Self

Self

  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,...
First Step:  Safety

First Step: Safety

  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...
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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...
The Familiarity of Abuse

The Familiarity of Abuse

  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...
Be the Change!

Be the Change!

We learn in many different ways, and we are able to learn throughout our lives. As a child, we learned about ourselves by the manner in which we experienced our caretakers. Their touch, facial expressions, and attentiveness were critical clues to our feelings of...
Welcome!

Welcome!

Welcome!  My name is Joanne, and I am so happy that you found this site.  I started this blog to offer support to mothers who are in or were in abusive relationships. My first goal is to reach out to any abused mother who is considering taking her own life because of...