Many feel alone believing they are the only one to experience the many facets of abuse. Many times I've been shocked hear another woman's moment and know I wasn't alone, it happened to others. Not to long ago, I witnessed an abuse of someone else that played out moment by moment exactly as an event from 20 years past in my own life. Understanding these patterns, these repeats helps us to understand ourselves, our experiences, and most importantly, how to break the cycle. You are not alone.
Thursday, July 7, 2016
Trauma and Forgiveness.
Overcoming trauma in all its forms is a hard thing. Feeling traumatized does not mean you do not forgive have not accepted Christ's Atonement. Trauma and forgiveness are two separate human states. One can forgive someone who struck out at them repeatedly. But later, when someone raises a hand to high five, you may find yourself ducking for cover, and confused. As you wonder why you reacted that way, you may remember the cause. Forgiveness aside, it's still hard to allow someone to bring their hand near your face. Please understand the difference between trauma and forgiveness.
Labels:
abuse,
escaping abuse,
helping abused,
ptsd,
suicide,
trauma
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