment, intense counseling, NA & AA, and reconn