Many people do not see verbal abuse as being severe. (most women say "At least he isn't hitting me") But the wounds go deep no matter what the type of abuse. Being punched and being called a bitch on a daily basis still has the same impact. A wound.

This stamp is meant for anyone who is in an abusive relationship with a partner, parent or someone who is bullied in school. It takes great courage to face this abuse on a daily basis. Something you do NOT deserve.

That old rhyme "sticks and stones" doesn't mean anything. My version..."Sticks and stones may break my bones, but your words CAN kill me". I faced emotional and verbal abuse for almost 20 years, my soul has been wounded and many times I thought suicide was the only way out.

Anyone who has lived through this knows that I'm not being too sensitive. Try being called gorilla girl (because of the hair on my arms) for 12 years and not have an affect. Try having a parent tell you that you are inferior to your older sister because you are fat. Walk a mile in my shoes before you judge. Words hurt.