05/19/2026
💜 8 Signs of Domestic Violence I Wish More People Talked About 💜
As someone who’s survived it… I need people to understand domestic violence isn’t always just a black eye. Sometimes the bruises are emotional, mental, financial, & hidden behind a smile.
Here are some common signs:
1️⃣ Constant put downs, humiliation, or being made to feel “crazy”
2️⃣ Controlling who you talk to, where you go, or what you wear
3️⃣ Going through your phone, social media, or tracking your location obsessively
4️⃣ Explosive anger, intimidation, punching walls, or making you feel afraid
5️⃣ Physical harm like pushing, grabbing, choking, hitting, or blocking exits
6️⃣ Financial control — keeping you broke, dependent, or unable to leave
7️⃣ Isolation from family & friends little by little
8️⃣ Apologizing after abuse, promising change, then repeating the cycle again
A lot of us stayed longer because we didn’t recognize the signs early enough… or because we were trying to survive the best way we knew how.
If this sounds familiar to you or someone you love, please know you are NOT alone. There is life, healing, peace, & freedom on the other side. 💜
