Missing someone who hurt you does not mean you’re broken. It means you’re human. Dear Survivor, A survivor once asked me, “Why do I still miss him? After everything he did, why do I still feel drawn to him?” That question lives inside so many survivors. And it’s often followed by shame. The answer, more […]
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Grief can come not just from loss, but from finally seeing the truth. Dear Survivor, Letting go of an illusion can hurt more than letting go of a person. I remember grieving not just the relationship, but the future I imagined, the words I believed, the version of love I tried to hold together. It
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Trauma bonding can feel invisible — yet it powerfully keeps survivors tied to abusive relationships. Dear Colleague, Understanding trauma bonding is essential if we want to offer true survivor empowerment. The more we understand trauma bonding, the better we can support survivors in breaking the cycle and reclaiming their healing journey. 👉 Resource to Support
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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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