February 2026

Abusive relationships rarely announce themselves as abusive. They don’t begin with cruelty or control. More often, they begin with intensity—deep connection, possessiveness, jealousy, constant attention, a sense of being seen or chosen. There may be grand promises, emotional closeness, and the feeling that this relationship is somehow different from anything you’ve known before. And then, […]

Leaving an abusive relationship is often described as freedom—but for many survivors, it doesn’t feel that simple. The moment you walk away, the chaos may stop, yet the impact lingers quietly in your body, your thoughts, and your sense of self. Healing doesn’t begin with relief alone. It begins with facing what remains. Abuse does