So, Your Significant Other is a Survivor
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 […]
Signs You’re in Healthy Relationships
For many domestic violence survivors, dating might seem daunting after surviving abusive relationships. For survivors, a time will come when they’ll feel comfortable dating again, but do not know the signs of healthy relationships. However, some survivors might fear dating again because they fear future partners might be similar to their abusers. Some survivors struggle […]
But It’s Not Abuse: Leaving an Unhealthy Relationship
Many times, we hear about abusive relationships and how horrible they truly are, but there are also unhealthy relationships. Unhealthy relationships do not have to be abusive, but there are many reasons why you should still leave a bad relationship. Everyone deserves to be in a healthy and happy relationship, which is why you should […]
How to Support Healthy Love

Having healthy relationships with friends and romantic partners is the backbone to a living an overall fulfilling and healthy life. It means having stability, warmth, healthy love, companionship, devotion, and true friendship. Healthy love is what keeps us going when times are tough, or when nothing seems to be going right – when your partner […]