I relate. I was in the same kind of abusive relationship and didn't realize it for so long until I finally began to understand, and then I left. But physically leaving was only the beginning of leaving, I liearned, as I had to then also emotionally and mentally and spiritually leave to come all the way back to myself and rebuilt from the inside. I recovered my voice and wrote poetry again, which helped me further heal, and eventually published a book of these poems. I'm so glad you aren't there anymore x
Thank you so much for sharing this with me. It really means a lot to hear from someone who understands what it’s like. You’re right: leaving physically is just the first step, and the emotional and mental healing takes a lot of time and effort. And sometimes, just when you think you’ve dealt with it, something brings you back. Mostly fleetingly, but sometimes it grips on again mentally until it’s ready to be released.
I relate so much to what you said about having to rebuild yourself from the inside out. It’s exactly like deconstructing who you were conditioned to be.
It’s amazing that you found your voice again through writing poetry and even published a book. Inspiring, even! That’s such a great way to process what you went through and help others who might be in a similar situation.
I’m glad you’re in a better place now, too. Thank you again for reaching out! I’d love to read your poetry, and will especially appreciate it even more knowing that it’s what helped you to heal!
Proud of you, Sheryl! I relate! I feel like multiple foundations have collapsed beneath my feet through the years—figuring out who I really am after leaving an abusive mom and siblings behind, figuring out what I really believe as a Christian after I left the church I was raised in, and figuring out what I believe about society after the illusions of the state programming started to clear! All things I will be writing about as I continue to solidify my new foundation beneath me!
Sarah, thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I appreciate knowing that we’re on the same page in many regards, and look forward to seeing you explore these topics in your publication.
I relate. I was in the same kind of abusive relationship and didn't realize it for so long until I finally began to understand, and then I left. But physically leaving was only the beginning of leaving, I liearned, as I had to then also emotionally and mentally and spiritually leave to come all the way back to myself and rebuilt from the inside. I recovered my voice and wrote poetry again, which helped me further heal, and eventually published a book of these poems. I'm so glad you aren't there anymore x
Thank you so much for sharing this with me. It really means a lot to hear from someone who understands what it’s like. You’re right: leaving physically is just the first step, and the emotional and mental healing takes a lot of time and effort. And sometimes, just when you think you’ve dealt with it, something brings you back. Mostly fleetingly, but sometimes it grips on again mentally until it’s ready to be released.
I relate so much to what you said about having to rebuild yourself from the inside out. It’s exactly like deconstructing who you were conditioned to be.
It’s amazing that you found your voice again through writing poetry and even published a book. Inspiring, even! That’s such a great way to process what you went through and help others who might be in a similar situation.
I’m glad you’re in a better place now, too. Thank you again for reaching out! I’d love to read your poetry, and will especially appreciate it even more knowing that it’s what helped you to heal!
Proud of you, Sheryl! I relate! I feel like multiple foundations have collapsed beneath my feet through the years—figuring out who I really am after leaving an abusive mom and siblings behind, figuring out what I really believe as a Christian after I left the church I was raised in, and figuring out what I believe about society after the illusions of the state programming started to clear! All things I will be writing about as I continue to solidify my new foundation beneath me!
Sarah, thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I appreciate knowing that we’re on the same page in many regards, and look forward to seeing you explore these topics in your publication.
It’s good to see you here!
Been rebuilding after breaking it all down five years ago . . .
I’m glad you made it to the other side!
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