March 27, 2025 Dear Brave Survivor, Healing is deeply personal. For those who are survived abuse and trauma, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by expectations or comparisons. You might wonder why your progress doesn’t look like someone else’s or feel frustrated because it seems like you’re moving slower than you think you should. But here’s […]
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March 26, 2025 Dear Survivor, Abuse can take many forms, and recognizing the different types is a crucial step toward prevention and healing. The Types of Abuse worksheet is a tool designed to shed light on these patterns, helping individuals understand the many ways abuse can manifest in relationships. It’s so much more than being
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March 24, 2025 Hi there, We know that sometimes, life can feel unbearably heavy. If you’re a survivor of domestic violence or someone who loves and supports a survivor, please know that you are not alone. Healing isn’t a straight path, and it’s okay to move at your own pace. Recovery takes time, and the
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March 21, 2025 Dear Survivors, You deserve relationships built on love, mutual respect, and safety. But for many survivors, the emotional chains of trauma bonding make it difficult to break away from unhealthy or abusive dynamics. You’re not alone, and it’s possible to find freedom and healing. Today, we’re focusing on trauma bonding — what
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March 20, 2025 Hello friends, Abuse isn’t always easy to spot, especially when it comes from someone close to you. It can start subtly and escalate over time, often leaving you questioning your own experiences. But here’s an important truth: abuse is never okay, and you deserve to feel safe and respected in your relationships.
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March 19, 2025 Dear Survivor, One of the most common questions you might find yourself asking is, “How did I end up here?” It’s not an easy question to face, and it’s one that often comes with self-blame. But the truth is, it didn’t happen overnight. The path into an abusive relationship is often paved
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March 17, 2025 Leaving an abusive relationship is an incredibly brave step that requires careful planning and support. Safety is the most important priority during this process, as your abuser may escalate their behavior if they sense change. A well-thought-out safety plan can help protect you and your loved ones as you transition to independence.
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At the start of a relationship, jealousy might feel like a natural reaction—one that highlights care and attachment. It’s not uncommon for a partner to occasionally feel uneasy when someone of the opposite sex compliments you. But jealousy can morph into possessiveness, leading to a relationship dynamic that feels stifling and overwhelming. Knowing the difference
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The devastating effects of emotional abuse are often invisible but run deep, leaving lasting scars on the mind and spirit. Unlike physical abuse, which may leave visible marks, emotional abuse operates in subtle, insidious ways that can profoundly affect one’s sense of self, mental health, and overall well-being. It’s crucial to shed light on this
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Gaslighting is a subtle but highly destructive form of emotional abuse that leaves victims doubting their own reality. It’s a tactic manipulators, including abusive partners, often use to disorient their victims and maintain control. Recognizing the common phrases gaslighters use is the first step in reclaiming your confidence, clarity, and sense of self. If you’ve
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