At its core, this book is dedicated to individuals who have experienced betrayal and disappointment from their partners or loved ones; those who have encountered life's challenges each time they attempted to move forward and reach a goal; and those who have felt mistreated, and that their kindness was abused, left them broken. I hope that somewhere in the world, there is a girl or woman who will relate to my journey, be inspired, learn to never give up, and continue to pursue happiness.

You will have many setbacks in life. You will face betrayals and disappointments from some of your closest friends and family members. You will be rejected by prospective romantic partners and employers. Recognize that none of this affects your value and refuse to let it lower your sense of self-worth. You are stronger than you think, and you can overcome any and every challenge.

We are not defined by everything that happens to us. Like all of you, I have gone through a lot of pain. If I focused on my pain and the wrong that was done to me, then I would be choosing misery. I made the decision to let go of the victim mentality, reflect on the experience, and acknowledge my involvement in it rather than allowing the sorrow to dominate me. All of us have this strength; all we need to do is remember to tap into it.

This book is for everyone who feels their missteps have cost them greatly. It is intended to empower you, help you grow, and restore any lost hope. To create the life we have always dreamed of, we must decide to act, let go of limiting ideas, and never give up on our dreams.