When people say "no pain no gain", they mean it may be hard to reach your goal, but persevere and you'll come out fine. What about when what you just want to be safe and loved? Should you stick it out and continue taking the abuse? Is it cowardly to run? The scars on this body may be permanent, but don't let them define you. They are just proof of all you have lived through, and that you came out the other side alive.