I was raised in a Christian home and my father became a pastor when I was 9. Growing up, I was constantly made fun of for being overweight, smart and a pastor’s kid. I was also molested several times during my childhood. At 11, I began to use drugs to numb my pain and at 14, I began to self-harm. Continue reading “Chelsi – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

When I was 15, I started dieting. I liked the comments and attention I received and the diet quickly spiraled into an eating disorder. I was diagnosed with anorexia and hospitalized. I spent four months in treatment and then went to college. I started to drink a lot and one night I was raped by two guys at my school. Continue reading “Carissa – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

Before coming to Mercy, I had a problem with drugs and alcohol. I was a victim of sexual abuse and incest and felt completely lost and depressed. I heard about Mercy from my aunt and uncle and had no place to go, so I applied. Continue reading “Brittany – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

I was sexually abused between the ages of 14 and 18 which left me angry, bitter and numb. Soon after, my father passed away and my depression got worse. My life felt so dark and I didn’t care about anything. I have a daughter and I wanted to be a good mom but I was barely living. I heard about Mercy when Nancy Alcorn came and spoke at my church and I knew it was the place for me. Continue reading “Stacy – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

My life before Mercy was chaotic and out of control. I was physically and sexually abused which led to unhealthy relationships, depression, and an eating disorder. I had incredibly low self esteem and let men use me for their pleasure. I drank a lot and went to bars multiple times per week. I tried to get a handle on these issues but I knew that I needed help beyond my own ability to change. Continue reading “Shelby – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

Before I came to Mercy I was controlled by bulimia and depression. I hated myself and my life. Trying to fit in at school and competition with my older brother led to poor self-esteem and chronic dieting. I didn’t think anyone could help me, but I heard about Mercy from my aunt and decided to apply. Continue reading “Rebecca – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

Before coming to Mercy, I was completely hopeless and suicidal. I was sexually abused by a family member as a child and the rest of my family ignored it. I developed severe OCD as well as an eating disorder and would cry myself to sleep every night. Continue reading “Lora – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

Life before Mercy was miserable. I was sexually abused and became consumed with depression, suicidal thoughts, bulimia, and self-harm. I had no hope and didn’t think things could ever change for me. I found Mercy on the internet and decided to apply. Continue reading “Leviticus – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

Before coming to Mercy, I was depressed and barely functioning. I struggled with anorexia and bulimia and thoughts of food consumed my life. I also struggled with self-harm and substance abuse and frequently had thoughts of death. Continue reading “Leslie – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →

My life before Mercy was dark and lonely. I struggled with anorexia, bulimia and depression and my life revolved around thoughts of food. I spent most of my time sleeping and I isolated myself from others. I felt like I had failed at everything and was destined for a sad, horrible life Continue reading “Krista – Mercy Multiplied Graduate” →