Abuse

  Pain hurts like hell. Let people heal.       As someone who has stood on both sides of the battle for healing—as a Survivor and an advocate/facilitator—I have …

In a world that has long defined women through the narrow lenses of tradition, patriarchy, and power, it’s time to reclaim the narrative. As women, our experiences are rich, complex, …

In a world full of contradictions, there is one fear that rarely gets named, but is woven into the seams of our cultures, systems, and stories: gynophobia. From the Greek …

When faced with stalking, harassment, or any form of abuse, having a safety plan is a vital step toward reclaiming control and ensuring your well-being. A safety plan isn’t just …

When people discuss domestic violence, they often focus on the emotional and physical impacts on human Survivors. Yet, there is another layer of suffering that frequently goes unnoticed—the heartbreaking situation …

    Ain’t nothing new under the sun. Manipulation is one of the oldest tools of control, and Gavin de Becker’s framework outlines the ways predators and abusers use it …

      One day we will learn to stop blaming women and girls for the safeguarding and boundaries  we deploy to protect ourselves from the ravages of male violence …

I saw this online from Dr. Mozelle Martin and wanted to share it. Self-awareness is a powerful thing, is it not? .-Tonya GJ Prince  (Trauma -including generational trauma-is exhausting even …

  How many times have you hesitated before speaking up about your safety concerns? How often have you been told, “Oh, you’re overreacting,” “It’s not that serious,” “That never happens,” …

Fibromyalgia and abuse are deeply intertwined in ways that medical science is only beginning to understand. Survivors of abuse—whether physical, emotional, or psychological—often carry their trauma not just in their …