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Dealing with my issues for the first time

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Hello all,

I have just decided to tackle this issue head on. For too many years I have pretended that the abuse did not affect me, and I should just forget about it and never mention it to my family or anyone for that matter.

Now I realize that I was deceiving myself and it has a grip over me, albeit sub consciously, and it is clouding my judgment of men and relationships.

What can I do? I am due to see a counselor. Any words of encouragement and prayers are appreciated.

Thank you and God bless.


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Hello all,

I have just decided to tackle this issue head on. For too many years I have pretended that the abuse did not affect me, and I should just forget about it and never mention it to my family or anyone for that matter.

Now I realize that I was deceiving myself and it has a grip over me, albeit sub consciously, and it is clouding my judgment of men and relationships.

What can I do? I am due to see a counselor. Any words of encouragement and prayers are appreciated.

Thank you and God bless.


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You are doing the right thing.
I would just like to point out that it's only by the grace of God
that we even face the thing that we have been denying,
so if God has given you the grace to begin,
have faith that He will also give you the grace to continue.
Expect Him to be there with you each step of the way.
I am very happy for you.
May God pour out His mercy and grace on you, and richly bless you.
 
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