Tag: child abuse

With Un-Shattered Mind

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The passage explores personal growth, self-reflection, and the complexities of self-forgiveness amidst life's challenges.

The Agony of Letting Go

~ Vennie Kocsis

I yearned to press your storied palms to my lips; to kiss the hands that hold tales of silent battles and quiet victories.

When Memories Fade: Living Without Childhood Photos or Mementos

~ Vennie Kocsis

When childhood memories are erased, a piece of the soul is thrown away.

Reaping Ufology

~ Vennie Kocsis

A deep-dive into cult dynamics, focusing on fringe groups engaged in harmful behaviors, including exploitation and manipulation, particularly within ufology communities.

The Ego of Self-Induced Terror

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Depression becomes the battle that we fight with ourselves. Which side of our willpower will win?

A Childhood Near Death Experience

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This passage from my memoir "Cult Child" discusses a near-death experience I had when I was five years old.

Survivor Voices: Zack Bonnie

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Zack Bonnie's "Dead, Insane or In Jail: A CEDU Memoir" exposes the abusive tactics of the youth reform industry through his traumatic experiences, revealing manipulation, psychological control, and a quest for resilience amid systemic degradation.

Survivor Voices: Adeena Blumenfield

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"Today is the first year anniversary of my freedom. I escaped, with my children, from a religion based, violent marriage. Here's how I did it. "