The Pain of Being Dismissed: A Silent Form of Abuse

For those of us who have endured a lifetime of shame and belittlement, there’s something equally insidious that often follows: dismissiveness. It’s quieter than outright criticism, but it cuts just as deep. Dismissive behavior is not just an oversight—it’s a form of emotional neglect and abuse. It makes you feel invisible, unworthy, and unimportant.

I’ve…