Abuse Journal

Wisdom to Overcome Childhood Adversity

Throughout my healing journey, I’ve learned that even in the most challenging times, a glimmer of hope can break through the darkness, even when the fear of abuse feels overwhelming.

I remember moments when fear clouded my thoughts and influenced my decisions. The weight of past trauma left me feeling lost, burdened by sadness, guilt, and shame. I often sought to hide from those who hurt me and isolated myself to escape difficult situations. The emotional pain feels like a never-ending punishment.

At times, I met individuals who provided support, offered guidance, and shared wisdom to illuminate the path to freedom. Although moving out of the darkness to overcome adversity felt overwhelming, it was possible.

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  • The Benefits Of Understanding Your Life Story

    I’ve learned to understand your life story. Your life narrative requires deep self-reflection. Reflecting on times of suffering, you explore memories for answers.

    As you ponder, afflictions experienced and unacknowledged grief come to light. The more in-depth you examine and uncover and are willing to reveal, the more you understand yourself.

    Deep in thought, you distinguish people who let you down or lead you astray further into darkness — those who caused you pain and the anguish you caused others.

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  • The Importance of Being Your Authentic Self

    I discovered the risks of imitating another artist’s creations and the importance of being authentic in art class.

    He dressed in bright pastel shirts, ornate ties, brown or black creased pants, and polished shoes like an artist’s work. Thin silver bracelets swayed, and square-ish rings were a signature.

    Teaching students the principles of Fine Art was more than a profession.

    Mr. Geraue taught you how to be authentic.

    I loved Art class.

    My fondest memory. An assignment to create a Halloween design on a poster board. The best pictures would proudly hang in store windows around town for fall celebrations.

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  • Profit From Suffering By Learning Life Lessons

    Don’t waste suffering by wallowing in darkness when you can profit from suffering by focusing on learning life’s lessons in trials and tribulations. – The battle every believer faces.

    I prayed to God for guidance a few days ago. I was confused about the direction to take with writing the Memoir and relinquished control to Him. I wasn’t expecting a fast response or ready for His answer.

    His answer became clear while listening to “Profiting from Suffering” by Dr. Charles Stanley on InTouch Ministries (my favorite).

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