What would you do if you were wrongfully institutionalized not once, but twice, by the person closest to you in order to cover up the greatest betrayal imaginable? My story relates my traumatic journey to reclaim my life, peace of mind, and freedom. This is my story of spousal abuse and how I maintained the strength to survive. My hope is to encourage others who too often find themselves in similar situations. These situations are becoming more prevalent and tolerated in today's world. My example will hopefully serve as inspiration to help any abused person to recover in order to develop their own independent life.