.png "Breaking the Cycle of Abuse and Poverty (1)")
Christmas is often seen as a time of happiness and joy, but for many survivors of domestic abuse, it can be anything but. The holidays can bring up painful memories and symptoms such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
My Grandmother used to say, 'none of us came to stay.' Truer words have never been spoken. The most recent loss of my brother is a daily challenge, especially during the holidays. If you live long enough, you'll eventually have to deal with the death of a loved one.
This is something that we have all heard many times. It makes me sick to my stomach every time I listen to it. I have never heard of "He can't keep a woman." Why is the pressure on women to "keep a man"?