Sarah Hyland talks about surviving domestic abuse, which helped her heal

Sarah Hyland opens up about healing after surviving domestic violence.

Thursday, “Modern family“The actress was honored with the courage award at Variety Power of Women Gala in Los Angeles, where she reflected on a previous relationship she claimed was abusive, saying they were “the worst years of my life”.

She also talked about how her mom TV “Modern Family.” Julie Bowen and her dog Barkley got her through it and how support should be given to survivors like her.

“October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and while it’s not the easiest topic to talk about, it’s extremely important that we do,” she began. “I’ve been open about my experiences as a survivor and I want to support others the way Julie (Bowen) and everyone close to me did for me.”

Hyland then reflected on what courage means to her and said, “It takes courage to wake up every morning and face the world knowing that people have no idea what you’re going through.”

“It’s all too easy to feel isolated and misunderstood, no matter how strong you are,” she added.

Before the Power of Women gala, Hyland told Variety how the experience of that relationship still affects her.

“It’s almost like you don’t want to talk about it anymore,” she said in an interview. “You want it done, and that’s it. I completely understand her pattern of dissociation. I’m very guilty of that… until something happens where I’m triggered and I didn’t realize that part of me had been healed.”

“I don’t know if that part (of) any woman will ever be completely cured of it,” she added. “It’s something that breaks his soul a little bit. It’s more about bringing love to that scar instead of hating it and ignoring it.”

During the gala, Hyland said what got her through the tough times was her dog Barkley, who she said was “the only being I could trust with my true feelings and feel the safest”.

“He got me through the worst years of my life and I know I wouldn’t have made it out without him,” she said.

Hyland said the award was meaningful to her because it was presented by Purina, which aims to help domestic violence shelters provide services for pet survivors through their Purina Purple Leash program.

“I know that the bond between a survivor and their pet is crucial, especially in their darkest days,” she said.

The actress also asked the audience to write notes of encouragement to survivors of domestic abuse.

“You can’t underestimate the power of letting them know they’re not alone,” she said.

Hyland concluded her speech by saying, “As Domestic Violence Awareness Month approaches, please don’t forget what you’ve learned. Survivors deserve more.”

If you need help or need help supporting someone else, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788 or chat online at TheHotline.org. All calls are free and confidential. The hotline is available 24/7.