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A few people have made the comment about how me sharing my story is me being vulnerable. Their comment is a good thing, they appreciate that I'm willing to do that to help others.
But actually, I actually disagree. I felt vulnerable when I lived in fear of my dad. Now that I've stood up to him and he's not in my life, I have nothing to be afraid of.
Sharing my story is actually very freeing for me. I feel like I make more sense to people because I don't have to keep secrets. I can just tell people how I'm feeling or what I'm thinking.
When people share their stories in return, they give me insight into what they've learned and maybe give some more tools to help me in my journey.
I no longer have to feel ashamed and embarrassed. Even if you didn't live the life I and so many others have, you now understand what it's like. You can ask me questions so I can try to give you a better understanding and we can just have an open conversation.
I don't worry what other people think. This wasn't my fault. I didn't treat others like that.
Remember the whole strategy of an abuser is to keep you isolated. They count on you keeping the secret and pulling away from everyone. They enjoy they have that control over you. Take your control back! They don't deserve to have that power over you!
If you don't know what to write about in your journal, just write "I'm taking my power back! I am in control of me!". Write it as many times as you need to for as many days as you need to. You deserve better!
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