My Story Why did you decide to join AWA? I was in an abusive relationship for many years, after I decided to walk away when it crossed over into being physical, the abuse didn’t stop. I spent years terrified, scared of my own shadow because I didn’t know what was behind it. I joined AWA.... The post No longer terrified, thanks to AWA, she now encourages others to become empowered, confident! first appeared on Armed Women of America.