Shadows of Control

For many, escaping domestic abuse is just the beginning of another nightmare—one where their abusive partner refuses to relinquish control, and they are constantly watched, followed, and threatened. shadowsofcontrol.com/articles/post-…

People think escaping abuse should feel like relief. But no one warns you about the grief, the aching loneliness that may creep in at night. You miss the good moments, the dreams of a happy family, the times they held you close. You miss the person they were before, or at least…

True love doesn’t demand you abandon yourself. You should never be made to feel responsible for someone else's happiness at the expense of your own. #CoerciveControl

Manipulators prey on kindness, twisting it into a tool for control. #Manipulation

Conditional love is a tool for control, not a true connection. Choose relationships that value your worth unconditionally. #EmotionalAbuse

Violence is not random. It follows a clear, predictable pattern, often beginning with verbal and emotional abuse, intimidation, and physical acts, before progressing to direct violence. Know the signs. shadowsofcontrol.com/articles/warni…

“Everything happens for a reason.” When people say this to an abuse victim, it diminishes their pain, suffering, and trauma. Survivors need understanding, not spiritual platitudes. #EmotionalAbuse #SupportSurvivors

Abusers use tactics like manipulation, guilt, and control to maintain power over their victims. Recognizing these strategies is the first step to breaking free. What patterns did you notice? #DomesticAbuseAwareness

Abuse is isolating. Even with people around you, but no one sees what you’re truly going through. The world sees the brave face, while you struggle in silence. You long to reach out, but you feel trapped & fear no one would believe the reality of your experience.

Survivors deserve to share their stories without shame or fear. #SpeakYourTruth

Healing means making peace with the parts of yourself that survived the storm. Allow yourself grace and understanding. #HealingJourney

Gabby Petito’s murder could have been prevented—the bodycam footage shows how Brian Laundrie manipulated police using classic abuser tactics. Gaslighting, DARVO, and emotional manipulation worked in his favor, leaving Gabby unprotected. Here’s how it happened. ⬇️…

Abusers often use past trauma as a way to explain their actions, portraying themselves as victims who can’t control their behavior. While everyone’s past shapes who they become, it is not acceptable to use it as an excuse for abuse. They choose to abuse and they are accountable

Abusers often wear a mask for the outside world, hiding their true nature behind charm and manipulation. What’s one truth you wish others could see? #DomesticAbuseAwareness

When abuse is only recognised in its most extreme forms, countless victims are left unseen. Media portrayals convince many survivors their experience doesn’t qualify—because others had it worse. shadowsofcontrol.com/articles/when-…

You call your partner out for lying, cheating, or abusive behavior. Their response? “Why do you always have to bring up the past?” Abusers thrive on rewriting history. If they can convince you that you’re the problem for ‘dwelling on the past,’ they don’t have to acknowledge…

Question: “How could you have fallen for someone like that?” Answer: Abusers are often charming at first. They know how to make you feel special and loved. The control only start once they’ve gained your trust, making it easy to miss the warning signs early on. #CoerciveControl

Seek those who cherish your progress, not those who tear it down. #FindYourPeople

Joanne’s story of surviving an abusive relationship reveals how emotional abuse can start subtly and escalate into control and fear. shadowsofcontrol.com/video/survivin…

“You’re still not over it? It’s been years” Healing from abuse has no set timeline. Everyone’s journey is unique, & trauma can linger long after leaving. Comments like this ignore how complex healing is. Offer understanding—true healing takes time.