Epilogue: As the final page of this journey turns, a new chapter unfolds. A chapter of hope, of healing, and of freedom. For those who have walked through the darkness of domestic violence, the light of liberation shines bright.

You have faced the unimaginable, and yet, you have emerged stronger, wiser, and more resilient. The scars of the past may still linger, but they no longer define you. You have taken back control, reclaiming your power, your voice, and your life.

As you step into this new chapter, remember that you are not alone. You are part of a community of survivors, a tribe of warriors who have fought against the odds and emerged victorious. You are part of a movement that says, "No more." No more to the silence, no more to the shame, and no more to the violence.

You have broken free from the shackles of domestic violence, and in doing so, you have discovered a strength within yourself that you never knew existed. You have learned to love yourself, to care for yourself, and to prioritize your own needs. You have learned to set boundaries, to say no, and to walk away.

As you move forward, remember to be kind to yourself. Healing is a journey, not a destination. It takes time, patience, and compassion. Allow yourself to feel, to process, and to release. Allow yourself to heal, to grow, and to flourish.

And when the memories of the past creep in, as they sometimes will, remember that you are not that person anymore. You are stronger, wiser, and more resilient. You are a survivor, a thriver, and a warrior.

You have broken free, and in doing so, you have given yourself the greatest gift of all - the gift of freedom. Freedom to live, to love, and to laugh. Freedom to pursue your dreams, to chase your passions, and to create the life you deserve.

As you embark on this new chapter, remember that you are capable of achieving greatness. You are capable of creating a life that is filled with joy, love, and purpose. You are capable of breaking free from the shackles of domestic violence and rising above the ashes like a phoenix.

You are strong, you are brave, and you are free.

Author's final words :

Breaking Free

I tore the chains, one by one, Melted in the rising sun. No more whispers, no more walls, I heed the voice that calls.

The wind hums songs of the wild, Untamed, unshackled, undefiled. No map, no master, no decree - Only the boundless, endless sea.

I drink the nectar, rich and sweet, From freedom's hands, from fate's defeat. No tethered past, no fear, no lie, Only wings and open sky.

Let the world stand, let it stare I am fire, I am air. Breaking free, I rise, I run A sovereign soul, a rising sun.