Real Life Stories

At first, my whole life revolved around seizures, worrying when the next one would strike. But over time, I learned how to manage my triggers and live without fear.

I always say yes—to everything and everyone. But for one month, I tried to say no to every invite and request I got. The results were eye-opening.

I used to manage stress by working harder. And then I noticed the bald patches.

“For so many years, our women have been portrayed as being submissive, hypersexualized and disposable.” Waneek Horn-Miller on celebrating the strength and resilience of Indigenous women.

I came to Canada, thinking I would be a babysitter, and ended up being forced in sex labour. After I escaped, I now try to rescue girls who are just like me