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Against Forgiveness

rachaelmeager • 1448 implied HN points • 19 Aug 24
🎭️ Culture Literature Psychology Society Abuse Forgiveness
  1. Many acts of abuse can seem ordinary or unremarkable, making it hard for people to acknowledge their seriousness. We often want abuse to be extremely obvious for us to react strongly.
  2. Forgiveness is often pushed in our culture, especially after wrongdoing, but it can be harmful. Real healing might require facing the truth of what happened rather than simply forgiving the wrongdoer.
  3. Guilt can be a healthy emotion that points toward responsibility. It's important to recognize that not everyone who harms us is simply making honest mistakes, and true accountability matters.

The Momfluencer Who Went to Jail

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 867 implied HN points • 17 Jan 25
🎭️ Culture Social media Parenting Influencers Abuse Childhood
  1. Ruby Franke, a social media influencer, was arrested for child abuse after her son showed signs of neglect. This case shines a light on the darker side of online parenting.
  2. Her daughter Shari has shared her experiences growing up, highlighting the difference between Ruby's public persona and the reality at home.
  3. The situation raises questions about the impact of sharing family life online and how it can hide serious issues beneath the surface.

New: Full Victim Impact Statement From Jane Doe #1 aka Jen B In Danny Masterson Trial

Yashar's Newsletter • 3203 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legal Justice Religion Abuse Survivor
  1. The victim impact statement provides harrowing details of the trauma experienced by women at the hands of the perpetrator.
  2. The victim faced challenges with the Scientology community and had to navigate difficult choices between justice and family ties.
  3. The statement sheds light on the manipulation and cover-up tactics employed by the perpetrator and the emotional toll on the victim's life.
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‘An offense against God’ - Sisters say Vatican abuse response not enough

The Pillar • 923 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Abuse Healing Renewal Church
  1. The Vatican's decision regarding the alleged misconduct of Fr. Nicgorski was not considered sufficient by the women involved, highlighting the need for a stronger response to allegations of abuse.
  2. The personal stories of the women reveal the harm caused by inappropriate conduct of a spiritual director, showing the importance of safeguarding against abuse in the Church.
  3. The experiences of these women exemplify the need for reform in the Church's approach to handling cases of misconduct, emphasizing the significance of listening to victims and holding abusers accountable.

"Look What You Made Me Do"

Disaffected Newsletter • 1318 implied HN points • 15 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Social Issues Mental health Childhood Family Dynamics Abuse
  1. Borderline Personality Disorder can lead to emotional instability and unpredictable behavior, affecting those around them. It's important to understand that this behavior is not the fault of others.
  2. Experiencing emotional or psychological abuse manifests in guilt and confusion, often leading to questions about one's actions. People involved can feel responsible for the abuser's pain, which is a common manipulation tactic.
  3. Societal norms have changed, and behaviors once considered unacceptable in private are now more visible and often seen as normal. It's vital to recognize these signs of abuse in both personal relationships and broader social contexts.

Perverted Incentives

Holly’s Newsletter • 1587 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Justice Crime Law Children Abuse
  1. Proposed Florida law for death penalty for child sex crimes may have unintended consequences like removing incentives for perpetrators to keep victims alive.
  2. Trauma reactions to child sexual abuse are complex and reporting may be deterred due to consequences for families and communities.
  3. Suggests life without parole as fitting punishment for these crimes, highlighting the need to consider the complexity and unintended outcomes of changing laws around child sexual abuse.

The drowning will pull you beneath the waves too

Disaffected Newsletter • 939 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Family Dynamics Mental health Abuse Personal Stories Social Issues
  1. Abusive family situations can be very toxic and damaging. It's important to recognize that you don't have to accept this abuse or keep it a secret.
  2. Society often pressures individuals to maintain family privacy, which can help abuse go unreported. Speaking out about these issues is vital for breaking the cycle.
  3. If you find yourself in a similar situation, the best choice may be to distance yourself from those toxic family members. Your well-being should come first.

EMERGENCY: VT to Legalize Child Abuse

Disaffected Newsletter • 699 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Rights Abuse Child welfare Legal issues
  1. House Bill 89 could allow parents to kidnap their children and take them to Vermont for gender transition without facing legal consequences.
  2. The bill groups gender-affirming care with abortion rights to create confusion and manipulate emotions.
  3. It also lets anyone in Vermont sue those who try to prevent a child from being transitioned, calling such attempts 'abusive litigation'.

Concerns about CL culture persist after abuse allegations made public

The Pillar • 157 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Abuse Culture Leadership Reforms
  1. The Communion and Liberation movement acknowledged abuse allegations against its former U.S. leader, but concerns remain about the culture that allowed abuse to happen.
  2. Some members of the movement had positive experiences, while others highlighted problems centered around the former leader, Chris Bacich.
  3. While the movement has implemented safe environment policies, there are reports of violations and concerns that the culture needs to be examined for further reform.

Work, Abuse, and Unwinnable Games

72 Degrees North • 39 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Work Abuse Games Relationships Capitalism
  1. Life can sometimes present unwinnable situations where moving on is the best option.
  2. People may engage in unwinnable games like pursuing unattainable goals in relationships or falling into abusive patterns.
  3. Corporate work under capitalism shares similarities with abusive relationships, using small rewards and big punishments to keep workers captive.

Over and over, all born into great pain

The Golden Notebooks • 19 implied HN points • 26 Jul 23
🎶 Music Artists Songs Albums Abuse
  1. Sinead O'Connor was a sincere and real artist who faced backlash for speaking out against abuse and corruption in the Catholic Church.
  2. She created powerful music and openly addressed personal struggles, motherhood, and societal issues in her work.
  3. Her bravery in challenging authority and advocating for change left a lasting impact, inspiring others to stand up against injustice.

2/23/23 - COGNITOHAZARD WARNING

Moly’s Substack • 2 HN points • 23 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics Human Rights Government Corruption Abuse International relations Injustice
  1. Reading this post may ruin your life with disturbing details about abduction and torture.
  2. The case of the chained woman highlights the issue of abducted women in China and their lack of legal protection.
  3. Despite international attention, the Chinese government's handling of the situation raises questions about transparency and justice.