Help, My Life Feels Empty!
Does your life feel like it is dull, and boring, with nothing to look forward to?
Seeing Humanity Within Characters of Your Family’s Drama
As you watch the family drama unfold before your eyes as an audience member viewing a performance such as “True West” written by Sam Shepard it is hard to not think about the characters in your own story.
Anger Management
Anger exists for a purpose—to energize us to act. But when anger runs the show, the actions we take can hurt others or ourselves. When we gain self-awareness and practice emotional regulation, we can use our anger to take us to better things.
Domestic Abuse and Forms of Maintaining Power & Control
Domestic abuse is “a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship”.
Domestic Violence and Prevention
Not everyone feels safe, supported, or cared for in their environments. Yet having access to nurturing and responsive caregivers, violence-free relationships, and safe environments are important foundations for violence prevention, especially for young children and their early-brain-development.
Saying Sorry
While these are gestures to help you and/or the person you hurt feel better, it does not directly acknowledge the offense.
Gabby Petito
Murder mysteries. Missing persons. Unsolved Cases. There is something that pulls us into these stories–the twists, turns, and plot changes. Finding out the truth can be shocking.
Sexual Assault Awareness and Local Resources: The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
I would like to highlight the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.
Being Mindful and Compassionate in Tough Conversations
Tough conversations often create discomfort and can lead to avoidance. There may be reluctance to speak up due to fear of consequences. What will people think? How do I manage my own anxiety? Consider for a moment that remaining silent during tough conversations also communicates a message. What message do you wish to convey?
Stress + Staying at Home: The Rise of Intimate Partner Violence
Violence within intimate relationships is on the rise. Increased stress + staying at home + social isolation has help create a “perfect storm” for violence within the home. Being familiar with the types of abuse that can occur within relationships is an important step to recognize “red flags” to help yourself and/ or others who are experiencing or have experienced abuse during quarantine.
