One of the most common excuses abusive individuals give for their behavior is their damaging childhood. They may claim emotional neglect, physical neglect, beatings, narcissistic parenting, or any other issues. These stories may be true, exaggerated, or outright lies, but when we get right down to it, does the truth of the matter even make a difference? Although empathy towards all people is an essential ingredient of human existence, “compassion” that takes the form of allowing someone to excuse their toxic behavior isn’t true compassion.
He’s Abusive Because He Was Abused …
He’s Abusive Because He Was Abused …
He’s Abusive Because He Was Abused …
One of the most common excuses abusive individuals give for their behavior is their damaging childhood. They may claim emotional neglect, physical neglect, beatings, narcissistic parenting, or any other issues. These stories may be true, exaggerated, or outright lies, but when we get right down to it, does the truth of the matter even make a difference? Although empathy towards all people is an essential ingredient of human existence, “compassion” that takes the form of allowing someone to excuse their toxic behavior isn’t true compassion.