Abuse Quote by Susan Weitzman
““When a woman is convinced that she can stop the violence in her marriage, her stubborn determination feeds her sense of failure each time she sees that she can’t regulate her husband’s demands and abuses. In a perverse type of review, she may then ask herself how she could have been so stupid as to overlook the early warnings. This further diminishes her self-esteem.””
About This Quote
Source Article: Domestic Violence and Self‑Esteem, Psychology Today, 2020
A woman's belief she can end marital abuse can backfire, worsening self‑esteem when she cannot control her partner's behavior and blames herself for missed warnings.
In simple terms: Self‑blame after failed attempts to stop abuse harms confidence.
Key Takeaway
Recognize external control limits and seek support.
Themes
self‑esteem
abuse
self‑blame
resilience
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
advice
psychological
When to use this quote
- counseling
- support groups
- legal aid
- personal safety planning
Key Concepts
psychology
victimology
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can external support change self‑esteem?
- What steps protect safety without self‑blame?
A Different Perspective
Self‑esteem also depends on external help; personal change alone may be insufficient.
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