by Dr. Jeanne King, Ph.D.

When you pull it back and stand whole in yourself, you may look at that man/woman and authentically say, “I love you.” This may be hard to hear if you think domestic abuse is the only issue.

Many people look to their partners to fill the piece missing within themselves. And they rationalize their choice of this particular partner with something like, “He/she complements me.” But, seeing your wholeness as dependent on the presence of this other person poses potential problems for both of you.

To read the complete article, visit Abusive Relationship Help: Personal Wholeness and Abusive Relationships

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