Linda Lanre-Odumesi

Domestic violence is violence or other abuse by one person against another in a domestic setting such as in marriage or cohabitation. Most women are too scared to speak out and sometimes are not alive to tell their story. We are living in a world where people are so fast to judge ready and criticise you for almost everything. If a woman decides to walk out of her matrimonial home, why don't you ask what went wrong and try to encourage her but No, instead we will be the first to criticise her. So many women have died pretending to be happy when truly they are not, so many have been cheated on and abused yet come out with a smile on their face. If you are in a relationship and there are traces. Please don't manage the situation, just come out of it. For how long will you be battered, how long do you intend to be silent? How long do you intend to act being someone else? How long do you intend covering up for that man who tortures you? During the vows you made. I

Are you in a point in your life where you feel like you have tried everything and nothing is working out for you. Have you tried talking to someone or prayed about it? So many people are in a point where they feel ending life is the only alternative. But that is the biggest mistake anyone can make. There is always light at the end of the tunnel. Life comes with challenges but what makes you a Victor is how you are able to tackle the challenges that comes your way and still emerge a winner. Don't be deceived by all you see on social media. So many live their lives for the camera and ensure it is well painted before it is displayed. Always remember you are uniquely different, hence never try being someone else because you won't derive fulfillment in it. Sometimes all you need is just a word of encouragement from someone and if you feel you need medical help, kindly seek for one. Mental health is one that needs utmost attention and close medical care and should