Sometimes, the hardest part of healing is realizing you deserve better.
Dear Survivor,
If you’ve been questioning your experiences or feeling like something isn’t right in your relationship, trust that inner voice. One survivor I worked with bravely shared how her partner’s words left her doubting her instincts and second-guessing her reality. Small remarks escalated into constant dismissals, making her feel “crazy” for even bringing up her feelings. It wasn’t until she named this behavior as gaslighting that she could clearly see the pattern of emotional abuse.
That moment of awareness was life-changing. She began exploring these experiences in therapy and connecting what she was feeling to other damaging patterns in the relationship. Through this process, she reclaimed her truth and the courage to stop accepting narratives designed to keep her small and silent.
If you’re navigating similar emotions, the Types of Abuse worksheet is here to help you connect the dots. It can shed light on other damaging behaviors you may not have realized were abusive. Another helpful tool is the Red Flags of Abuse guide, which outlines common warning signs to help you better understand and trust your gut feelings.
Healing is a process, and you don’t have to do it alone. Trust your instincts, lean into supportive resources, and remind yourself every day that you are deserving of love, safety, and respect. Small steps forward can lead to monumental change.
Blessings and healing,
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