Responsibility and Healing in Abuse Survivors

The responsibility for healing from abuse does not lie solely with the survivor but with the abuser. It is essential to recognize that healing is not easy, and feelings of anger and unfairness are valid. Healing does not necessitate forgiveness towards the abuser. It is acceptable to acknowledge the unacceptable behavior, release the control it has, and move forward without forgiving the abuser. True healing does not require forgiveness, and it is okay to prioritize self-recovery over the pressure to forgive.