by Joanne | Jan 14, 2017 | Support for Healing
While sorting through old photos, I came across a photo of me with two of my three children. The youngest was not yet born. I looked at the image of the younger me. She looked so beautiful and smart. Had I not known any better, I would have thought...
by Joanne | Jan 10, 2017 | Support for Healing
Self-Esteem. Self-Care. To Thine Own Self Be True. Self-Knowledge. Self-Reflection. Self-Image. Self-Awareness. Self-Help. Self-Worth. There are many phrases and expressions that use the word Self. I hear and use these expressions frequently. However,...
by Joanne | Jan 8, 2017 | Support for Healing
If you are currently being physically violated, no matter how frequently, you must get yourself and your children to a safe place. Choose from among the following options: Call the police. Call a domestic violence hotline. Call or go to a women’s shelter Call...
by Joanne | Oct 27, 2016 | Support for Healing
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The goal is to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence and how it effects families, communities, and our society at large. Public awareness of domestic violence is definitely an important part of...
by Joanne | Dec 10, 2015 | Support for Healing
Recently, I heard a young woman express concern for her friend’s safety and well-being. She thought her friend’s boyfriend was very controlling, and his general behavior was creepy. I thought to myself perhaps this insightful, discerning friend would be more...
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