Breaking the Silence: Surviving Narcissistic Abuse by Survivor Patti
Unfortunately, since my first and worst narcissistic abusive relationship at 17, it became a pattern, and there are more than one story now. The story that goes with my photo is the actual man who happens to be black-skinned, who used to always smile at me at a bar near where I lived. He verbally […]
Breaking the Cycle: A Survivor’s Journey Through Abuse by Rhonda W
I met my first abuser right out of the womb. It was my mother. And then I’m at my first daughter’s father, Lonnie. Who’s a narcissist and would take me out, you know, nowhere and beat the s*** out of me. He would then leave me there, only to come back and say he was […]
Self-Love is the First Love
When we reminisce about first love, it’s often about teenage crushes or special moments with someone else. But today, I challenge you to fall in love with someone even more important—you. Self-love isn’t just important; it’s essential. After all, you’re the one person you’ll always have by your side, whether you’re in a relationship or […]
Healthy VS Unhealthy Teen Relationships
When it comes to teen relationships, it’s vital to guide our children towards healthy dynamics. As a parent with a 13-year-old son in a healthy relationship, I understand the significance of setting positive examples. However, not all teens are fortunate enough to witness healthy relationships at home. Exposure to parental abuse can perpetuate a cycle […]
Escaping Dave: A Tale of Survival and Resilience by Clover A
It was autumn of 2013. The leaves had been falling, and blowing around in the wind. I was hanging out at the youth emergency services, a local charity that helps prevent youth from being homeless. I didn’t have a car, no job, I was homeless with no where to go. There was a guy there […]
Understanding Consent: Insights
Consent is a dynamic, ongoing dialogue with oneself. It’s a process shared with those we invite into our lives, where we communicate our needs and desires. In any relationship, consent forms half of an ongoing agreement between partners. It encompasses what we do or do not wish to experience, both in the moment and the […]
