Emotional Abuse Healing

This helpful guide reveals how those who have been emotionally abused can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image.

"Extremely informative and comprehensive." —Lundy Bancroft, author of Why Does He Do That? The world-renowned therapist and author of the groundbreaking self-help classic, The Emotionally Abused Woman, delves into one of the most destructive and powerful weapons of the abuser: shame. And reveals its most powerful antidote . . . Does your partner humiliate you, especially in front of others? Is your partner impossible to please? Are you convinced something is wrong with you? Are you too ashamed to admit you are being abused? In The Emotionally Abused Woman, therapistBeverly Engel introduced the concept of emotional abuse, one of the most subtle, yet devastating forms of abuse within a relationship. Now Engel exposes the techniques the abuser uses to break your spirit and gain control—and guides you in how to free yourself from the shame that can keep you from the life, and the love, that you deserve. By using your deepest fears against you, the abuser strips you of self-esteem, dignity, and humanity—making you feel unworthy and utterly powerless to escape. But you possess a potent tool with which to combat shame: self-compassion. In these pages, Engel shows you how to access it. Using her highly effective Shame Reduction Program, she helps you jumpstart the process of recovery by offering specific steps to help you heal and regain self-confidence. An invaluable resource for both men and women who suffer from emotional abuse, as well as therapists and advocates, Escaping Emotional Abuse is a supportive, nurturing guide for anyone seeking to break the chains of shame, and gain the emotional freedom to create healthier, lasting relationships. "A warm, compassionate, and incredibly insightful guide through the recovery journey." —Jackson MacKenzie, author of Psychopath Free “I highly recommend this book for anyone—female or male—who suspects they are being emotionally abused.” —Randi Kreger, co-author of Stop Walking on Eggshells and author of The Essential Guide to Borderline Personality Disorder “A roadmap to healing from the entanglement of shame and abuse.” —Darlene Lancer, LMFT, author of Conquering Shame and Codependency

Whether caused by words, actions, or even indifference, emotional abuse is common--yet often overlooked. This helpful guide reveals how those who have been abused by a spouse, parent, employer, or minister can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image. It includes •strategies for dealing with the verbal abuser •self-check quizzes with each chapter •keys to rebuilding relationships •letters from survivors of emotional abuse •help dealing with spiritual abuse •a biblical plan for healing

Develop the essential tools to recover from emotional abuse and regain your safety and strength Emotional abuse is a pattern of nonphysical bullying behavior used against a victim to hurt, undermine, and control them--and it can often be difficult to recognize what it looks like and how it feels. The Emotional Abuse Recovery Workbook provides therapy-based strategies that will help you identify, acknowledge, and understand emotional abuse, and begin the process of recovery. Learn how to recognize the warning signs, remain vigilant in threatening situations, and understand that you are not to blame for what happened to you. With positive and actionable exercises for relief and healing--along with space to write and reflect on what you learn--you'll become empowered to regain your freedom and sense of self. The Emotional Abuse Recovery Workbook features: A two-part approach--Begin with information that puts your experience in context, then move into a guided examination of your relationships that will direct your path to recovery. For all relationships--Find resources and treatment for emotional abuse that is perpetrated by anyone--not just romantic partners. Break the cycle--By arming yourself with the knowledge to detect and defend against patterns of emotional abuse, you'll be able to prevent it from happening in the future. Begin the proven path to understanding, preventing, and moving on from emotional abuse.

A Journey to Healing After Emotional Abuse is a holistic journey of healing of the mind, body and soul for women who have previously suffered emotional abuse. Coming from a Christian perspective, the book helps the reader set healthy boundaries with her former abuser, and learn to take care of herself. It helps her examine any abuse from her childhood, and, if necessary, assists her in seeking counseling. It gives her pointers for winning custody of her children in family court, then it gently walks with her as she strengthens her relationship with God, while helping her on her path to forgiveness. Finally, the book helps the reader explore whether she is ready for a new relationship and marriage. If not, it encourages her to strive for contentment as a single woman who brings glory to God. If so, it guides her through the steps to finding a godly man who will cherish her as a daughter of the King.

For over a decade I endured emotional abuse from my spouse - the person who is supposed to love me more than anything in the entire world. I was broken, beaten down and became an emotional shell of a being. From rock bottom, I had two choices: give up or fight back. I chose the latter. I want to help you do the same. I'll tell you my story and show you how you can come out of the other side just like I did. This book has 9 steps that can be used as a road-map to guide you through the difficult navigation of emotional abuse, including: - The warning signs of emotional abuse - What causes emotional abuse? - Taking back control - Leaving your abuser - Rebuilding you and your self-esteem As a survivor, I wrote this short book to my former self; I wanted it to be the book I needed when I was in an emotionally abusive relationship. I hope it can be of help to you during the undeniable heartache of an abusive partnership.

Many books have been written about toxic relationships, narcissistic partners and emotional abuse, but few provide such an honest, emotionally wrenching insider account of the destruction of a seemingly happy relationship from the start. Join Lauren as she moves through what appeared to be a happy relationship to an emotional nightmare. Along the way, you will learn about all the signs and symptoms of a toxic relationship first hand and discover Lauren's reactions and strategies for survival. You will also follow Lauren as she discovers hope and healing and finds what she is really looking for in a healthy relationship. Few books capture the brutally honest experiences and stories of emotional abuse as does Lauren's book, which will help you to grow and heal along the way.

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