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Posts by Lyndsey New

Lyndsey, 46, is a devoted mother of four beautiful children and is pursuing her dream of becoming a therapist. A Reiki master and meditation teacher, she is deeply connected to spirituality and believes in the power of love and kindness in all she does. Married to her beautiful wife, Lyndsey’s family is the most important thing in her life. She strives to give her best in everything, guided by love and compassion.

Life After Abuse: A Story of Hope and Healing

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TRIGGER WARNING: This post deals with an account of domestic violence and may be triggering to some.

Growing up, I learned early on how to be aware of the little things that spoke volumes. My mom wasn’t just an alcoholic; she was also bipolar, and I never knew if I’d come home to a mom who was cheerful and loving or to one who would say hurtful things and obsess over cleaning.

I grew up in AA, surrounded by people trying to rebuild their lives. My parents were both recovering alcoholics, and while I didn’t fully understand it at …