Abuse Quote by Lundy Bancroft
““Abuse grows from attitudes and values, not feelings. The roots are ownership, the trunk is entitlement, and the branches are control.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Abuse Cycle, Lundy Bancroft, 2002
Abuse stems from ownership, entitlement, control, not feelings.
In simple terms: Abuse rooted in power dynamics.
Key Takeaway
Identify and challenge power‑based abuse.
Themes
abuse
power
ownership
entitlement
control
Mood
serious
educational
Type
non‑fiction
awareness
When to use this quote
- domestic violence
- workplace bullying
- parental control
- social policy
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize entitlement in relationships?
- What steps can dismantle control structures?
A Different Perspective
Power dynamics can be subtle and hidden.
