More times than not abuse roots from childhood. Physical abuse...mental abuse...they are both one in the same. Not one is any greater than the other. Some are taught severe dicipline as their esteem is broken down..their self confidence run down to the ground by constantly instilling in their precious minds their lack of self worth. Not knowing the true power and Love that is contained within their selves.
The abuser more than likely was abused at one time or another or through their own childhood...from poverty stricken areas...alcohol..drugs..the list goes on as the chain grows. They need to feel in control as they themselves feel powerless. It is their own lack of that has erupted. As well as those who carry an evil seed.
Children are raped and beaten ...as well as adults and the elderly. Abuse comes in all shapes and forms. Nothing is exempt.
There is so much help out there Most feel they are trapped with no hope. You are not trapped. Living in fear has paralyzed one in moving forward. Is it easy making that first step? No..Taking that first action into freedom will get the ball rolling. Getting out of an abusive situation is the first step. Do it for your self and for your children so they may grow in a positive way as well as you.
The children are our future..we are their future.
The next step is going within the self and healing those aspects that are in need of healing that may or may not be deep rooted. Once one has released the hurt and pain, then the healing begins. Don't expect this to happen over night. Take one small step at a time and be good to your self. There is help and support all around. How would one be happy with others if they are not happy themselves? Healing will bring joy as joy will bring happiness..Happiness will bring harmony as harmony will bring balance. Love your self for within your self is pure Love. Break this vicious chain that has no power..only the power you allow it to give through fear. It is a choice we all have to make to learn and grow. Choose not to be a victim. As you move forward and heal the pain and the mental scars are gone...only the memory is there.
I know...I have been there
Peace..Love and Light
Walk In beauty
SageHawk