When Jenni met her husband, she thought that he was kind and different. But as they got more serious and eventually married, his abusive
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It can be challenging to grasp the significant impact caused by narcissistic parents. It has longstanding effects that often linger into adulthood, leading to
Abuse does not discriminate. It can happen to anyone. Children, teens, adults and the elderly all can be victims of abuse. Violence happens in
Abuse is always a choice, and it is never the victim’s fault. This is essential for anyone to know who is responding to or
We are grateful to our friend “Tobey” for sharing her story about the workplace abuse she experienced. Many of us know what it feels
Most people are familiar with the term “gaslighting,” but how many really know what it means? Our guess is relatively few do. The term
Meet Katy. Katy was born in Cleveland, OH. and was raised in a loving, conservative Christian home. When she was 22, she met and
We are thankful for Michelle’s bravery in sharing her story of healing from abuse by a covert narcissist. In this abuse survivor story, you’ll
In this story, Vesper (not her real name) met her boyfriend in another state. They had a fast beginning to their relationship when she
In this survival story of emotional abuse, you’re going to learn about Yaya and her relationship/marriage with a narcissist who kept his abusive, narcissistic
Today, we are sharing a survivor story of emotional abuse from a brave woman, named Crystal (a pseudonym to protect her privacy.) In this
In this story, we are proud to introduce you to a brave, powerful woman named Nicole. She experienced the unfathomable as a child and
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Becoming the Parent Your Child Needs After Abuse and Trauma
This blog was written for us by Dr. Christine Cocchiola, a researcher, educator, and expert in coercive control and its impact on children and adult survivors. You know that feeling when you hear the door open. ...
What No One Tells Protective Parents About Family Court
This blog was written for us by Dr. Christine Cocchiola, a researcher, educator, and expert in coercive control and its impact on children and adult survivors. You went into family court expecting it to see what ...
From Trauma to Triumph: My Journey Through Abuse and Injustice
How Has The MEND Project Helped You? I was looking for websites which validate the experiences of parents who have gone through hell via the family court system. I found yours, which offers an opportunity ...
Boundaries in Abusive Relationships: Learning to Care for Yourself
When you’ve lived in a confusing, difficult, or abusive relationship, boundaries can feel challenging and even impossible to set. Many survivors spend years coping, adapting, and accommodating, twisting themselves into knots, hoping that if they ...
Detaching With Love: A Practical Guide for Emotional Well-Being
The phrase detaching with love is a concept rooted in setting healthy boundaries within relationships, especially where abuse has been present. It’s about maintaining compassion and kindness while emotionally separating from another person's problems, allowing ...
The Truth About Forgiveness and Healing From Abuse
“I hope you heal from things no one ever apologized for.” This phrase resonates deeply for survivors of emotional abuse, coercive control, and any harmful relationship. It acknowledges a reality far too common: many people ...
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