Crafting "Get Out and Stay Out" Through Metaphors
Writing a book is often described as a journey, but for me, creating "Get Out and Stay Out" was more like an excavation of my own past. This work is a deeply personal exploration of my escape from an abusive relationship, my determination to remain free, and the emotional whirlwind that accompanied my decision. To convey these complex emotions, I delved into the world of metaphors, allowing readers to dive into the depths of my experiences.
Metaphors, I realized, could be my bridge to connect with readers on a profound level. They allowed me to express the inexpressible, making the emotions I felt more relatable. As I embarked on this writing journey, I ventured deep into my own mind, aiming to provide readers with a visceral understanding of the emotional rollercoaster I had endured.
In "Get Out and Stay Out," I took readers into the dark, turbulent seas of my experiences, describing the waves of fear, the storm of self-doubt, and the struggle to keep afloat. These metaphors allowed me to encapsulate the intensity of my emotions and create a more immersive reading experience.
But metaphors aren't just about vivid imagery; they're about inviting readers to step into the shoes of the author. They enable readers to see their own struggles and triumphs in the story, fostering empathy and connection. As I shared my story, I hoped that readers would find solace in recognizing their own battles within the pages of my book.
"Get Out and Stay Out" is not just a memoir; it's a testament to the power of storytelling and the way metaphors can help us communicate the most complex aspects of the human experience. Through metaphorical language, I was able to convey the depth of my emotions, making my journey of escape and healing more relatable and, ultimately, more impactful. Writing this book was a cathartic experience, but it was also an opportunity to connect with readers and let them know they are not alone in their struggles.
Make Room For Yourself
Book One
Shavonne Bulmer
Genre: Memoir and Biography
Date of Publication: 16 August 2023
ASIN: B0CFZQDS39
Number of pages: 60
Word Count: 19661
Book Description:
This is a story of my journey of getting out an abusive relationship and the emotional and mental challenges I faced when deciding to do so and trying to remain out.
If you are someone who wants to get out or have got out an abusive relationship, this eBook brings awareness to the challenges you will face when doing so. I am someone who successfully got out and stayed out of an abusive relationship, I share my journey, pain and start to recovery within this book.
May this bring awareness, hope and encouragement!
Excerpt- Cracked Heart
My
heart is cracked, as the warmth of my love starts to seep through the wounds of
my heart it is being replaced by the chills of the cold wind forming tiny
icicles along the openings of the cracks. The warm song of my heart is being
replaced with the cringing howl of the wind, the howl that carries the message
of hurt and brokenness. My heart was once full but now it is hollow allowing
the howl of the wind to echo through my empty chambers of my heart as it
becomes the Grim Reaper, blowing away any fragments of shattered memories and
hope.
My
heart that was once Summer is now Winter, Autumn was skipped which has resulted
in my heart not being able to adapt to the rapid drop in temperature and now
has the appearance of a glittering glass web spun by the black widow spider of
hurt. The cracks shimmer from the light dancing off the icicles as the light
tries to leave an encouraging promise of hope… hope that my heart will beat
again. My heart is so empty that the emptiness creates a burden of heaviness
that slows down the beat of my heart to a loud thump.
Winter
brings about comfort of rest, I need to rest now in hibernation. I will rebuild
what is broken, revive what it dead and fill what is empty, this will take
time. The Winter season of my heart will eventually pass into Spring allowing
my heart to adapt to the increase in temperature and no longer resemble the
cracked glass of sadness.
Shavonne is an abusive relationship survivor who decided to leave her abusive relationship at 34 weeks pregnant, move towns and restart her life. She has written about her journey to bring awareness to the challenges she faced both mentally and emotionally to bring encouragement and hope.
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