Shatter the Silence To those struggling with mental illness, abuse, molestation, or domestic violence-or those caring for someone facing that anguish-L. D. Smith has a simple message: you are not alone. To Shatter the Silence, as Smith's new book does, is to take a step toward freeing yourself of the devastation. Smith's book of journal entries and flashbacks to as far back as twelve years old records all the pain and horror of mental illness or abuse-and also the moments of faith and hope. You are worthwhile. Things can improve. Listen to Smith's story and talk about yours with trusted friends and professionals-and in the process, release the negative hold around you.