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.
Love is Action Not a Feeling
Love is action, not a feeling, and the actions of a man (or woman) tell you he (or she) loves you. Words can change on a whim, but his (or her) consistent actions of devotion and support tell you he (or she) loves you. When a man’s (or woman’s) words always match his (or her)…
How to Overcome the Fear Exposing Abuse Secrets
It’s hard to overcome the fear of exposing your abuse secrets, telling what happened (your story of abuse) when you’re fearful of an abuser, and carrying the burdens of guilt and shame. You might feel scared to share your experiences of child abuse, sexual abuse, and domestic violence because of anxiety. You could find yourself…
When You Find Love a Poem
When You Find Love is a Poem by L.M. Carleton. When you find love,you’ve changed toxic behaviors. When you find love,you’ve overcome emotional anguish.