Resilience is not a cure, but it is a powerful shield. Every moment a child is affirmed, listened to, encouraged, or offered a choice—they heal. Every time they are helped to express a feeling, solve a problem, or try again—they grow stronger. The road beyond abuse is not linear. But when we build up a child’s capacity to cope, connect, and believe in their own value—we don't just help them survive. We give them a fighting chance to thrive.