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Debt

2252 People face this too.

It's Payback Time

Beth's story:

I was constantly spending more on things than I needed to. I felt trapped and unable to control my money. It was controlling me.

Adult Child of Divorce

157 People face this too.

A Tough Transition

Carson's story:

I thought my parents would stay together until they died — you know, just like they promised in their vows.

Cancer

392 People face this too.

Nobody is Promised Tomorrow

Mike's story:

Shortly after having my blood tested, a nurse called and said, "You have to come to Emergency right now." I soon learned I only had 3 to 6 months left.

Domestic Violence

42099 People face this too.

Living With The Enemy

Caroline's story:

He used to lock me outside our house with no shoes or coat, rage at me for an hour or more, and make me doubt my sanity. When he hit me, it was the last straw.

Gambling

15648 People face this too.

All Bets Are Off

Sandy's story:

My life spun out of control. I lost two homes and nearly lost my marriage because of my addiction.

Miscarriage

6524 People face this too.

Mourning Sickness

Winsome's story:

“Your baby has not developed further.” This can’t be. It must be a mix-up. When would I wake up from this nightmare?

Widowhood

1702 People face this too.

Till Death Do Us Part

Veda's story:

Three years ago, my husband breathed his last breath. Then began the most difficult journey I’ve ever experienced: life without him.

Anorexia

2835 People face this too.

Just a Few More Pounds...

Karen's story:

I began to equate love with being thin. Still, on the outside, I worked hard to make it look like I had it all together.

Chronic Pain

5336 People face this too.

When Everything Hurts

Anne-Marie's story:

I never know when it will hit me, nor why. Some days, I can do everything I have planned. I can even enjoy biking, hiking, or snowshoeing. But then, it hits me yet again.

Food Addiction

6261 People face this too.

Hungry For Comfort

Mary's story:

Anytime life got to be more than I could bear, I found comfort knowing food was available to me when I wanted it. I would eat even when I wasn’t hungry.

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