Tag: Unhealthy Relationships
How Does Childhood Abuse Affect Your Adult Life?
For many years, I didn’t understand the lasting effects of childhood abuse and neglect, or how those experiences affect your adult life by shaping the mindset and foundation I carried into adulthood. I didn’t understand why I felt unloved, struggled in relationships, endured domestic violence, or never seemed to find lasting peace. I thought enduring…
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)…
5 Ways to Prevent a Toxic Relationship with Drama
What is a toxic relationship with drama? Toxic relationships develop when one or both people are mentally unhealthy and emotionally unstable. When a relationship starts on shaky ground, the toxicity identified by excessive drama increases unhealthy behavior patterns (passive aggression, manipulation, jealousy, etc.). These harmful behaviors create a toxic situation with emotional highs and heartfelt…
About Abuse Journal
Childhood abuse can leave wounds that shape the way we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. But our past does not have to determine our future.
Through honest reflection, personal stories, biblical wisdom, and faith-filled encouragement, Abuse Journal offers adult survivors hope and guidance as they seek healing, spiritual growth, and freedom through God’s grace.
More than a memoir, The Secret Darkness is an invitation to every survivor who wonders if healing is possible. It is a story of resilience, redemption, and the life-changing hope that your past does not have to define your future—and that freedom can be found beyond yesterday’s shadows.
L.M. CARLETON
Rescued by Grace