Honoring Your Strength and Courage
Dear Mothers,
As we celebrate Mother’s Day, a day dedicated to honoring the relationship between a mother and her child, I want to take a moment to recognize and commend you for your courage, strength, and perseverance. As a mom, I know how difficult it can be to help your child navigate the complex challenges of today’s world. Your ability to do this despite years of being made to feel unworthy, unseen, and unlovable is truly inspiring.
We see how your heart breaks when your children are scared, how you comfort them at night, and how hard you are working to give them a future without fear. Your bond with your child is a testament to your strength and love, and it is a relationship that we honor not just on Mother’s Day, but every single day of the year.
For some of you, the journey to healing and becoming the incredible woman, you were always meant to be is just beginning. For others, the thought of taking the first step toward a life free from fear can feel overwhelming. Please know that you are not alone. No matter where you are on your path to healing, we are here to walk alongside you. Your journey of healing is not only creating a life free from fear for your child, but it is also breaking the cycle of violence and teaching them the importance of healthy relationships.
On this Mother’s Day, our wish for you is that you feel the love and admiration we have for the incredible work you have done to stay strong and to survive, with the hope that your children and the generations to come will someday live free from fear. Remember, there is a community filled with love and support for all that you are, and we are here to help.
You are an incredible mother. You are worthy. You are loved.
With deep respect and appreciation,
Maricela Rios-Faust
CEO of Human Options
