You deserve peace, freedom, and a life centered on you. Dear Survivor, Whether you are in an abusive relationship, recovering from narcissistic abuse or just navigating a world where your partner’s actions have you questioning yourself, this article is for you. It’s common to feel caught up in watching what a current or former partner […]
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Dear Survivor, How do you know when a relationship is truly building you up or quietly breaking you down? Relationships are meant to be a source of love, safety, and growth. But when you’ve experienced domestic violence or relationship abuse, understanding what a healthy relationship looks like can feel like navigating uncharted waters. It’s not
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April 16, 2025 Some days feel impossibly heavy, but even on those days, small steps toward healing can ignite hope. Dear Survivor, Healing from domestic violence or relationship abuse is not linear. It’s a path filled with highs and lows, strength and vulnerability. On the hardest days, it might feel like you’re stuck in place,
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April 14, 2025 If you’re anything like me, you start with research. Before exploring deep therapeutic work, I wanted to understand what I was going through. I read anything I could get my hands on, desperate to make sense of my experience. Books became my lifeline. I’d identify, highlight, and reread parts I needed to
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April 13, 2025 Healing begins with the small, brave act of choosing to believe in yourself again. What if journaling could be the bridge that helps you rebuild that belief? Dear Survivor, Starting over after experiencing relationship abuse takes incredible courage. Your strength is evident in every step forward, no matter how small it feels.
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April 11, 2025 Understanding the truth about domestic violence can be the first step toward healing and empowerment. Dear Survivor, The path to healing begins with knowledge and self-compassion. Unfortunately, there are countless myths about domestic violence that do more harm than good, leaving survivors feeling misunderstood or even doubting their own experiences. Today, we’re
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April 10, 2025 Dear Survivors, Where you are right now is exactly where you’re meant to be. Life after experiencing domestic violence or relationship abuse is not measured by a single finish line. It’s a winding, deeply personal path, and every step forward, no matter how small, is monumental. But often, comparison sneaks in, casting
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April 9, 2025 Hello Survivor, First, I want to take a moment to honor the remarkable step you’ve taken by leaving an abusive relationship. That takes courage, strength, and resilience. You might now be in a place where the external harm has ceased, but if you’re struggling with harsh self-talk or lingering doubts, know that
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April 8, 2025 Dear Survivor, There’s a moment that sticks with me, one I still replay in my mind. I remember standing there, second-guessing everything I felt, everything I saw. My intuition was screaming, but I silenced it. The mistake? I didn’t trust myself. And in the aftermath of gaslighting, that isn’t just an oversight;
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April 6, 2025 Dear Survivor, If you’ve survived narcissistic abuse, please know this first and foremost: you are not alone. The road you’ve walked has been incredibly difficult, but your strength in getting to this point is truly remarkable. Narcissistic abuse is insidious. It operates quietly at first, wearing down your confidence, your identity, and
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