Hope when there was none

What questions do you need to ask yourself before leaving? What items do you need? These and much more in today's video. Please contact a shelter or the National Domestic Violence Hotline- https://www.thehotline.org/ or call 800.799.SAFE (7233)   Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusi...

Overcoming trauma can be challenging! It is a huge step to recognize that you were affected by this. There are a few steps that you can start today to start healing. These steps are taken from the NAMI- The National Alliance on Mental Illness. Here is the link to the article- https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/January-2021/Six-Self-Care-Tips-on-Overcoming-Abuse-Related-Trauma  It is importa...

What the heck is a Narcissist? Are you a Narcissist? Can you spot a Narcissist? All this and more in today's video! Here is the history of Narcissism- https://www.britannica.com/science/narcissism Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to...

This will be a jammed-packed episode! How do you know you are being abused? What the heck is Gaslighting and signs to look for in a person that claims they will change.  Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer...

It can be hard to know if what you are going through is abuse. You question yourself. You may blow it off or rationalize situations or behaviors from your loved ones. So, what can you do?  #TeachableTuesday Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help....

Have you ever heard the childhood rhyme, "Sticks and stones, may break my bones, but words can never hurt me?" You can actually find many examples of this here- https://literarydevices.net/sticks-and-stones-may-break-my-bones/ Words can make you laugh or hurt you deeply wounding your soul. You can carry those words with you throughout your life. Negative words can intimidate, scare, humiliate, iso...

Mental abuse is very similar to emotional abuse neither leave physical scars but can cut deeply into your spirit. Abuse can have lasting effects on someone. How can you spot this? Tune in for more. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to...

This is the first of my series about various types of abuse. Emotional abuse can be hard to detect. Like mental abuse, many victims don't even consider this abuse. Like other forms of abuse the begins subtly. What does it look like? Tune in to learn more. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusiv...

Many victims of abuse find themselves in a heap of trouble after leaving their abuser. What is Financial abuse and suggestions to help you in this bonus show. Here is the original blog post- https://hopewhentherewasnone.blogspot.com/2021/03/financial-abuse-abuser-asserts-control.html Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or frie...

What is Teen Dating Violence? Find out on today's #TeachableTuesday. Here are the links to the information I mentioned in today's broadcast: https://www.kiraninc.org/teen-dating-violence https://startstrong.futureswithoutviolence.org/4-elements-of-success/engage-influencers/parents/ https://www.verywellfamily.com/teen-dating-violence-risk-factors-4584640 https://www.weaveinc.org/post/tips-parents-...

In today's #SoulfulSunday I'm talking about something a little different than self-care. But, what is revictimization in abuse? Find out today!   Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empowerment, and educat...

On today's #TeachableTuesday I am going to give a brief description of abuse. Abuse defined can mean a number of things, e.g.: 1) Abuse of power 2) Substance abuse 3) Physical 4) Mental 5) Verbal 6) Sexual 7) Religion 8) Financial If you talk to or listen to experts on the subject, you will find there is an escalation of these. People from every gender, age, and ethnic background are affected. The...

It can be hard to rebuild your life after leaving an abusive relationship. What can you do to take back your control? Find out in today's #SoulfulSunday. I mentioned Kara Witkowski's group James needs Justice. You can learn about her children's heartbreaking and horrific story here. Her fight and story aren't over and sadly this is something that happens to many victims and Survivors of abuse. htt...

Abuse can take many forms and can be used against someone you love. That someone may be your pet. Abusers know how to get to you and harming or threatening something you love is usually the number one weapon used to keep you in line. On today's #TeachableTuesday I dive into the topic of animals and abuse. Here are links that I referred to in this video- https://awionline.org/content/safety-plannin...

It's #SoulfulSunday where I share a dose of positive vibes and today I'm talking about the "Gratitude Alarm". I began this practice last year and it has changed my heart when I needed it. Tune in to learn more about how to start using this practice.    Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an...

What the heck is brain dumping and what does it have to do with what is going on in your life right now?! Find out here on today's #TeachableTuesday. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped in an abusive relationship and need to know how to help. My goal is to share awareness, offer empowerment, and educate...

Are you struggling to find your place in this world? Maybe you experienced a break-up and feel alone or not sure what to do with your life. I will share suggestions for tackling this common challenge that both women and men find themselves in on this #SoulfulSunday . Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or friend of someone trapped...

Dr. Stephen Carpman brought this to attention in the '60s. There are 3 different parts- Victim, Prosecutor, or Rescuer Narcissists can play any of these roles at any time. You may not know how to respond to these roles and it is hard to get out of this cycle. You could have been born into this situation so this is “normal” for you. You may be shamed or guilted into this situation or role. Listen i...

You may be cringing right now but starting a Journaling practice can be life-changing! Tap into dreams, goals, what negative patterns are holding you back from moving forward, and more. Here are some prompts to get you started today! Ask yourself questions- My day was... The best day of my life was... Why am I here? What is my purpose? How can I serve others? How can I serve the Lord? I want to ac...

Boundaries for self-love I never knew: I can tell someone how I felt. I can tell someone what my needs were. I can tell someone when something didn't feel good. In our relationships with others and including ourselves it is important to make sure your voice is heard.  Sound good? Tune in to hear more! Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you ar...

Teresa Dunn, is my guest and shares her first book- "Poetry Expressions" that is a compilation of poetry as well as short stories. She is no stranger to hardship as she endured abuse by her father as a young child. She spilled her memories onto the pages of her books as a healing tool.  Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Perhaps you are a parent or f...

On today's #TeachableTuesday I'm discussing "Fragmentation in relationships" Fragmenting is pieces of something. In a relationship, this can come in the forms of someone in the family using/doing:   Strong views on politics, religion, and health issues   Drugs abuse   Alcohol abuse   Domestic Abuse   Divorce   Single parenting   Infidelity   Criminal behavio...

*WARNING! Explicit language* Are you an abuser? How do you know? What are the signs? Does someone call you abusive and you think they are the abuser?! Tune in to learn more on this popular Facebook episode. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Could you please share it with someone that needs a dash of hope, to know they are not alone, or to find empowermen...

On this #SoulfulSunday I discuss how writing can help you heal, grow, and find forgiveness. Someone out there needs to know they are not alone and that they can survive. Could you please share with someone that needs a dash of hope, to know they are not alone, or to find empowerment?  My goal is to share awareness, offer empowerment, and educate others about emotional traumas and domestic abu...

On today's #TeachableTuesday I am going to read from "Please Tell! A child's story about sexual abuse by Jessie. This is a tough topic many children are victims of sexual abuse by more often than not someone they know. I'll share this story and suggestions. Find the article I mentioned here- https://themindsjournal.com/tips-to-save-your-child-from-sexual-abuse/ Someone out there needs to know they...