Abuse Quote by Erin Merryn
““She was so upset about a blog that maybe a total of six people read yet had no compassion for her granddaughters who had suffered the physical and emotional pains of sexual abuse and whose lives were changed forever. The two cannot even be compared, yet when someone is in denial about what happened, they cannot perceive what is true. It seemed too hard for her to let her mind go there and believe her grandson could do such terrible things.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Mother of All Violence by Erin Merryn, 2018
A mother’s focus on a minor grievance blinds her to the profound trauma of her granddaughters, showing how denial can block empathy and truth.
In simple terms: Denial blocks empathy and truth.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront denial.
Themes
denial
empathy
trauma
family
truth
Mood
sad
reflective
concerned
Type
narrative
personal
ethical
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- support groups
- justice advocacy
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
ethical responsibility
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does denial protect us?
- What steps can we take to see beyond our own grievances?
A Different Perspective
Denial may be a coping mechanism that protects the self from painful reality.
