That's my niche. Pathetic and sweet.

To those whose abusers constantly threatened but rarely acted on their words.

To those whose abusers would treat them well at times.

To those whose abusers would tell them the abuse was “for the best”, “out of love”, or “in your best interest”.

To those whose abusers told them the abuse was just a “joke”, or “prank” or “game”.

To those whose abusers would stop talking to them as a form of punishment.

To those whose abusers would still feed and shelter them, yet completely emotionally neglect them.

To those whose abusers gaslighted them into believing the abuse never happened.

To those whose abusers used uncommon techniques or methods to hurt them.

To those whose abuse was swept under the rug because it was ‘unbelievable’ or ‘impossible’.

To those who do not have proof of the abuse they endured.

Have you always believed the abuse was actually normal parenting? Me too. Do you feel like you’re making it up, or exaggerating stuff? Me too.