At just three years old, Avonley Lightstone tried to save her mother from a house fire — but lost her. Shortly after, her father gave her up for adoption, and she endured years of emotional and physical abuse in a home where love felt conditional. But her story doesn’t end in pain — it rises in faith.In this powerful conversation, Avonley shares how she turned tragedy into testimony, writing her book Strength of Scars to help others find healing, forgiveness, and purpose.✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ How to heal from childhood trauma and abandonment✅ The power of forgiveness — even for those who hurt you most✅ Why faith can transform pain into purpose✅ Breaking generational trauma for the next generation✅ Practical tips to nurture yourself when you feel alone🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn your scars into strength — and why your story matters more than you think.How to connect:https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Scars-Avonley-Lightstone/dp/B0F8PKWW3Vhttps://www.tiktok.com/@avonleylightstoneShoot me a text!Support the show10 Things About You: Self-Exploration Journal https://www.amazon.com/shop/truecrimeconnectionspodcast htpps://www.truecrimeconnections.comhttps://www.instagram.com/truecrimeconnectionspodcast/www.tiktok.com/@truecrimeconnections