Has my device been hacked?
Technology is a powerful tool, but it can also be used as a weapon in abusive situations. Spyware allows perpetrators to control, abuse, and track your movements. Unfortunately, spyware is often cheap and easy to install, making it difficult to detect. Signs your device may have spyware: Battery drains unusually fast The device turns […]
The Healing Power of Essential Oils for Self-Care During Breakup, Divorce, and Abuse Recovery
Going through a breakup, divorce, or surviving abuse can be an emotionally overwhelming and physically exhausting journey. Finding ways to nurture and heal yourself during these challenging times is crucial. Essential oils are a powerful, natural method used for centuries. These potent plant extracts offer a range of therapeutic benefits that can support your mental, […]
Helping Kids Understand Divorce When Leaving an Abusive Situation
Divorce is always challenging, but when you are leaving an abusive relationship, the complexities multiply. Telling your children about the divorce in such situations requires extra care and thoughtfulness to ensure their emotional well-being. You will no doubt feel shame, guilt, or even anger. But it would be best to remember that you are taking […]
Letting go is hard. But holding on is harder.
Ah, relationships. Those beautiful, complex, sometimes downright confounding connections we humans dive into with such enthusiasm and, let’s be honest, a fair bit of naiveté. Whether it’s the exhilarating first date butterflies or the comforting routines of a long-term partnership, there’s much to love about being in love. Yet, despite all the romance, letting go […]
Domestic Abuse: Why it’s a workplace issue
Twenty years ago, I fled a suffocating relationship, unaware that what I endured was abuse. Growing up witnessing my mother and sisters endure similar torment, I mistook it for normalcy. As a student juggling education and part-time work, college and the workplace became sanctuaries where I could briefly evade my perpetrator’s grasp. My Story After […]
Trying to leave an abusive partner?
Are you thinking about leaving an abusive partner? Or perhaps you have already left? Whichever stage you are at in your life right now, you are no doubt feeling overwhelmed and confused. Try to visualize your current situation as a garden that has become out of control. In order for you to get it back […]
How to divorce a narcissist
Without Losing Yourself….. Divorce can be challenging, but when one of the partners involved demonstrates narcissistic behaviours, it can be fraught with difficulties. Divorce rates are very high in this group, and narcissists will exhibit a range of manipulative and self-centred behaviours that can complicate and prolong divorce proceedings. As you realise that the relationship has ended […]
Why She Doesn’t Just Leave
It sounds so simple. It should be that simple. It should be as easy as packing a bag, arranging a safe place to stay and walking out the door. The reality is that it’s a multi-faceted situation deeply entrenched in emotional, psychological and logistical complexities that make it almost impossible for people to break free. […]
Can I co-parent with a Narcissist?
Because trying to talk about anything related to the children is impossible. I hear you. Discussing anything with a narcissist logically is like banging your head against a brick wall. You will have better conversations with a 4-year-old. The words reasonable, understanding, empathy, and considerate don’t compute with a narcissist. You may as well find a […]