When we’re able to talk about painful and frightening memories, emotions and events, we can better manage them. By sharing your story on your childhood (before age 18) trauma experience, you could bring comfort and inspiration to those who are still on their own individual journeys. You may read more about our Mental Health Series here.

A piece of A.I. artwork will be created from your submission to accompany your story. We will send a copy to you when it is published.

We understand if it may be difficult for you to write about this. We encourage you to step away if you need to. You may save your story and return to it later by entering your email address.

Please note that not all submissions will be published.