How to Forgive Yourself for Becoming a Victim of Emotional Abuse
Self-understanding can help you forgive yourself. KEY POINTS Self-forgiveness is one of the most powerful steps you [...]
How to Stop Believing What an Abusive Partner Says
An abuser's perceptions, evaluations, and beliefs are usually faulty. KEY POINTS If an abuser continually focuses on [...]
Healing Emotional Abuse With Self-Kindness
Healing Emotional Abuse With Self-Kindness KEY POINTS Self-kindness is a powerful tool to help heal emotional abuse. [...]
Healing Emotional Abuse Through Self-Compassion
Part 1: How practicing self-compassion can help heal emotional abuse. KEY POINTS Self-compassion is a powerful tool [...]
Fighting the Temptation to Go Back to an Emotional Abuser
Three important steps to help you stay strong when you are tempted. KEY POINTS It is normal [...]
When You Need to End an Emotionally Abusive Relationship
7 signs that it's critical to end your relationship for your health and safety. KEY POINTS People [...]
Child Abuse/Neglect Can Predict Emotional Abuse in Adults
Research shows a relationship between child abuse and interpersonal violence. I do not wish to engage in [...]
Recovering from the Lasting Shame of Emotional Abuse
Recovering from the Lasting Shame of Emotional Abuse After escaping an emotionally abusive relationship, shame needs to be [...]
Why Shame Is the Most Damaging Aspect of Emotional Abuse
Why Shame Is the Most Damaging Aspect of Emotional Abuse Heal your shame in order to end an [...]
Coping Styles in the Time of Crisis
Coping Styles in the Time of Crisis How prior trauma can affect the way you cope with the [...]
Coping with the Coronavirus with Mindfulness and Compassion
Coping with the Coronavirus with Mindfulness and Compassion How these two tools can help combat fear and stress. [...]
The Damaging Role Silent Partners Play in Child Sex Abuse
The Damaging Role Silent Partners Play in Child Sex Abuse Betrayal, trauma, and the consequences Psychologists understand [...]