Is My Family Toxic?
by Chyna Snell There isn’t one person walking this earth who had a say in what they inherited from their tribe of origin. Nobody asked you if you wanted that one crooked pinky toe, just like your grandma from your father’s side of the family, your mother’s smile, or the shape and color of your […]
Bouncing Back from Low Self-Esteem
By Jamey Sheesley We all struggle with low self-esteem at some point in our lives, but coming out of an abusive relationship can send that self-esteem to the lowest you may ever face. All you heard for months or years were the degrading comments from your abuser. It is time to change that because your […]
Healing Survivors Through Retreats
By Tina O’Reilly Break the Silence holds two retreats each year for individuals impacted by domestic violence. The Survivor Sister Retreat is for women who have survived domestic violence and are healing. It’s vital for you to have left all unhealthy relationships behind and be welcoming to the opinions of others. We’re a diverse group and […]
Story of an Inspirational Woman: Ashley Cornelius
By Jenn Rockefeller For International Women’s Month, Break The Silence Against Domestic Violence is celebrating inspiring women who create and champion change. One such woman is Ashley Cornelius. “Change is such an important part of the work I do because it is needed in order for society to move forward. I am focused on creating […]
A Letter to the Woman Trapped in a Toxic Relationship
By Chyna Snell It’s a time of solemnity. We are gathered here today to mourn the loss of your dearly beloved vision. The one of a better tomorrow that never seems to come. That persistent mirage, ever present on the horizon of this dry desert land that you have walked for far too long in […]
Life and Love After Domestic Violence: Kristen’s Story
By Jamey Sheesley Life after domestic violence can seem scary because it is starting over with a blank sheet of paper. Trusting people is hard and self-doubt is lurking around every corner. Love after domestic violence seems even harder. How can you even think of loving again? Love hurt you so bad. This is Kristen’s […]
