Abuse Quote by Beverly Engel

It is far more important to know myself and take care of myself than it is to look good to others.

— Beverly Engel

“There came a time in my life when I had to admit to myself that I have some very clear narcissistic tendencies. Ironically, it…

— Beverly Engel

“If you live your life to please everyone else, you will continue to feel frustrated and powerless. This is because what others want may…

— Beverly Engel

Survivors have a difficult time expressing their feelings. They are more accustomed to minimizing their pain and hiding how they really feel, both from…

— Beverly Engel

“As you recover, you will feel more conscious of your surroundings. Freed from the ‘fog’ of your pain, fear, and confusion, you will awaken…

— Beverly Engel

“You may be operating from the belief that you must do everything yourself because no one will ever be there for you. Or you…

— Beverly Engel

You have the right to your own ideas and opinions, to make your own decisions, and to have things go your way at times.…

— Beverly Engel

“Many neglected and abused children grow up to be adults who are afraid to take risks of striking out on their own. Many will…

— Beverly Engel

“This is particularly true of those who "love too much" and those who tend to lose themselves in their relationships. Sometimes our love becomes…

— Beverly Engel

Critical words to a child are as painful and damaging as being physically hit. They are verbal slaps in the face. Usually, critical words…

— Beverly Engel

“emotional abuse is much more than verbal abuse. Emotional abuse can be defined as any nonphysical behavior that is designed to control, intimidate, subjugate,…

— Beverly Engel

Positive and powerful: Sometimes people won't like me, and it's okay. Positive and powerful: I like me, and that's all that matters. Positive and…

— Beverly Engel