Breaking the Cycle: A Memoir of Rejection, Abuse, and Self-Discovery chronicles one woman’s tumultuous journey from a childhood marked by constant moves and a distant grandmother, through adolescence shaped by toxic relationships and sexual exploitation, to an adulthood overshadowed by rape, an emotionally abusive marriage, and a struggle with alcohol dependence. Along the way, she confronts devastating betrayals, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and her own longing for approval—especially from men. Raw and unfiltered, her story reveals the painful realities of living under the weight of trauma, while also offering a message of hope: that recognizing red flags and bravely sharing one’s truth can be the first steps toward breaking even the most deeply entrenched cycles of abuse.