But no matter what happens, I spoke up, made a voice for myself, freed from the haunting memories that have owned me for the last six years. I found my courage.

About This Quote

This quotation is a powerful statement about overcoming obstacles. The meaning of this phrase is that no matter what happens, people should stand up for themselves and speak up for what they want. The person who made this statement has overcome an obstacle in his life by speaking up. He has freed himself from the haunting memories that have owned him for the last six years. And, he has found his courage.

Source: The Redemption Of Callie & Kayden

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