If He's So Great, Why Do I Feel So Bad?

If He's So Great, Why Do I Feel So Bad?

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The beginning of a relationship with an abuser is often wonderful. Of course it is, otherwise you would get out immediately. Forceful, threatening, and degrading behavior is often disguised and delivered in a humorous way, a seemingly reasonable tone, or in concerned "loving" words. Most often the recipient remains largely unaware of the bigger dynamic, completely confused as to why they feel so poorly. Over time, the abuser gains more power and control in the relationship, meanwhile the victim becomes a shell of their former selves, often developing some form of depression and anxiety, sometimes turning to unhealthy outlets to soothe the pain.

Don't be fooled by the term "subtle" and think that it implies something that is not that bad. It's the less overt, subtle tactics that cause us to question ourselves, our reality, and our worth, keeping us more dependent on our abuser and making it less likely we will leave. It's psychological bullying day in and day out from a person who knows you intimately.

Too many people remain unaware and vulnerable to mistreatment in a relationship, and it’s critical to start getting answers to these important questions; What are the not so obvious early warning signs of an unhealthy relationship? What is acceptable treatment, and what isn’t? Where do you draw that line? How do you recover and/or develop your confidence in your relationships? What does a healthy relationship even look like? If you’re looking for greater respect, satisfaction, and happiness in your relationships, both now or going forward, it’s imperative to educate yourself so that you can set your relationship standards bar higher.

 

Recognizing and Overcoming the Subtly Aggressive and Controlling Relationship

With this highly insightful course, the components of subtly aggressive and controlling relationships will be broken down clearly for you. When the more obvious markers of abuse are not being met, people are often left to question themselves and their sanity. This will give you the opportunity to explore subtle psychological abuse, so that you can empower yourself with knowledge that may have previously felt intangible.

You’ll learn how to identify the unhealthy patterns of an abuser, including common tactics and methods of subtle aggression and control. You’ll also discover the common personality characteristics that make you more vulnerable to mistreatment, which will provide you with valuable insight into your past relationships and help you develop greater awareness for future relationships. As part of that awareness, you’ll begin to understand what is healthy and what isn’t in a relationship, so that you can know where to draw that line and set healthy boundaries for yourself.

Whether you’re currently in a relationship or seeking one, this course includes:

  • Debunk the relationship myths.
  • Identify early warning signs of an abusive relationship.
  • Learn common patterns of an abuser and an unhealthy relationship.
  • Understand what personality characteristics may leave you more vulnerable to mistreatment.
  • Learn what’s real work and what’s an unhealthy and subtly abusive relationship.
  • Heal from past trauma from childhood and/or previous relationships.
  • Build better self-awareness, and define your wants and needs around love and partnership.
  • Gain the courage and tools to journey toward a loving, healthy partnership.

You’ll also be exploring how to let go of an unhealthy relationship and grieving what you thought you had in your relationship but didn’t. Delving into past trauma and learning how to nurture yourself so that you can fully heal is an extremely important part of this process. With this course, you’ll create your own personal blueprint for moving forward, emotionally unencumbered, with the critical ability to sustain your personal growth and development. Let’s get you started on this journey today!

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Taken by 10,323 people
$55.00 USD Value • Pay What You Want
$19.00$35.00$55.00
$55.00 USD Value • Pay What You Want
$19.00$35.00$55.00
This is the total amount for all lessons.
Pay extra to give more to our instructors and to help create new courses. No matter how much you pay, you'll get the same course as everybody else.
What People Are Saying
“Feeling very empowered being part of this course. I feel quite hopeful that going through this training will be the last thing I need to take and keep the blinders off and close the door to this relationship once and for all. Knowledge is power and empowering!”
Kimberly
"This course is very good. Very clear and helpful. I see now that I didn't understand the subtle forms of controlling behavior. I love the title of this course! It really says it like it is. I have questioned what is "normal" and tried to deny my feelings, but eventually had to face reality. Thank you so much for validating my experience."
J.I.
"I am grateful for this course and am hoping to gain more perspective to provide me better coping skills and tools to grow and find joy in this challenging situation. It's a process, but I'm hopeful I can create a workable, peaceful relationship. I love my partner, and see his good qualities and the reasons he may have learned to be a subtle controller/abuser, but I also realize life is too short to live in such a stressful, unfulfilled state."
Cynthia
"This has to be the best course I have taken on DailyOM, and I have taken a few. Avery's messages are very poignant."
Gita
“I have complete faith that with the help of this course and work on myself, I will have a healthy relationship.”
Kathy
"I feel at home for the first time in a long time. I don't feel crazy anymore. This is super eye opening for me. Last year I went on a self-discovery path. Started looking at toxic things in my life. I know this course will help continue my healing process. Doing the work is so humbling."
Rachel
“This course could not have come at a better time for me. I'm really enjoying this course so far and learning so much."
Tamara

Meet Your Teacher

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Avery Neal, MA, LPC is a practicing psychotherapist, international author and speaker. In 2012 she opened Women’s Therapy Clinic, which offers psychiatric and counseling support to women. She specializes in depression and anxiety at all stages in a woman’s life. She has worked extensively with women suffering from prenatal anxiety and postpartum depression in addition to helping women recovering from divorce and healing from emotional abuse. She is passionate about empowering women discover their own inner strength, leading to higher self-esteem, confidence and overall life satisfaction.

Avery is an author and her work has been translated and published in nine languages. Her articles and interviews have been published by Oprah.com, BookTrib, Best Self Magazine, Hitched Magazine, Bustle, POPSUGAR and PKWY Magazine. In 2017, the International Association of HealthCare Professionals nominated her as one of the top psychologists in Houston.

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