Shania Twain, the renowned singer, is shedding light on the traumatic experiences she endured during her childhood and her courageous stand against it.

In a recent interview with The Sunday Times, she shared insights into the lengths she went to in order to protect herself from the abuse within her household, particularly from her late stepfather, Jerry Twain.

Recalling those distressing times, Twain revealed how she resorted to hiding her physical attributes by compressing her chest with ill-fitting bras to downplay her femininity.

She expressed the challenges of being a girl in her home, where being unnoticed seemed like the safest option.

In her 2011 memoir, “From This Moment On,” Twain had previously disclosed the abuse inflicted by her stepfather, Jerry, and the tragic loss of both him and her mother, Sharon, in a fatal car accident in 1987.

She recounted moments of standing up against Jerry’s abusive behavior towards her and her mother fueled by anger.

The singer also shared the struggles she faced beyond the confines of her home, dealing with unwanted scrutiny and objectification of her body in society.

These external pressures only reinforced her internalized shame and discomfort with her own femininity.

Following the tragic loss of her parents, Twain found herself performing late-night gigs as a singer at a resort hotel to provide for her family.

Amidst this challenging period, she grappled with societal expectations and perceptions of her femininity, feeling pressured to project a certain image while navigating unwarranted advances.

Twain candidly expressed feeling exploited and cornered into conforming to a certain standard of femininity for the sake of her career.

Despite feeling coerced, she felt compelled to navigate the male gaze and potential threats to her safety while trying to maintain her dignity.

As she entered her mid-20s, Twain underwent a transformative journey towards self-acceptance and appreciation of her body.

By the time she secured record deals, she exuded a newfound confidence that demanded respect and set clear boundaries in her interactions.

Looking ahead, Twain is gearing up for her upcoming Queen of Me Tour next year, coinciding with the release of her latest album titled “Queen of Me” on Feb. 3.

Her resilience and growth serve as an empowering narrative for young girls to embrace confidence and self-assurance.

For individuals grappling with abuse and seeking assistance, resources such as the National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233) or online platforms like thehotline.org offer support.

Remember, help is available for those in need.