The WORST Thing You Can Say to an Abuse Survivor

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Shared August 17, 2026

Most people say, "set better boundaries," "it takes two," or "just forgive" and think they're helping. They're not, trauma changes the nervous system. Survivors already blame themselves. What they need first is safety, validation, and support. Instead of "Why don't you just leave?" — ask: "What do you need to feel safe today? "That one question changes everything. #emotionalabuserecovery #narcissisticabuserecovery #traumahealing #emotionalabuse #abusesurvivor #nervousystemhealing #mentalhealth #therapistexplains #blackwomenhealing #shorts ✨Let's Connect! 🌐 Website: www.restorativetherapy.info/ 📧 Contact: restorativetherapyinfo@gmail.com FB Support: [www.facebook.com/groups/1480409263193098/]