You got this!
Don't ever give up!
As a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, you may sometimes feel as though you don't have a chance in life. You do. Yes, the pain may continue, and the damage may have been done, but you can rise above what happened. You deserve better.
Work hard. You have nothing to prove to anyone else, but you may need to prove to yourself that you can succeed. Despite everything you have endured, you can reach your goals. You can work hard, overcome obstacles, and show others what you are capable of achieving.
People will see your determination, your work ethic, and your desire to reach new heights. You can accomplish things you once thought were impossible.
You are worth every bit of the hard work you put into becoming the very best version of yourself.
Your past does not determine your potential. What happened to you does not define your worth. Keep going. Keep believing in yourself. You are capable of more than you may realize.
Rebecca Wedde is an Assistant Store Manager at Food Lion in Roebuck, South Carolina, overseeing store operations and leading multiple departments. She advanced through grocery retail ranks following BiLo's acquisition by Food Lion. Beyond her role, Wedde actively supports community initiatives including Food Lion Feeds and local food banks since 2014. Recognized as one of South Carolina's Influential Women in 2026,…
