Sometimes, the bravest thing a survivor can say is no more.
Dear Survivor,
There was a moment in my own journey when I whispered two words that would change everything: no more. I didn’t shout them. There was no dramatic scene. Just a quiet declaration made in the middle of an ordinary day that felt like the beginning of the rest of my life.
No more tolerating the disrespect
No more ignoring the knots in my stomach
No more shrinking myself to avoid someone else’s explosion
I didn’t know exactly what healing would look like or how long it would take. I just knew I couldn’t stay in the pain I was in. That knowing was enough.
If you are standing at that edge right now, feeling the tremble in your chest, wondering whether you’re strong enough to say no more, let me tell you this. You already are. Your body, your spirit, your intuition have been speaking to you. And if you’ve read this far, you’re already listening.
When we survive narcissistic abuse or emotional abuse, our minds can become tangled in self-doubt. Coercive control can silence our instincts and confuse our reality. Whether you experienced domestic violence or a subtler form of relationship abuse, your pain is real and valid.
You don’t need permission to choose yourself. You don’t need all the answers right now. You just need one courageous yes to your own healing.
To help you map out what comes next, I encourage you to explore The Recovery Roadmap. It’s a gentle guide for survivors who are ready to rebuild and reclaim their lives.
Blessings and healing,
Catrina
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