Abusers tend to blame their abusive behavior on "love." When I was a victim, I remember people telling me that I was "lucky to have someone who loved me so much." Granted, the people saying this did not know the whole entire story, but as a victim this message is confusing and damaging. Abuse is NOT Romantic. It is NOT love. It is abuse. It hurts. It destroys lives. This is why I am launching the "ABUSE IS NOT ROMANTIC!" campaign. Read what some other victims have to say and check out the "You Call This Love" Box in the sidebar to see more. Add your own examples in the comment section, or email me (lifeafterdatingapsycho@gmail.com) send me a message on facebook or twitter to have your examples written out like the ones below.
Add your own examples by posting a comment below or email them to lifeafterdatingapsycho@gmail.com to see them added to this list. Check out the "You Call This Love" Box in the sidebar to see more.
I love this. I was a victim and people said the same thing to me. You're right, abuse is not romantic. Thanks for everything, your blog is super inspiring and helpful.
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