Luck follows the brave: from refugee camps, abuse, and suicide loss to living the dream - Aida Šibić

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• As a teenager in Bosnia, Aida Šibić witnesses the horrors of war.
• She and her family leave loved ones behind as they flee religious persecution and ethnic cleansing, escaping to refugee camps, then fleeing to America.
• They must live on government assistance while learning to communicate and support themselves.
• Aida soon discovers her love of technology, which paves the way to her financial independence and successful career in cybersecurity.
• But Aida's personal dreams-a happy family, a loving husband-often feel out of reach.
• In the U.S., she laughs again, experiences romance, and travels.
• With war seemingly behind, Aida recounts the long-term effects trauma left on her family.
• As a domestic and emotional abuse survivor, Aida fights to provide safety and stability for her two children.
• She writes about the tragic loss of a close family member to suicide, sharing vital information about suicide prevention and helping other survivors feel less alone.
• Aida's story demonstrates Bosnian Inat, a term for stubborn and determined desire to persevere despite all obstacles.