Healing Your Soul: How to Brave Through An Abusive Past

Experiencing abuse and trauma is one of the most damaging things to occur. Luckily, getting out is always an option and there are innumerable ways to enlist help.

But what do you do if your abusive past still catches onto you?

How do you move on?

Be Patient

You don’t have to deny what happened to you. An important part of trauma healing is to acknowledge the pain and turmoil so that you can brave through the healing process.

Be patient and kind with yourself. Healing takes time and is not a smooth process.

Become Active

A foolproof way of coping with pain and a troubled past is to acquire self control and utilize the free time. A great way of doing so is by becoming active.

When performing high intensity exercises, your mind begins to become better at mindfulness and your body becomes stronger. And not to mention the dose of dopamine and endorphins that arise post workout.

Take Control of Your Emotions

Abusive relationships from the past will haunt you from time to time – but it doesn’t mean you have to let them win.

Enlist yourself in some self defense classes like kickboxing or Muai Thai training. You’ll feel empowered, strong and in control of your feelings.

Find a Trusted Counselor

Speaking to a counselor about your journey will help you figure out ways of coming to terms with your past. Specifically, look for counselors trained in trauma, grief and divorce.

Professionals know how to guide you towards growth, especially after long periods of pain, trauma and abuse. So invest in yourself and your healing process.

If you wish to speak to a trusted individual, get in touch with the Newman Kahlon Foundation