Stop victim blaming because we all deserve love and kindness
Instead of saying this (victim blaming statement):
If I was you – I would have left ages ago!
Try saying this (supportive statement):
I understand there are barriers to leaving – please know I am here in any way to support you.
Instead of saying this (victim blaming statement):
He always seemed so charming and nice!
Try saying this (supportive statement):
I did not know him after knowing how he treated you, he appeared nice to others, I know he wasn’t to you and you experienced abuse from him- I am sorry for the way he treated you.
Instead of saying this (victim blaming statement):
What did you do to make him act like that?
Try saying this (supportive statement):
You did not deserve any of the abuse you received. You did nothing wrong – it is not your fault. Remember you deserve only love and kindness.
Let’s change the narrative together
Marita Jamieson-Barr
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