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“You Belong to Me” Uncovering the Ownership Belief at the Heart of Abuse
At the centre of abuse is ownership. Beneath the charm, the threats and the control lies the conviction ‘you are mine’. To someone abusive,...
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The Painful Grip of Hope in Abusive Relationships
Hope is often celebrated as one of the strongest forces within the human spirit. It carries people through hardship, inspires personal growth, and sustains...
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“I’ll Take the Kids”: How Threats Trap Victims in Abuse
When people ask, “Why didn’t you just leave?” they often fail to see the invisible prison built through threats. These warnings lock victims into...
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Abusive Entitlement: Why Domestic Abusers Believe You Owe Them
Domestic abuse doesn’t appear out of thin air. It stems from a particular way of thinking - a mindset that convinces the abuser that...
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Words of Strength from Survivors to Those Still Living in Abuse
When I asked on social media what messages survivors would want to share with people who remain in abusive relationships, I anticipated some heartfelt...
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Why “It Takes Two” Is a Misleading Idea About Domestic Abuse
The saying “It takes two to tango” is often used when talking about relationship struggles, carrying the suggestion that both partners are equally to...
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Why Imagining How You’d Handle Abuse Overlooks the Victim’s Reality
When survivors of domestic abuse share their stories, they are often met with an outpouring of reactions from friends, acquaintances, and even strangers. Many...
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The Abuser in Therapy: When Psychological Terms Become Tools of Control
Therapy is often seen as a space for growth and restoration. Yet when misused by someone abusive, it can become a subtle yet insidious...