Knowing Yourself: Understanding Behaviour and Building Resilience Recovery from abuse doesn’t start with a perfect plan — it starts with a question: Why do I feel and act the way I do? For many survivors, behaviours that seem irrational or disruptive make perfect sense when seen through the lens of … Continue reading
Family Ties People should “choose to be around those who honestly fail [them], not those who dishonestly deny they hurt [them] and have no intent to do better” (Boundaries, Dr. Henry Cloud). There is a grounding effect that comes from acknowledging basic human fallibility. It helps us recognize our own … Continue reading
In the Shadow of An Abuser Victims of child abuse have a plethora of literature that encourages them to move beyond the abuse. They are inspired to channel their pain and overcome the obstacles they were presented with as children. All the resources available for this demographic are useful. However, … Continue reading
