Wake Up with Determination, Go to Bed with Satisfaction

Every day is a new opportunity for growth, especially for those who have endured the scars of gender-based violence (GBV). The journey toward healing can feel overwhelming, but the key to recovery often starts with a powerful mindset: “Wake up with determination, go to bed with satisfaction.”

Determination: The First Step Toward Healing

“Wake up with determination.” Each morning presents a fresh chance to take one step forward, no matter how small. For survivors of GBV, the desire to heal can feel distant, but it starts with the smallest of efforts, whether it's reaching out for support, deciding to speak your truth, or simply taking a moment to care for yourself. Determination doesn’t need to come in grand gestures; sometimes, it’s the quiet act of choosing to face another day with strength.

Healing requires inner resolve, and every effort made toward recovery is a victory. Determination builds resilience, helping survivors move from a place of hurt to a place of strength.

Satisfaction: A Reflection of Progress

“Go to bed with satisfaction.” This isn’t about measuring your progress against anyone else’s standards, but about celebrating the strides you’ve made, no matter how small they may seem. Satisfaction doesn’t necessarily mean a finished journey, but it’s the acknowledgment of progress.

For survivors, satisfaction means recognizing that their worth is not defined by their trauma. It’s about finding peace in knowing that they are not alone and that every small step forward contributes to a larger, brighter future. The journey toward healing can be long, but each day brings something to be proud of.

The Power of Determination and Satisfaction

These words hold more power than they might seem at first glance. “Wake up with determination, go to bed with satisfaction.” It’s a reminder that healing is a daily process. Some days will feel easier, others harder, but each step, no matter how small, counts.

Healing from GBV is not linear. Some days may be filled with setbacks, but it’s important to remember that the determination to move forward, combined with the satisfaction of progress, will guide you through.

Every person who has faced the horrors of gender-based violence deserves to feel empowered, healed, and supported. Starting each day with determination and reflecting at night with satisfaction is a reminder that recovery is possible. Let’s keep standing together, offering support, and making it known that no one is alone in their journey.