6 habits that helped me heal from emotional abuse

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... Read moreHealing from emotional abuse can feel daunting, but integrating productive habits into your daily routine can foster resilience and empowerment. The first habit involves journaling your feelings, especially when impulses to reach out arise; this practice helps process emotions constructively instead of backsliding into negative patterns. Secondly, creating a "truth list" can combat the tendency to romanticize the past, offering clarity about your experiences. Cutting ties is essential for healing; unfollowing and blocking former partners eliminates unnecessary reminders of the pain. Moreover, giving yourself permission to feel all emotions, including grief, is a powerful step towards recovery. It's crucial to understand that allowing yourself to feel does not equate to being weak; instead, it underscores a commitment to self-compassion. Finally, replace self-blame with self-acceptance by acknowledging your worth as a survivor. Remember, healing is an intentional journey, and by sharing your own healing habits, we can foster a community of support.

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Ty for this my only issue is the no contact bc we share kids but the journaling to help keep from texting and the writing what happened instead of falling into the romanticizing makes so much sense

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This is so helpful in my life right now . thank you 🫶🏿🙏🏿

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