The Invisible Wounds I

Today we know that psychological violence can leave wounds as deep, or even greater, then physical violence. We usually associate psychological abuse with screams, verbal humiliations, threats and derisive teasing. However, there is a type of psychological violence that can do a lot of damage and usually goes unnoticed: emotional coldness or indifference.

The problem is that emotional coldness generates frustration due to the lack of response and involvement of the other. It can also make us feel confused and even guilty, and we will feel increasingly alone and misunderstood. The person who is systematically ignored and whose emotional needs are undervalued will plunge into the deep pit of depression. She will feel that she is not worthy of being loved or respected, so she will lose confidence and will be increasingly vulnerable to her abuser. Such relationships leave deep traces that even determine the subsequent relationships established by that person, destroying their ability to trust others and establish full relationships. Emotional coldness and indifference can end up emotionally disabling a person.

Therefore, it is important that we keep in mind that emotional distancing is one of the cruelest forms of violence and psychological manipulation. Ignoring each other's needs is not the best way to resolve conflicts and shorten distances. Every relationship must be based on dialogue and mutual respect.

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If you wish, the art print can be framed at an additional cost that must be paid through PayPal. To do this, you must contact me by writing to info@jaquelinevanek.com. You can specify what type of frame you want or you can ask for my suggestions.

I will be happy to advise you based on the photograph you have chosen. If you buy the framed art print, it will be shipped flat, with a wooden support that protects the glass and wrapped in cardboard and bubble wrap. This will included in the additional cost.

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Depending on the size, the prints are shipped rolled up in a tube or in a rigid envelope. In both cases, they are protected with onion paper and/or bubble wrap, some gloves are attached that I recommend using when handling the prints.

Shipping Time

Since I contract third parties for the production of the works (a printing company and a transport service) and all prints are produced on demand, I cannot establish a fixed time, but an approximate one. The approximate time for you to receive your order after sending it is 2-3 weeks under normal conditions depending on the shipping location (extraordinary conditions could be, for example, restrictions due to a storm, vacation periods, etc.).

It is very important to avoid direct contact with sunlight. If you exhibit the artwork in a room, it must be protected by glass or methacrylate with UV protection. The work should never be touched directly with the hands in order to avoid leaving traces of grease or moisture. I always recommend using cotton gloves.

If you want to frame it, the materials must be acid free as well as the passepartout. If the frame is made of wood and is in direct contact with the photo, it must be made of natural wood and without varnish. Adhesives should also be acid free. If not, any other adhesive could leave yellow marks and deteriorate the support.

Store the work in a cool, dry place preferably at a room temperature between 10º and 30º with a relative humidity between 49% and 60%. If you have acquired more than one photograph, they should never be touched between them since the surface is very sensitive. You should always put a tissue paper or, at least, another soft paper between the both of them.

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