Healing for Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse
Childhood abuse can leave wounds that follow us long after childhood ends. Fear, shame, and painful memories often shape the way we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Yet our past does not have to determine our future.
I know this journey because I have walked it myself.
Abuse Journal is a place of hope for adult survivors of childhood abuse and domestic violence. Through personal stories, practical guidance, faith-filled encouragement, and healing resources, my desire is to help others move beyond the pain of yesterday and discover the freedom that healing makes possible.
No matter where you are on your journey, you are not alone. Healing is possible, hope is real, and even the deepest wounds can become part of a story of restoration.
Abuse Journal Is Now Available for Pre-Order
For years, Abuse Journal has been more than a blog. It has been a place to reflect on the realities of childhood abuse, domestic violence, faith, forgiveness, and the long journey toward healing. What began as personal writings during my own recovery has grown into a collection of lessons, reflections, and hope shared with readers…
After Ten Years, The Secret Darkness Is Complete
As you may know, I started writing on Tumblr to release the anguish of abuse—all the pain buried for years. Why Did You Start a Reflective Life Writing a Blog At first, the memories came in bits and pieces—scattered reflections of childhood, broken relationships, and living in fear. The more I wrote, the more memories…
When Secrets Come to Light
There are moments in life when we look back and realize that God was working long before we understood what He was doing. When I registered Abuse Journal on October 5, 2020, I thought I was creating a website to encourage other survivors of childhood abuse and domestic violence. As a self-taught website developer, I…
The Value of Reflective Writing for Abuse Survivors
Hello again! It’s been two years since you’ve read a new reflective writing post on Abuse Journal. I must confess that reflecting on the past took a toll on my emotions. I asked myself; How far do you want to look back, how deep do you want to dig to uncover the moments in life…