What Happens When You Trauma Dump on People?

Feb 11, 2025

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A thoughtful and introspective digital artwork depicting a person sitting on a park bench at dusk, looking contemplatively at the city skyline. The scene has a warm but slightly melancholic color palette, with soft glowing lights from distant buildings. A subtle visual metaphor, such as a small storm cloud hovering above the person’s head, represents emotional burden. The image evokes the themes of loneliness, reflection, and emotional healing.

Does it feel like your social support system is slipping away just when you need it most? Healing from emotional abuse is one of the hardest journeys you’ll ever take, and losing friends or family connections during this time can feel devastating.

As a survivor of emotional abuse who shares custody with a narcissistic ex, I’ve walked this path myself. Wh…

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