Yoga is an amazing therapy. It is not just a form of exercise, but a rite of passage. It can be calming and soothing, while being incredibly challenging. More importantly, it retrains your focus back onto yourself, grounding and uplifting you. This is so important for most of us, but even more so for… Continue reading Yoga: Connecting mind and body after abuse
Category: Positivity Blogs
The injustice in proving child abuse
There is a distinctive injustice in proving child abuse. It lies in two words ‘prove’ and ‘child’. I was physically, sexually and psychologically abused for 10 years, from the age of 2 until 12 by my now ex step-father. During this time, I was told I was stupid, ugly, useless, worthless and unlovable nearly… Continue reading The injustice in proving child abuse
6 Manifestations of Trauma
Having experienced trauma in the form of child abuse first hand, I can safely say it changes you. It shapes you into the adult you will grow to be, and influences every decision you make. Most of these decisions are the subconscious kind – the ones you don’t really stop to think about,… Continue reading 6 Manifestations of Trauma
The truth about loving yourself first
Loving yourself is harder than most think. Especially if someone in your life has made a point of telling you you are not lovable. I write about my experiences with child abuse. I write about how difficult it was to get over being told I am ugly, stupid, worthless, and useless. My ex step… Continue reading The truth about loving yourself first
12 Positive Intentions to become a Survivor
Living through any trauma is difficult, no matter your age. Living through child abuse has tremendous challenges. It is not just about surviving; it is about surviving well, about being a survivor. What is the difference? One is living as a victim of the abuse, while the other, a survivor. The Victim A victim… Continue reading 12 Positive Intentions to become a Survivor