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Survivor Story: My Daughter’s Strength Encouraged Me to Break My Silence

By Jenn Rockefeller “When I realized the difference between my daughter and I [sic], she forgave [her abuser] and became a survivor immediately. I am no longer a victim and no longer let it rule my life.” Those are the words of a victim turned survivor. Those are the words of a woman who endured […]

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 […]

Survivor Joins BTS Family as Board Treasurer

By Rebecca Lynn So far, this year has brought many positive changes to BTS, including the grand opening in February, fresh new ideas to raise domestic violence awareness, and new faces, ready to help change the way the world views domestic violence. BTS’s newest board member and treasurer of the board is Jillian Likness. Jillian […]

Recovering From Isolation

By Rebecca Lynn According to Speak Out Loud, isolation is a tactic abusers use to weaken and control their victims. When the victim is isolated from outside influences, their belief and acceptance in the abuser grows stronger. Isolation occurs over time, through a variety of hidden tactics that start out subtle and increase in frequency. […]

Survivor Story Part 1: I Told My Family I Had It Under Control

Written by: Kourtney, Survivor CDL and I began dating when I was sixteen years old. We were together for seven years, having two girls – KL and LL. In late 2011, CDL became the non-custodial parent. The family abuse center and CPS advised I file for sole custody, but in the end it was my […]

Speaking Out Against Abusers

By Rebecca Lynn What would our world be without communication? Communication is essential for society to function. Communication, regardless of what form it takes, allows us to have social relationships, ask questions, understand others, inform, and gain knowledge. Communication has always been a part of society, primarily through storytelling. Telling a story is powerful; it […]

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