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Resisting the Urge to Expose a Covert Abuser

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The urge to expose your covert abuser is natural. But it’s frought with danger and can lead to even greater depression.

Wants and Needs Are Not the Same

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Wants and needs are not the same things. And sometimes what we crave, no matter how badly, is the last thing we truly need.

Avoid Self-Blame to Maximally Empower

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Self-blame in the aftermath of a toxic relationship is common. Victims blame themselves for not realizing things sooner and for tolerating things too long.

Finding Joy by Creating It

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Finding Joy Finding joy in life seems hard these days for all too many. There are several reasons for this. For one, the very way some of our daily lives are structured can easily suck the joy out of living. And, if we happen to be in a relationship with a disturbed character or have … Continue reading Finding Joy by Creating It →

Helplessness Need Not Become Hopelessness

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When it comes to relationships with disturbed characters, knowing why you feel helpless, and redirecting your attention and energy where you truly have power changes the whole game.

The Keys to Self-Empowerment

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The main key to self-empowerment is simple: keep your attention, time, and energy focused where you have power.