Wisdom to Overcome Childhood Adversity
I remember how fear of abuse traps you in darkness, trauma makes you feel lost and consumed with sadness, guilt, and shame. The emotional pain feels like an endless punishment that’s impossible to escape.
Along the journey to overcome childhood adversity, I learned that even in the darkest moments, a glimmer of hope breaks through—even when fear of abuse is overwhelming.
Although stepping out of the darkness to overcome adversity feels daunting, genuine healing and life-changing freedom are achievable with the wisdom that illuminates the path to an abundant life.
Living in Fear is a Trap
When I look back over my 52-year life, one thing stands out the most: I’ve spent a good share of it “living in fear.” I lived in fear of an abusive husband finding me in fear of judgment, having run away, leaving my two children behind. And the fear of what others thought about me. In…
Healing the Heart After Domestic Violence
Healing the heart of Domestic Violence means recognizing who you have become as a child or as you enter the situation. Acknowledging the past and recent experiences in life are reflected outward through actions and reactions. The personal choices you made in life. It’s two people crushed in spirit. I’m a 20+ year survivor of…
How to Overcome the Fear of Being Vulnerable
How can you learn to overcome the fear of vulnerability? The best way is to do what you fear, walking by faith. Having suffered abuse at the hands of parents, a boyfriend, a husband, or a stranger leads to being fearful and distrustful. The last thing you want to do is be vulnerable. Vulnerability to…