A Survivor Story: Holly Austin Smith

[@CB-xz2sn]

Why do people press dislike on this? There is a woman telling her story which must be very hard for her... why do you dislike that? It doesnt make any sense to me at all. Thank you for sharing and bringing awareness Holly. You are a hero.

[@trinleywangmo]

Is pressing dislike about the person? Or the unlikable tragedy of her story?

[@destinyhntr]

Every video gets dislikes, even cat videos. You just have to ignore it

[@synnove1046]

When I first started watching KZbin videos (about 5 years ago) I oftentimes didn’t know whether to click on thumbs up or thumbs down, particularly on videos like this. I wanted to be supportive of the people telling their story, and to let them know I sympathized and wished them well. But it felt so crazy to be giving them the thumbs up, basically saying “Yay!” to such a horrible and sad story. I still have trouble with the concept. So I think most “thumbs downs” are due to the fact that this story is so sad.

[@cltp6163]

@@synnove1046that’s cause your kinda dumb.. likes means I enjoyed the content or support it a person telling their story not that you like the trafficking

[@benjitall1536]

Perhaps the wrong video went into their feed or something. Maybe they're evil want to offend emotional viewers (dark trolls). Who knows? And who cares. Watch the video for yourself. That's more important.

[@B6east]

Oh, dear girl . I was never trafficked,, but only by the grace of God. Molested as a child (in the 50's and 60's.....waaay before children were taught about "bad touch"), lost as an adolescent, I got into drugs and alcohol, risky relationships, dangerous situations, and plenty of shame and bewilderment. Thank you for your work with vulnerable people, and educating us all to do better.

[@meghanc5793]

Praying for you! Jesus is our redeemer! He will make all things new!

[@anthonyman8008]

@@meghanc5793 amen

[@MrSouthernlord]

So the grace of god stopped you from being trafficked but allowed you to be molested? As per usual your god watched and did nothing.

[@jacquelynpowell7964]

@@meghanc5793 Jesus never protected her.

[@armisbarakzai6256]

Same here.We are survivers.

[@Cookie-gi7cr]

If my kid begged not to stay somewhere I wouldn’t leave them !! So many people failed this young lady .. glad she is ok and a beautiful woman

[@davidcox3076]

Most parents would be alarmed at their kid's reaction. If not raising red flags it should at least prompt them to start asking questions. That her parents didn't react speaks volumes about them.

[@edkramer5592]

Peer pressure says you would.

[@helenah7965]

The parents should have been very angry with the cousin not their daughter.

[@lbar2458]

Cray Fishe as a father i agree with u 💯 percent

[@VioletJoy]

Exactly.

[@neil_spirits2072]

But what about if the parents were also the victims of this horrible situation.

[@VioletJoy]

@@neil_spirits2072 If I remember correctly, they got angry with her rather than the cousin. They told her not to discuss it and to lie when she was asked about it. While the cousins actions were horrific, her parent's response was unconscionable.

[@neil_spirits2072]

@@VioletJoy yeah, i know, but what i'm saying is who knows why the parent did that.

[@ruthojen]

Wow, now I understand the fear of authority. I never pieced it together with the lack of validation. I thank you profoundly.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@RowanWarren78]

Your parents failed you Holly. I am so sorry.

[@CristyB66]

Yes they did.

[@cookiemama4]

@Butch Seeger You're a Misogynist! Your mistrust and hate of women is glaringly obvious! Why?

[@cookiemama4]

@Butch Seeger You're the one who needs to grow up, you little punk! What bothers me is that there are idiots like you in the world!

[@RufanaDenmark]

@@maro7125 I've seen a lot of commenters on social media like Butch, claiming that women are lying. I would take his comments with a grain of salt. I'm sorry about what you went through but people and circumstances are different. Young people who have been abused, are fragile and they are easy targets for trafficking. It doesn't mean that all abused kids are ending up in trafficking.

[@teodorabotazini9873]

Butch Seeger she was a kid when she told the social worker...

[@rebekahkissel7629]

When I was around 12 in the late 80's two 30ish women approached me and complemented me about my look, insisted that I sit with them and talk. I did and they wanted me to come live with them. They were telling me how hard it is living with parents and how they took in kids that run away and let them drink, smoke pot and how fun they were. They gave me their phone # and said they'd come get me anytime if my home life ever got bad. I kept the # for yrs and almost called many times. Pretty sure they were looking for kids to pimp out. I'm glad I had a weird feeling about calling them. My home life was bad but I'm sure it would've been tragic if I ran away to them. Her name was Maude.

[@missmargmillionaire6421]

thank God you were so smart in following your intuition

[@thecancelling2870]

If you still have the number, perhaps you can provide it to your local children's advocacy organization, who may be able to share it with law enforcement, which may be able to do a reverse directory search of who owned the landline account at tfe time. Could be helpful. I'm guessing being 30 years on you don't have the number any longer

[@estysumi7887]

This is one of the most raw, honest and heart touching story ever... godbless lady, you are amazing girl.

[@stephencarlsbad]

You never told your parents because you didn't trust them based on their deadbeat parenting.

[@thevipgurlz2802]

They must have other issues...like alcohol or drug....stupid parents.

[@harmonymomentofbeing5753]

Shouldn’t be afraid to tell your parents anything ...there should always be one family member that a child can trust . Most of the time we have that cousin or aunt or uncle .

[@edkramer5592]

@@thevipgurlz2802 you really don't know that. Stop trying to make her hate her parents.

[@LovinLife-pv7op]

As a nation, we don't value children, we say we do but we don't. If we did, the legal system would be overhauled.

[@gabrielleandrew542]

Your parents really failed you here

[@MadisonJehle]

Lovin'Life2016 It seems a few pple don't understand your comment, to bad, so sad for them. I agree with you 100%. Children are God's blessing and gift to us. They are given to us to love and protect They are our future.

[@marikalathem813]

Lovin'Life2016 Absolutely right!

[@deborah3912]

Lovin'Life, we do not value our children, we kill them in the womb, even killing them seconds after birth.

[@lorrainewadsworth9019]

Lovin'Life2016 our children are our future but we shun them.

[@TheAngWel]

You definitely have a gift of teaching and healing. ❤️😊

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@angelogandolfo4174]

I’m a guy, aged somewhere between 25 - 40 (just to protect my own privacy a bit.) and I was truly upset watching this. Possibly one of the most heartbreaking things is when Holly says, barely a minute in, “My parents were really great people, who I love very much”. How heartbreaking. I don’t mean to judge, but but from what is later said about them, I’m afraid I have a hard time believing this. Poor kid. The system’s failings were tragic. Just…… tragic.

[@jlynnchappy9342]

I know 5 grown adults now but when they were children they were abused sexually, physically, and mentally by their parents who were on drugs who would have wild parties and others would molest them as well. All of them in their adult life has problems. The son hates his father ( who's dead) and mother . The others LOVE their parents to this day. They still in contact with her. They still love their mother unconditionally even though they all went through hell in their childhood years.

[@lucylaroux9355]

Wow, way to go "parents"!! I would never call myself a perfect mom, but give me a friggin break!! I hope their nights out were worth it! Scumbags. This strong woman wasn't even rebellious- she wanted out from her house and I would've too! It's amazing how well she turned out, and I'm sure it was the opposite of easy. She also isn't delivering a "poor me" message. This is a commendable, heroic woman and should be so proud of herself. What a true inspiration.

[@MTknitter22]

Lucy LaRoux Yes and Miss Van DerBur, the Miss America lady whose story was so helpful and so miraculous? She faced and stated what her mother was because you cant dismiss the enabling she did. This girl musnt cover for her mother.

[@biffarm]

I hAVe 2 daughters lucy ..23 and 21 now....and i remember when they were growing up (my son too)and i asked them ...im not exagerating every day more or less if everything was ok ...and wud say to them "dont matdr what ever the prob dad will fix it...i wudda spotted a look in them that this girl must have had....im very protective over my kids...when they go out drinking now..they wont even tell me if anything happened cos i go looking for the culprit....being a nightclub doorman makes me a bit paraniod too liike..cos i see how wicket kids are to each other.

[@chancejaxson551]

Lucy LaRoux sorry this happens a lot and to a lot of different children from diff types of parents. Let us know when you raise your kids 100% pure and perfect

[@chancejaxson551]

sean armstrong you are stupid, stuff can happen anywhere from anyone. Even YOU

[@ivonnemistudio9433]

Chance Jaxson 👏👏♥️

[@a.life.reimagined]

Not borderline, just abused and traumatized. They always do this to survivors. " borderline"..... Nope, just traumatized.

[@MariaMaria-wv1sy]

Lisa Roppo funny they don't label the abusers/traffickers full blown pyschopaths

[@MariaMaria-wv1sy]

Lisa Roppo yep traumatized

[@colleenjohnstoncomedy3036]

Complex post traumatic stress disorder not borderline

[@Jules-qz7es]

A lot of practices in psychology are very shady and psychotropic drugs mess people up. Counseling other people is appropriate but medication and injection is crossing the line. Matthew 24:15 When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:) I believed for the longest time that psychology is the abomination that causes desolation spoken of by Daniel. The amount of damage, human torture and trauma caused by psychology alone is greater than slavery, human traffick and all other tortures on people known in modern society. Sad thing is that psychology is legal.

[@colleenjohnstoncomedy3036]

Jules Vules it depends on the one doing the counseling and you cannot write off all medications. Should someone with bipolar not take meds ? God is the healer let’s leave the method to Him

[@grahambird3112]

Its the Parents failure .... Poor, poor Girl. God, she's an Angel too !

[@AReneeDesign23]

This is one of the saddest, most horrific true stories I have ever heard in my life and I am NOT young! Holly, you are so articulate, so kind-hearted. I pray our God will hold you and support you all the days of your life from here on out....

[@peace_and_love5361]

As a child we dont speak about these things because were confused about what exactly is happening and we dont have the langauge to verbalize what is taking place. That is why parents are supposed to be our protectors and our voice.

[@leilaniperez3078]

Holly, you are such a smart and beautiful person, thank you for having the courage to share your story and that you weren't satisfied with the system and how they leave victims without any proper counseling or avenues to repair their lives. You are a wonderful young woman and an inspiration for healing.

[@adish7275]

All you needed was love. I felt this way for 31 years until I experienced real love from someone else. Its ok to be mad at your parents.

[@loganhensley6132]

I will never understand why authority figures think it's a good idea to go question the parents or abuser if they aren't going to take the child with them when they leave also. Bc the authority figure will go home and sleep great and continue to live their normal life however that child is now going to be hurt even worse more than likely for telling. I'll never understand that.

[@amk1689]

i don’t think social workers think it’s a good idea-it’s what government policy mandates. what child can disclose if they don’t know they’re going to be kept safe?

[@Ffeoli1039]

I tend to agree. They are worried about the kid potentially being abused. Did they even talk to the parents?

[@mscarolynnigro]

My older male cousin was a pervert too - my mom didn't want to hear it.

[@kaynovo8043]

Carolyn Nigro your mother is an awful mother ! She failed you

[@carolbassant5396]

OMG how u r OK now though..

[@nancynahnigoh3550]

Kick at his pervert things then he won't do it again

[@tahjjj1488]

Yeah. That generation; they don’t believe you as a child. Even if you broach the subject as an adult, they never really talk to you about it. It’s just never spoken of. I’ve always wondered how the willingness to turn a blind eye is supposed to help the victim/survivor.

[@carolbassant5396]

@@tahjjj1488 That is so true..

[@QueenMabb]

You are so very articulate. Thank you for sharing your story. You are helping more people than you will ever know. Bless you.💜💜💜💜

[@harmonymomentofbeing5753]

I love holly , I got to sit and talk with her some when she spoke at a survivors awareness function . She is the bravest person , so humble and so living and lovable . It’s always been so crazy to me how strong these women are and having one convo with them it’s like they are giving u strength and they don’t even know the positive influence they have just telling their stories . We love u and ty for ALL u have done and continue to do ! ❤️

[@emtboyd]

This breaks my heart, so many girl and even boys are abused and it’s kept a secret much to the detriment of the children.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face

[@Chanteljovan]

Holly, you are beautiful and strong and courageous and smart and wonderful! It is so terrible what you went through. You didn’t deserve that! I hope the rest of your life is wonderful!

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@donnaadom8483]

You are sharing your strength, telling your story and helping other girls. AMAZING. May we all, as parents, NEVER let another child suffer like this.

[@jacquelineflood3244]

Holly, So glad you are still here, with us. Hope you are finding happiness in your life........ Thanks, Great to hear you.

[@stephenburnage7687]

What an intelligent, articulate woman. The very definition of a survivor. What a dreadful experience she went through but so impressive that she can talk about it so clearly.

[@roelien7779]

That is why children are ideal victims they love their parents because that is all they know and trust, and you always blame yourself for what happened. Emotional abuse I sometimes think is worse because there is no physical evidence. And nobody believes you. I am sure your testimony will help others, God bless you

[@karmawaves18]

I'm so proud of you for having the courage to speak your truth. The system failed you. I'm so sorry for the pain and wounds you have had to face and heal. I'm so thankful you are courageous and whole enough to tell your story.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face

[@Shevan08]

"I didn't have the knowledge or strength or understanding to talk about my abuse but I understood how to be angry about it and I showed that anger" Amazing insight here.

[@jennifergreene528]

Dear Holly, Thank you!!! Because of your braveness, maybe someone will speak out against their abusers. I wish you all the best!

[@angelwhisper239]

God bless you sweet soul. You are so brave. I am so proud of you. You are an inspiration. 🙏🙏🙏

[@mariainesgarcia2767]

I never ever comment on videos, but you are so brave and strong to share your story! This could be any child! And the fact that you learned so much from this and are willing to share it is encouraging for all of us, how you made sense from your own history is just beautiful, you will help sooo many!

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@libertyjo6238]

You didn't choose that You were a child who needed connection..one who was lonely ...due to family who failed you. Your actually brave!

[@lauraw2490]

Shame on all the adults who Could have done something, who saw your behavior change and didn't ask why, who looked through you instead of Seeing you and the pain you were in. As a parent, I include your parents in this group of adults.

[@manichairdo6346]

Learned to be complacent...truly insightful.

[@michelleclarke9868]

I'm deeply hurt that your mum, a woman told you to be quiet about it. I'm so sorry. I'm really grateful you shared your story because it shines a light on this sickness in our society, it's more common then we care to admit.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@RaeZoladawn777]

I love you Holly thank you for speaking out

[@blacknight2149]

I met a guy who tried to traffic me. I was 23 so I kind of realized that he was reeling me in slowly..I can’t imagine what that would be like for young girls...this guy did that same thing..a friend. He offered to help me move and said things that made me feel good about myself, but didn’t hit on me or suggest we should do anything sexual. My gut told me to stop talking to him, and I KNOW he was trying to do the same thing. I was abused as a child and married an abusive husband who put me in the hospital. My story is similar and I’m leaving a big part out of my story...

[@riddlesoftheparanormal8796]

Thank you for sharing your story. It was perfect and you did great. I do hope this reaches someone who needs help. 💜

[@terribryan5457]

Your parents should of been overwhelmef by your homecoming, if they love you. Not ground you. They should know your already hurt.

[@AlehandrosArhangelos]

Such an intelligent and beautiful woman. The world failed you but you did break through. You are far stronger than you think you are.

[@dekota011]

Holly I hope your life is better now and filled with genuine love, you deserve to be loved

[@Dhruv_Dogra]

I had heard so much about borderline personality disorder but could never retain the descriptions I googled. Today I heard this wonderful & brave girl describe it and suddenly the pieces fell into place. It’s about not having validation from parents or authority figures. God bless her.

[@friendlove2846]

It's a scar for life of an invisible knife through your soul. 🔪 Professionals help but they leave.😔 I have JESUS and cute dogs now.

[@ratacataviousbrown4702]

That's great!!! I know what you mean, I have Jesus and a fine gray "rat cat" named Ratacatavious.

[@4knewt505]

That's truly awesome! Bless you all in your healing! God is faithful still

[@lisawall3386]

@@ratacataviousbrown4702 AWESOME NAME!

[@elizabethcreated9263]

Friend & love bless you friend. 🎨

[@troddy3925]

I’m a 54-year-old guy who, at 15, spent 4 months on a psychiatric ward. I was the only boy, amongst 5 other girls (and other adults) when I arrived. My reason for being there had nothing to do with sexual abuse, but for some there (including a girl on another ward whom I also befriended) it was. I learned to care for all them, and they loved having me there from the moment I showed up. But the whole experience did something to me that I wouldn’t fully understand, until later in life when I had my spiritual awakening at 45. I eventually sought out a dear friend from that place, whose last name I still remembered, and I found her! While inadvertently triggering her awakening in the process. Long story short, we have remained in touch ever since (10 years now!). She is a scientist, yes, a scientist! She had overcome her demons and got into science in her late 20s. I tell this story for any survivors out there. You are loved, and you can thrive!!! ♥️🙏🏻

[@vickiebrown9197]

She just told the story of my life. I'm grateful to her ❤️ and I pray for the rest of us. 🙏🙏🙏

[@Sunny25611]

I couldn’t watch this because it hit too close to home but if it helps another child that is my fervent prayer 🙏

[@lauragriffith1826]

Wow. Thank you for your story. Almost any of my friends could have ended up going through what you did. I'm sickened by your criminalization, when you were so clearly a victim. Shame on those who let you down and aimed abuse at you, when you were so clearly in need of compassion and love.

[@aussiemozzie2515]

OMG your mother should have called the police stright away!! Your parents did the wrong thing, they should not have told you to lie but rather speak up and tell the whole story to the authorities. Your parents set your life on a path that shouldn't have been. Very sad what some parents do to their children by damaging them psychologically, often completely unaware of what they've done.

[@junehendricks6291]

I just wish more people were aware of this happening so much. I am so glad you shared and you come across as a strong well intentioned person. Be proud of yourself.

[@cheril8891]

Thank you for telling your story, it will help others.

[@bruceg.6282]

Her parents were really awful. How could a mother deny her daughter the protection and justice she deserved? These events would make a real mess of anyone, but she sounds like a real survivor. She's beautiful, intelligent and articulate. I hope the remainder of her life will be much better and she finds more friends that will build her up and give her the ability to trust.

[@ratacataviousbrown4702]

This kind of thing used to happen all the time. Parents silencing kids when they were molested. I am so glad states now have laws that require parents and adults to report child sexual abuse or go to jail and/or lose their kids. I am one of those people who's parents didn't report or confront my abuser. I have hated my parents for years. I didn't even attend my own mother's funreal that was held 15 miles down the road from my house.

[@chellebelle914]

Im so happy to hear her reference children of the night! Its such a great organization

[@elizabethabbott2982]

The shock of undergoing this horror, causes a loss of sense of identity and this leads to a loss of will; people are easily controlled; not only that but you were so young; so inexperienced; so little in the way of backup; you were not an abuser so you did not know how to identify an abuser. A quoteYou are documenting so clearly and your courageous and thorough testimonial will help others.

[@ElisavetPapadeli]

You are so strong🙏🙏🙏 You are worthy of pure love and you deserve all the support you can get cause this is not something you can't overcome easily and to be honest I don't think someone can. You are a blessing to all the children going through the same... God save all children and keep them safe in your hands 🙏🙏🙏

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face

[@theshadylady1982]

Wow. I'm SO proud of you and SO happy you're finally 'on the other side' of such a tragic childhood. I can relate to the many ways the system can totally fail you and then just become a snowball of future letdowns/ failures/ and an endless cycle of improper treatment and care, resulting in further negative circumstances and choices, etc. Unfortunately a pattern many victims will remain stuck in for life, not knowing it could've all played out differently if they had only recieved the proper care at that crucial moment. Entire lives, years upon years thrown away unnecessarily due to this careless lack of proper victim treatment/rehabilitation. I learned about the 'broken system' as an adult and still have trouble accepting it or convincing others of the true reality of what it's really like on the inside of those circumstances. It almost got the best of me as an adult. Going thru all of what you had to endure and making it out, and not just out, but becoming part of the solution is INCREDIBLE. I hope you realize how strong, inspirational and instrumental you and you're truth are to the system, the victims and the path to positive changes this world desperately needs! I wish I could hug you right now!! Thank you for sharing this story and doing what you can do to help all the others going thru this kind of hell!

[@brendaborden5954]

It always backfires on me when I stand up for myself

[@serenity2655]

Continue still.

[@brooketakac6744]

You amaze me. I am so sorry for your experience and want you to know how impactful this interview has been for me. Thank you so much.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊

[@sandrad.8205]

Thank you for sharing your story.

[@annaliseaakhus1016]

You're amazing and such a beautiful empath💜 Thank you for helping others understand ourselves. I'm sorry such horrible shit happened to you. You're amazing💎

[@Nicole-wx8jy]

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[@indigomoonchild9]

Honestly I think You would be a wonderful advocate and counselor for trafficked children. God bless you Holly.💕💕

[@ginabalbuena4802]

What strength and courage,, thank u for helping others by sharing,, GOD KEEP BLESSING U

[@artistworld3274]

All my heart is with you my dear, your parents failed you big time.

[@mariebolduc6077]

Holly, you are so, so very courageous, and kudos for sharing your story for others. Shame on your parents for not standing up for you. I hope that you will find the love and support you need to have a life worth living. I will pray for you (and I'm not even religious). I just have a direct connection to God. God bless you.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊😊

[@armisbarakzai6256]

I feel you dear girl.I was never trafficked but abandoned by my entire family since childhood and sent away to a foreign country by my parents.I went through so much hardship.Almost got rapped went homeless and so much.We are a different breed from God.We are strong and I believe God loves us so much.😊 God bless you.

[@d.juneconley7349]

WOW! Really empowering story. Everyone failed her until she found on her own others who had gone through the same thing. Holly you are a very brave and amazing person to have gone through so much and worked so hard to get to where you are INSPITE of what was done to you by your FAMILY ESPECIALLY and the POLICE never let anyone blame you for ANY of this. It was not you fault. YOu are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing you really make a difference for so many young people.

[@morgannevins8768]

Thank you for sharing your story. It takes a lot of strength.

[@howardking3046]

Thanks for speaking out! I learned a lot. Please keep speaking up so more ignorant people like can me can help!

[@shondaleeordonez3851]

My heart goes out to you, Holly.

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face

[@robertapascal6962]

I have heard a few stories from these survivors and there is a pattern of the young girl raped by her dad or a relative and then they are extremely easy prey for the pimps. So sad.

[@robertapascal6962]

Healing_ Awakening makes sense and shows me how I have done this in my own life with different abuse.

[@davidjoy7654]

You are such a brave girl and I am so sorry for your early life. You were let down badly. I hope you have a great life going forward. You explain it all so eliquently. Good luck.

[@Jkaye13]

Thank you Holly, for your story.. I am so sorry that all of this happened to you, all of which you had no control over, and you were failed in so many ways.. By your parents, who wanted to cover the whole child molestation up, and never dealt with its consequences, which lead to the acting out and prostitution. It's a travesty that this is happening all over our society and that we are so ill epuiped to deal with it and that it just leaves our young girls to go down that slippery slope of being used and abused and trafficked.. Thank you for speaking out about this, you did a great job explaining how devastating this is, and how much is needed to stop this destructive abuse. You are a brave and beautiful woman! Blessings to you!

[@Collins_Alex.078]

She still looks very young. I wonder how old she is here.bc she said 20 years later when she got the paperwork on her case.

[@damyot1]

Very well explained. You are right about telling your storie. This will help parents, police man, teachers and other abused child. You look happy now.☺

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face

[@gwenclarke506]

I’m not sure why... but I really needed to see this today. Thank you Holly for sharing your story ❤️❤️

[@missEvaMarie58]

Your very fortunate that you finally DID learn and understand what happened to you and how terrible and wrong it was and is. And most importantly that it wasn’t your fault. Now... you can help others and find others to help. And really be a voice and guiding light for the trafficked children that is still going on and has been going on for many many years. This should be your life’s passion now, to fight human trafficking. Bless you and I’m praying the best for you.

[@thefishfin-atic7106]

O M G....cannot even begin to comprehend this story....how? why? I just want to give her a great big hug ....I don't know....it's just so wrong what was done to her!!! In the end, this woman was so strong - she powered through everything, and was so rational about it all....I am in utter disbelief ....If you are reading this - there is NOTHING you cannot do. Judging by this documentary, you are something of a real life superhero.....go on and do what your life was destined to do, you are an absolutely incredible person!!

[@waynebaker4977]

You poor sweet child. My heart goes out to you. Child hood trauma destroys lives. Came through extreme violence, i know. Too many parents should never have had children.

[@jenniferwhittington6001]

Love you for your openness and honesty.

[@cherylconroy2167]

You are very smart and i am happy you did your research. And you got the strength to go on

[@Collins_Alex.078]

you look gorgeous and you smile is so beautiful please always wear that smile your face😊😊

[@candaceyoung3468]

Thank you for speaking out. Your a teacher.

[@mercedeshendrickson8840]

You are so lovely and desired by the LORD who LOVES You so much. Be blessed !

[@testingtest3322]

Mercedes Hendrickson if there was a god, why would it let this happen??

[@EternaLivesMatter]

@@testingtest3322 There is a God a merciful gracious God and he will avenge the enemy. JESUSAVES!!! JOHN 3:16-18 KJB

[@SmooveBee1]

Holly's story is extremely important. Wherever the blame lies - we have the rest of our lives in front of us now: please listen to the story, in our modern context, as parents, this is the most important thing to know in the world - the sharks are always in the water. Always. You are a parent now; not infallible - but the task is at hand to protect your child. If you listen to her story, you will hear your own role in your own child's life story.

[@elizabethbrauer1118]

TY so much Holly. Here is my advice to all- -> I grew up in an emotionally abusive family, so I developed an attitude of strength. I didn't get bullied much (except by my mom), and my attitude probably worked to my advantage. Now I am older and carry more weight, which might help as well. Most people will not bother me, and I prefer this. I am wary of strangers. If you adopt a strong exterior, learn to trust your instinct, and improve those spidey senses, this will help you to stay alive and well.

[@peacelove7706]

Thank you for being so Brave to speak up! Wishing you Much Love and Many Blessings for ALL YOUR LIFE ❤️✨🙏

[@natalierene7566]

Thank you for being brave enough to share with the world❤

[@denicakassie851]

Reading these posts. I just want to say thank you. Thank you for the parents that I have. They are my privilege.

[@kristiekogutrodriguez496]

I’m sorry this happened however happy you came out to tell your story for other girls that have gone through this.

[@shirleegraham9378]

Bless your heart darlin, I know how it feels. You just know something is just not right, I still have not remember everything! Hugs and Much Love you are so brave.

[@colleenbeavers5471]

Bless you my sweet lady!!!

[@Collins_Alex.078]

She still looks very young. I wonder how old she is here.bc she said 20 years later when she got the paperwork on her case.

[@markothwriter]

I was not sexually abused, but my parents were the kind of people who would not listen. I was beaten physically be a family friend. And when I told my parents, they both said not to talk about it, and that it didn't happen. My parents expected and demanded perfection. They would gloss over problems and not deal with issues. I think disfunctional people are like that.

[@susanraye1]

Prayers to you continue to heal and that your video reaches others so they too can see the light.

[@chris_iapetus]

What a strong & smart individual to survive such torture & come out the other side not just alive, but, well, you heard her too. She's triumphed over some of the worst experiences a person can have. Amazing person.

[@AugustAdvice]

It took me a long time to integrate my abuse. I was 6 years old when it began, by an 11 year old family member who was female. I was so ashamed, I never spoke about it. I am in my late 20s and only one other person in my family knows about it. It was like something I just shoved into my subconscious, stuffing it down into the far corner of my memory drawer. Because you have to continue having a relationship with that family member growing up. I am so mad that the adults around me didnt notice the signs or clues, and there were a lot of them. I acted out in ways that I feel any aware adult would have noticed and should have asked questions, but I never was asked those questions. I felt like everyone just turned a blind eye to it. I felt responsible for it. It definitely changed my personality. I feel it robbed me of a lot of innocence and natural growth. I have an anxiety disorder to this day, CPTSD, not just from that, but Im sure it laid the ground work. Notice the signs if you see anything strange.

[@michelleduncan9965]

May God bless you Holly. You are utterly amazing.

[@bossdillman7011]

Thank you Holly. You have helped me understand a lot of myself. Darkness to light

[@sallyjohnson7160]

My memories hit me when I got grown

[@daniellewilliams4668]

For you I send love light peace happiness.Thankyou for speaking your truth.Tears are falling but I'm so happy to hear your strength and conviction.You bring hope to all the innocent.Beautiful you are an amazing woman 🌻🌸⚘💕🦋🌅🌠

[@barbmarquardt4902]

I am so sorry for all your pain and suffering 💔 You are very beautiful and very brave,I pray that now you'll live your best life! Thank you for sharing,love and prayers sent 💖