Childhood is supposed to be a safe place. But sometimes, it's where the brokenness of others and childlike trust collide. For 5-year-old Allison, danger lurked in the form of an elderly neighbor with predatory impulses. The impact of his sexual abuse lasted for decades and materialized in the fear and shame that formed a cloud over her life, making it nearly impossible to let go of the hurt. This may be where you live today. Are you haunted by the following? Shame - Confusion - Anger - Fear - Distrust If you identify with Allison’s story and are experiencing these emotions, then When Past Abuse Still Hurts is for you . Author Allison McCormick helps you deal with these 5 emotions experienced by sexual abuse survivors. She tells her story—one you may see yourself in—and unpacks her battle, as well as the steps she took to overcome it. Included within each section of this book are empty pages that allow you an opportunity to reveal your hurt if you’re not ready yet to tell another —to write your story, your problems and steps you wish to take to find hope. You will be encouraged by her story and find hope for your journey. Hope that may feel elusive today, but through this guidebook, you will discover it is not. Buy now to begin your healing journey! When Your Past Abuse Still Hurts is part of the Smart Living in Small Bites guidebook series. A series created by women who wrote the books they wish they had when they needed them. In each guidebook, you will have a chance to: Read another woman's story—a story like yours. - Discover the problems she faced and the steps she took. - Find courage through her confidence and hope. - Pen your own story and struggles on the pages provided. - Take comfort in realizing you don't have to walk alone. Providing understanding, wisdom, and hope in the pages of these guidebooks, undergirded by the strength of our faith, which is the hallmark of this series. Other books in the series include When Anxiety Won't Let Go, When Marriage is Hard, and When Suicide Touches Your Life. *The resource page of the eBook has a QR code that will lead you to a free, printable companion journal to use for your written responses.