Cycle of Violence

Outbursts of anger, threatening looks, hurtful words, etc.

Anxiety: It may go wrong, I’m afraid, I feel like I’m walking on eggshells.

Acts of physical or verbal abuse, or any other type of violence…

Anger and shame : Humiliation, sadness, feeling of injustice.

He finds excuses, explanations for his behavior…. It’s the fault of others.

Accountability : I feel guilty, it’s my fault! I accept his justifications.

It’s the honeymoon, we are in love. He’s going to ask for help.

Hope : He makes efforts, I want to help him change, I give him a chance. I find again the one I love.