The truth of trauma : three quotes

“A lot of people who have experienced trauma at the hands of people they’ve trusted take responsibility, and that is what’s toxic.”

Hannah Gadsby

“I’m not crazy, I was abused. I’m not shy, I’m protecting myself. I’m not bitter, I’m speaking the truth. I’m not hanging onto the past, I’ve been damaged. I’m not delusional, I lived a nightmare. I’m not weak, I was trusting. I’m not giving up, I’m healing. I’m not incapable of love, I’m giving. I’m not alone. I see you all here. I’m fighting this.”

Rene Smith

“Post traumatic stress injury isn’t a disease.

It’s a wound to the soul that never heals.”

Tom Glenn