Monthly Archives: May 2015

Courageous women #12: Understanding my own anger

Posted on May 30, 2015 by christysarah99

Since my experiences with my ex husband, just hearing the term “anger” makes me think of my husband throwing the washing basket against the wall and I have flash backs of him with clenched fists, gritting his teeth while yelling … Continue reading →

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Courageous Women 11: Reaching out for help – admitting my anxiety and beginning my recovery

Posted on May 16, 2015 by christysarah99

One of the main medical problems I have had since living with day-to-day angry episodes from my husband is anxiety. My first ever anxiety attack was in India, where I hyperventilated. I think this was a fair response to a … Continue reading →

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Courageous 10: Haunted by you – Facing my denial

Posted on May 8, 2015 by christysarah99

I am beginning to understand that I can be assertive. I am beginning to give myself permission to speak out about my feelings and acknowledge my need for space when I am feeling hurt and vulnerable. I am learning to be kind to myself and what it means to put my own needs above the needs of others. The truth is, you cannot love if you do not first love yourself. You cannot give out of emptiness. To truly be able to help others, I have to be whole myself. I am on a journey, and the end point will be a life of total freedom where I will be at peace.
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