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When Your Abuser is You…

Some mornings, the first thing I hear isn’t an alarm, but a voice already disappointed in me. Before I even get out of bed, she’s there: “You should have done more yesterday.” “You’re already behind.” “Why can’t you get it together like everyone else?” When I catch my reflection, she notices every flaw before I can blink. When I try something new, she whispers that I’ll fail.

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The Power Of Sharing Your Story

By: Eileen Shea It’s not uncommon for abuse victims and survivors to stay silent, even after they’ve escaped their tormentors because of the layered fear that exists in sharing their stories. Will they be seen as weak to have allowed the abuse to happen? Will they be seen as needy for asking for help? Will…

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