Today I want to share a few thoughts about a natural response of our body that receives a lot of stigma – Freezing during a distressful situation. People who have experienced freezing in violent situations are often shamed for their reaction. A survivor’s freezing reaction is wrongfully used to blame the survivor. In many cases, …
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Journey of Recovery: The Power of Distance, Independence, and Technology in Abusive, Guilt-Tripping Relationships
Till I was 21 years old, I thought it was okay to be a punching bag. HOW TECHNOLOGY BECAME MY POWER TOOL IN MY ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIP WITH MY FATHER: Today, I am embracing my empowerment and independence from the abusive relationship I have been for 23 years. Till I was 21 years old, I thought …
Compassion. Community. Culture. 