Emotional abuse has become more common and accepted in politics and the media. It’s widespread and under-reported, but should not be ignored. It can be more harmful than physical abuse, which is always preceded by emotional abuse. Emotional abuse includes mental, psychological, verbal, and financial abuse. Sometimes it’s overt and easily spotted, such as verbal attacks and […]
October is a month when the world turns its collective attention to a pressing and often hidden issue that affects countless lives: domestic violence. Designated as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October serves as a solemn reminder of the urgent need to address and combat the pervasive problem of abuse within intimate relationships. During this month, […]
Healing after betrayal is a process that takes time, self-compassion, and effort. Like anything else, there is no quick fix or magic potion. Instead, there will be effort and pain to get through and come out the other side. While it may not be easy, the following steps can help you navigate the path to […]
Common law marriage is a type of marriage that is not based on a formal ceremony or a marriage license, but rather on the couple’s behavior and how they present themselves as a married couple to society. Many believe that a couple cannot be considered in a common law marriage until they have represented themselves […]
Victims of betrayal can experience a wide range of intense and complex emotions. The specific feelings and their intensity may vary depending on the depth of the relationship, the individual’s personality and coping mechanisms, and the nature of the betrayal. Here are some common emotions that victims of betrayal may experience: Hurt: Betrayal often causes […]
Betrayal in a relationship refers to the breaking of trust, faith, or loyalty that one partner has placed in the other. It occurs when someone intentionally deceives, lies, or goes against the agreed-upon values, commitments, or expectations within the relationship. Betrayal can take various forms and can deeply hurt the betrayed person, leading to emotional […]
It is generally assumed that marriage is based on a loving, committed relationship between two people who mutually strive to keep it strong and healthy. Everyone anticipates, upon entering a marriage contract, that there will be ups and downs. Everyone knows that disagreements are bound to happen. With the love and commitment two married people […]
Anyone who has ever been in a relationship with a narcissist – whether it be romantic, familial, or otherwise – knows that their deviousness knows no bounds. They seem to be the smartest one in the room when it comes to cheating and causing disruption or upset of any kind: personally, socially, relationally, and, believe […]
Post-separation abuse refers to a pattern of abusive behavior that occurs after a couple has separated or divorced. It involves one former partner using various tactics to exert control, intimidate, manipulate, or harm the other partner, even though they are no longer together. Harassment Harassment: The abuser may engage in persistent and unwanted contact, such […]
Narcissists are antagonistic and selfish and can be abusive. Dealing with a narcissist is challenging. Whether the relationship is with a parent, sibling, or lover, love may feel out of reach. Do you feel emotionally abandoned or abused, vacillate between hope and pain, love and resentment, and staying or cutting off contact? Living together breeds […]