Healing for Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse
Helping survivors understand abuse, begin healing, and find lasting hope through biblical wisdom and God’s grace.
Childhood abuse can leave wounds that follow us long after childhood ends. You may struggle with fear, shame, painful memories, or difficult relationships without fully understanding why. Yet your past does not have to determine your future.
I know this journey because I have walked it, and I want you to know that you are not alone.
Whether you are searching for answers, taking your first steps toward healing, or growing deeper in your faith, I pray you find the understanding, hope, and encouragement you need here.
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 that keep you downtrodden? I stopped looking back on the…
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) actions, and his (or her) actions always profess love for…
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 wondering what others think about you or your decisions. It…
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.