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Portrait of an Abuser: Magnifico in Disney’s Wish
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Several Disney movies have included abusive or narcissistic characters. No Disney movie is more clearly a portrait of a narcissist than Wish. In this movie, Magnifico goes from benevolent king to manic sorcerer.
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A Life of St. Marguerite d’Youville
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Marguerite d’Youville was born in 1701 in Quebec, Canada. She endured poverty, an abusive marriage, the loss of four of her six children, and the rejection of her community. Despite this, Marguerite poured herself into helping the poor in her community and running the local hospital. She founded the religious order now known as…
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Whether you are looking for resources for yourself or a friend, we are here to help. Divorce, annulment and abuse are not topics frequently addressed by priests and parishioners in the Catholic church. This can leave many women feeling confused, alone, and helpless. We want to have those difficult conversation about what abuse looks like, how to find help in an abusive relationship, how to heal after leaving a bad relationship, what divorce and annulment look like, and more.
