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Question 1When you express your feelings, how does this person usually respond?
• (0) Listens and tries to understand
• (1) Dismisses it but later apologizes
• (2) Blames me or changes the subject
• (3) Gets angry or manipulates me⸻Question 2How do you feel after spending time with this person?
• (0) Valued and supported
• (1) A little drained, but not always
• (2) Emotionally exhausted or unsure
• (3) Anxious, confused, or sad⸻Question 3How does this person react when you set a boundary?
• (0) Respects my boundary and adjusts behavior
• (1) Pushes back a little but eventually agrees
• (2) Ignores me or argues against it
• (3) Punishes or mocks me for setting it⸻Question 4Do you feel safe being fully honest with them?
• (0) Always
• (1) Sometimes, depending on the topic
• (2) Rarely, I often hide things to avoid conflict
• (3) No, honesty feels dangerous⸻Question 5How does this person respond to your success or growth?
• (0) Celebrates and encourages me
• (1) Seems happy, but sometimes acts weird after
• (2) Gets competitive, jealous or withdrawn.
• (3) Belittles my goals or sabotages them⸻Question 6How do they act when you’re upset?
• (0) Offers me comfort and support
• (1) Tries but gets defensive
• (2) Makes it about themselves or downplays my feelings
• (3) Blames me or shuts me down⸻Question 7How does this person talk about your past or personal history?
• (0) Respectfully, they never weaponize it
• (1) Occasionally brings it up but apologizes if it hurts
• (2) Uses it in arguments or guilt-trips you
• (3) Constantly brings it up to control or shame you
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I'm Stephanie, also known as Lady Storm, a survivor who turned pain into purpose. I created EscapeFromAbuse.com to give survivors the tools, hope, and clarity I once needed when I was stuck in toxic relationships.I know what it feels like to search for answers and be unsure where to go. As a survivor of abusive relationships, including physical abuse, I understand the struggle firsthand. It can feel impossible to see a way out, but there is one.With my background in web design, writing, and a deep commitment to healing, I built this site as a safe judgment-free space. Here you'll find practical tools, and trusted resources to help you plan your next steps and leave a toxic relationship safely.I also survived emotional, narcissistic, and coercive control. Now I share what I learned through honest coaching, spiritual grounding, and street knowledge. My mission is to help people find safety and live a life that honors their true, unshakable worth. If you're looking for someone who’s been there and won’t sugarcoat it, you’re in the right place.Along with the resources available here, I've created a self-guided empowerment workbook based on my signature 3 Steps to Empowerment Plan. It's designed for those ready to reclaim their power and transform their lives.
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