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“I was forced into marriage when I was just a child, without any say in the matter.”

“The weight of this marriage and the expectations placed on me are overwhelming, and I feel trapped in a life I never wanted.”

The Absence of Choice

“I was forced into marriage when I was just a child, without any say in the matter.”

From the moment my family decided who I would marry, my life was no longer my own. When the time came, I was thrust into a marriage I never wanted, told it was for my own good and that it would bring honor to my family.

But for me, it feels like my entire existence has been stripped away, handed over to someone I barely knew. I am expected to serve him without question, with no regard for my own desires or dreams.

• How can I find my voice when my life has been dictated by others?

• What does it mean to sacrifice my happiness for a tradition that doesn't protect me?

This marriage feels more like a prison. I am trapped—not just by my husband but by the relentless expectations of my community. If I dare to speak out or resist, I am blamed, as if it’s my fault for not being obedient enough.

They tell me this is my duty, but I feel like I’m suffocating under the weight of a life I never chose.

The Fear of Consequences

“The weight of this marriage and the expectations placed on me are overwhelming, and I feel trapped in a life I never wanted.”

Every day is a struggle, filled with emotional and sometimes physical abuse. I long for freedom, but the fear of bringing shame to my family keeps me from leaving.

It feels like I have no power over my own life, as if my happiness doesn’t matter. No one seems to care about what I want or how I feel; it’s as though my needs have been erased.

• Is there a way out of this suffocating existence?

• Will anyone ever acknowledge my pain and help me reclaim my future?

Each day is a constant battle to survive, knowing this wasn't the life I chose. I feel lost, trapped in a cycle of despair, and my voice has been silenced. Yet, deep within me, I cling to the hope that one day I can break free from these chains and create a life that truly belongs to me.

If this resonates with you, know that you are not alone. There are those who understand your pain and want to help you find your way to freedom and self-acceptance.