Victims often suffer silently for long periods of time before they are able to verbalize the unfairness of their life situations. Martyrs often knowingly continue to enable or set up situations in which their rights are violated or ignored. Victims often unknowingly set themselves up for continued abuse and violation of their rights. They are often confused and bewildered as to why this occurs. They lack insight into the actions that bring on this abuse.
Martyrs often seek sympathy for their plight.
They seek support, advice, and help from others. Yet they seem stuck in their current course of action and seem to be unable to resolve it. Victims frequently never seek help. They are often frustrated and lost as to what needs to be done to get them out of their current situation. Once victims have been offered help and make a conscious choice to remain stuck in their situation, they become martyrs.