I was recently commissioned to be a guest speaker at a Police Domestic Violence Liaison Officer training course. The focus was on using my own experience as context for: challenging the stereotypical views of domestic violence victims and abusive relationships how abusive relationships begin how the violence escalates why victims don’t just leave what the […]
Am I beautiful? Do other people think I’m pretty? How do I measure up against other women? How can I look and feel more beautiful than what I do right now? These are questions that have crossed every woman’s mind at least once, and I can guarantee you that most women think about these questions […]
Ever had one of those days (or months, or years) in your life when nothing went the way you wanted and everything you touched turned to shit? Perhaps you’re going through that stage in your life right now and lack the self-confidence to change your situation. I used to suffer with low self-esteem and self-confidence […]
Do you have a habit of dating the same men (or women) over and over again? Can’t figure out why you keep dating Mr or Miss Wrong? Your emotional scars from old relationships can mar your relationship choices and your interactions within those relationships. In this article, I am going to get you to answer […]
One thing I used to find particularly difficult after coming out of serious, long term relationships was the awkwardness of being single at parties, dinners, and other social occasions. A partner by your side for social occasions is comforting when you hardly know anyone else in the room. You always have one another to communicate […]
I’ve finally returned from my Vipassana meditation course, and have had a chance to settle back into normal life. It was definitely one of the hardest things I have ever done, but also one of the most beneficial. I had a few reasons for wanting to take some time out and do a meditation course. […]
Has someone ever hurt you so badly that you just can’t muster the power to forgive them? As a domestic violence victim, I was shoved, hit, and sexually and emotionally abused by my partner. Perhaps you’ve been through a similar situation, and are hanging onto a lot of pain and anger. If that’s the case, […]
I am fortunate enough to come from a very tight-knit and loving family. My parents have been together for over 35 years and are still very much in love. Neither of my parents has ever laid a finger on the other. In fact, I’ve never even heard my parents yell at each other. They’re always […]
Being a victim of domestic violence can completely shatter your self-esteem and self-confidence. Daily positive affirmations were one of my first steps in releasing myself from my negative self-image and regaining confidence in myself. Here are some of the positive affirmations I used: I love and accept myself just the way I am I deserve […]
The first few days of breaking up with someone are always the hardest. This is especially true if you’re in a co-dependent, abusive relationship. Music is a powerful healer. I listened to the Strong Woman Songs below to help me through my break-up and emotional distress. I hope you find them helpful too. Strong Woman […]