Carmelita Rifkin

Carmelita

I am a victim of child abuse by my uncle when I was 3 years old, repressed the memory, and then remembered when I was 35. I have grown as a person, processed more of my story, and helped others along the way.

Try not to judge anyone for you know not what they've been through. Be kind not only to others but especially yourself. When you're feeling self-critical, say to yourself what you would say to a good friend.

“It’s not what you have,
it’s what you do
with what you have.” 
—  Andy Stanley