Ignoring texts. Creating arguments out of thin air. Bringing up resolved arguments. Recruiting others against you. Initiating smear campaigns through gossip. Calling you crazy. Sending strings of argumentative messages. Lying about what they said…or did. These may be indications of a verbally abusive situation. Although these seem tame compared to the definition of physical abuse, verbal abuse, especially over time, can have lasting, harmful effects.
In fact, it can start as something innocuous, and grow and fester over time, leading to damaging effects. In pursuit of my physical wellness through weight loss, I'm uncovering layers of weight that I have carried most of my life, proverbial weight on my mind and heart. "Only the mindset matters," says my mindset coach. So, I'm taking a time out today to call it what it is--abuse--and move forward by sharing my experience and findings with you.
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If you are experiencing something that "just doesn't feel right", I encourage you to seek counsel with someone who does. Whether it is a life coach, therapist or psychologist, mental health professionals can support you in defining your experiencing and helping you work through your feelings.
For somewhere to start, I recommend Life Coach Amanda Brooke. As a third-generation life coach with 20 years of applied experience, she has taught me the tools to manage life's challenges better than ever. Feel free to reach out to me for details on my experience, or check out her "Free Your Mind" 90 day program at amandabrookelifecoach.com/freeyourmind.
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Referenced Resources:
"What is Verbal Abuse?" | Medical News Today
Lisa A. Romano | Breakthrough Coach & Author
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