This is part one of an astonishing account by Melissa Byers, who lives in Florida.

Melissa has always been a trusting soul. Today, she is a true survivor. She was the victim, several times, of the insidious methods predators use to lure innocent people into relationships and then slam an emotional door shut on them.

Today's serial abusers are crafty individuals. They practice their techniques and learn what makes them attractive and then how to turn the screws. When they get a target in their sights, they don't stop until a successful capture is made. Melissa only saw the good in these men she married. Men who took complete advantage of her.

It would be tempting to believe this would never happen to one of us, but when you hear Melissa’s story, you might think differently.

This is her survivor’s story, so you know it will have a positive ending. But the path to Melissa’s freedom came with life-threatening perils. Be sure to listen to this episode, and then suggest it to those you care about.

Bill Mitchell  WhenDatingHurts.com

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