I have spent most of my life in a narcissistic and emotionally abusive household. The abuse I endured was not only emotional and psychological — I also experienced physical abuse growing up. The constant manipulation, gaslighting, and cruelty has worn down my confidence, my mental health, and my sense of self worth. Home has never once felt safe.

Narcissistic abuse is invisible. There are no bruises to show — just years of being slowly convinced that you are not enough and that your feelings do not matter. It rewires the way you think about yourself. I am only now beginning to understand how deeply it has affected me.

I am finally ready to leave. Here is exactly what I need and why:

Housing deposit and first and last month's rent — $4,500. Without this I cannot secure anywhere safe to live.

Moving costs to physically get out safely — $1,500.

Basic furniture and household essentials to make a new place liveable — $1,000.

One full year of weekly therapy sessions — $3,600. This is not a luxury. Healing from a lifetime of narcissistic and physical abuse requires consistent, professional support.

Three months of living expenses while I stabilise — $3,900. Food, bills, and basic necessities while I find my footing.

Total needed: $15,500, which accounts for platform and payment processing fees so the full amount reaches my goal.

Every single dollar goes directly toward my freedom and my recovery. I have broken this down fully so you know exactly where your support goes.

Asking for help is one of the hardest things I have ever done. If you are able to donate anything at all, please know it goes directly toward the first safe space I have ever had. And if donating is not possible, please share my story. One share could reach the person who changes everything.

Thank you for being someone who stops and cares.