Was She Living Her Best Life Or Was This The Life She Deserved?

Abusers use emotional, psychological, and physical abuse followed by apologies, promises, and affection to control their victims. The recipients of abuse often feel they are the cause. Their self-esteem and self-worth have been destroyed, and they think this is the best life they will ever have. I know I did. I felt I was damaged goods, and no one else would want me. I had to try hard...