Most of my life has been spent fighting a daily battle against a faceless foe. Depression has robbed me of a full life in so many ways, but it has also deepened my perspective of life and others. I am here to share my life – raw and unedited. I am here to sit with you in the darkest of moments, so you know you are not alone…and so you know there is hope. I am here.

My name is Laura. My life accomplishments and current occupation are of little significance in light of this statement: I am a Christian and I live with chronic Post-Traumatic Stress. I struggle with fear, anxiety, and depression nearly every day. I have faced soul-shattering trauma in the military and I have survived, but I did not come through unscathed. The scars I wear are evidence of a life lived and difficulties weathered. While I am not happy about everything that has injured me, I would have it no other way. May my life and healing journey serve as proof that life after trauma is possible.

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