Some books inform. Some books inspire. And then some books hold your hand when the world feels like it’s falling apart.

I Have Been Called to Survive is one of those books.

Written by Lewis, Y. K — author, poet, and survivor — this guide was born from a keynote speech never yet delivered on stage but spoken countless times in the mirror. It’s a voice that knows the storm intimately: emotional abuse, financial control, spiritual manipulation, and the quiet unraveling of self-worth. And it’s a voice that chose to rise.

This book is not just a resource. It’s a roadmap. A lifeline. A companion for anyone navigating the painful, often invisible terrain of domestic violence.

🛠 What’s Inside

Whether you’re still in the relationship, preparing to leave, or rebuilding after abuse, this guide offers:

• How to recognize covert abuse — emotional, financial, spiritual, and psychological

• What financial abuse looks like and how to protect yourself

• Safety planning checklists for leaving an abusive relationship

• Documentation tips to help the system take you seriously

• What to expect when systems fail — and how to keep going

• Grounding poems, affirmations, and prayers to steady your heart

• Resource maps and support contacts for survivors

💬 Why This Book Matters

Too often, survivors are told to “just leave.” But leaving is a process — one that requires strategy, support, and emotional strength. This guide doesn’t just tell you what to do. It walks with you, step by step, offering truth, tools, and tenderness.

It’s also a powerful resource for counselors, pastors, and advocates who want to support survivors with compassion and clarity.

📚 Who It’s For

• Survivors seeking a clear, faith-rooted roadmap

• Counselors, pastors, and advocates supporting survivors

• Book clubs and support groups exploring resilience and restoration

🛎 Need Immediate Help?

If you or someone you know is in danger, please reach out: National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 Text START to 88788 or visit thehotline.org

🌱 Ready to Reclaim Your Life?

I Have Been Called to Survive is available now. Take the first step toward healing, hope, and wholeness.

👉 Claim It Now