How To Spot an Abuser- Clue #3: Walking on Egg Shells

While the signs of physical abuse are more obvious, the more subtle ones of emotional abuse are sometimes harder to discern. Yet they are just as damaging. This brings us to one of the hallmarks of emotional abuse. You know you are with an abuser if that person has you walking on egg shells.

This means you find yourself tip toeing around your partner's moods. It's when you edit your own thoughts and ideas always using a filter before you speak to them. Why? To keep from setting them off. The antidote to this is self validation. See the affirmation below and repeat it as often as necessary!

If you’ve witnessed any of the domestic violence warning signs, it’s important to recognize that domestic violence is not normal, and no human being ever deserves to be abused. There is no shame in seeking help or looking for an escape. You are not responsible for what has happened, but you are responsible for what happens next. You have the power to help yourself.

If you or someone you know is in need of crisis and counseling services, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or TTY 1-800-787-3224.

Hotline advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year to provide confidential crisis intervention, safety planning, information and referrals to agencies in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands or online at http://www.thehotline.org/

May you be happy, healthy, safe and at peace.

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