I don’t have any bruises or scars, so you’d never know. What actually constitutes emotional or financial abuse can be so subtle. For nearly three decades, I’ve lived in a nearly constant state of confusion, moving between being triggered by emotional abandonment and wondering if I was the one who was crazy. Maybe at times … Continue reading The Hidden Abuse No One Talks About
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When Silence Becomes Abuse: Navigating Emotional Stonewalling
The Hidden Pain of Emotional Neglect and Its Toll on Women Abuse isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s wrapped in silence—stonewalling, denial, and emotional distance that can leave a woman feeling invisible, unloved, and unsafe. This has been my reality in a relationship that mirrors the same wounds I experienced growing up. I internalized the anger … Continue reading When Silence Becomes Abuse: Navigating Emotional Stonewalling
Choosing Love and Freedom: Honoring Myself in the Journey Forward
"Today I am set free from unhealthy situations. I acknowledge the courage it takes to break free and trust that I will find a life of peace and authenticity."Daily Reflection – January 4, from Daily Affirmations for Adult Children of Alcoholics by Raquel Lerner For most of my life, I’ve been working to free myself … Continue reading Choosing Love and Freedom: Honoring Myself in the Journey Forward