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, unable to see the light ahead. Please know, even in these moments, progress is happening. You are still standing, still trying, still moving forward in your own time.
Sometimes, a few words can shift everything. Words of hope, reminders of strength, or affirmations of who you are beyond your trauma. That’s why I’ve created this uplifting list of positive affirmations—to help ground you, rebuild your confidence, and empower you to step into a brighter future when it feels out of reach. Create your own or adapt these to fit you better:
- I am more than what happened to me; my past does not define my worth.
- Every small step I take is a victory in my healing journey.
- I deserve love, safety, and respect in every part of my life.
- My strength grows with every challenge I overcome.
- It’s okay to rest and prioritize my well-being; I am healing at my own pace.
- I release blame and guilt that do not belong to me.
- I am reclaiming my voice, my power, and my life.
Along with affirmations, here are two actionable tools to help you on your healing journey:
- Types of Abuse Worksheet Awareness is the first step in reclaiming your power. This worksheet helps you understand different forms of abuse, from emotional to financial, creating clarity about what you’ve experienced and validating your feelings. Download it here.
- The Recovery Roadmap This resource offers a step-by-step guide to healing, tailored to survivors of relationship abuse. It’s a compassionate and practical way to start rebuilding your sense of self and reclaiming your life. Explore the roadmap here.
Remember, healing is not about perfection; it’s about showing up for yourself one moment at a time. You deserve joy, safety, and love, and the road to reclaiming these is entirely yours to take.
For additional tools and resources, visit catrinalpcs.com. You are not alone, and support is always within reach.
Blessings and healing,
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