Alongside each history of violence there runs a parallel history of prudent, determined, and often creative resistance. The manner in which victims resist depends on the unique combination of dangers and opportunities present in their particular circumstances. Victims typically take into account that perpetrators will become even more violent for any act of defiance. Consequently,… Continue reading Thursday Thought — Victims invariably resist violence and other forms of abuse
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Thursday Thought — Is Verbal Abuse Really Abuse?
Update added March, 2025. Lundy Bancroft has now been exposed as a predator. Any red lettering in the post below is part of this update. [End of March, 2025 update.] "I wouldn't really call what he does 'abuse'. I mean, it's not like he hits me or anything." Have you ever found yourself saying something along… Continue reading Thursday Thought — Is Verbal Abuse Really Abuse?
