5. You Made My Time Priceless: A Survivor's Letter to Her Children and the Years Lost to Abuse

"My children did not steal my time. They made my time priceless." This episode explores what it can feel like to grieve the years stolen by abuse, the endless days, the suffocating tension, the dreams that had to wait, and what it means to finally take that time back. It speaks directly to children of abuse, and to every parent who stayed to protect them, offering a release from the guilt that was never theirs to carry. It also explores how abusers weaponize time itself, using gaslighting and control to make survivors lose track of years, convincing them it is too late to start over. For anyone grieving the years abuse stole, this episode is a reminder that it is not too late. Your time belongs to you again. Send us Fan Mail The personal experiences shared in this podcast are the opinions of the individuals sharing them and are not intended to serve as professional advice or constitute accusations about any other person, organization, or group. We encourage you to seek professional support and assistance. The topics discussed in this podcast may be distressing and triggering for some listeners and could impact your mental health. The content of this podcast is intended for educational and awareness purposes only. For more information and resources, please visit hanginthere.net.