It Doesn’t Just Take Time
By Emilie Trepanier Time is a funny thing. Actually, it’s everything. Time chooses when and how, It chooses who and where, But what time cannot do Is fix everything, I fear. Time can aid healing Like a bandaid, Advil, or treatment. Time can work as a circle Or a roller coaster Bringing back memories you […]
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 […]
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 […]
What is Love?
By Jamey Sheesley Dear Survivor, I am writing to let you know about love. According to Psychology Today, love is a force of nature and it is bigger than what you are. You cannot command, demand, or take away love. If love is so great, then why do you feel so betrayed? Why do you […]
Creating Healthy Boundaries
By Jamey Sheesley Creating boundaries may seem like an easy thing to do, but for those who have experienced domestic violence, it may be more difficult since so many boundaries were already crossed. It is important to know the different types of boundaries that need to be set. According to DomestcShelters.org there are five major […]
