Children living in an unhappy, unsafe home, are usually torn and confused. They adapt in many ways to cope with the situation.

The words we say to ourselves have a powerful impact on our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Our words can bring us down or uplift us, so it is very important to speak to ourselves in empowering ways.

Writing Invisible Wounds was a deeply profound, spiritual experience, and one that I will never forget. After 4 ½ years of abuse I was at incredibly low ebb…

The most effective way we can protect ourselves from abuse is to ensure we are very clear about what behaviors cross the line. This is not as simple as it sounds.

All couples have power struggles and disagreements at times, but the abusive relationship is characterized by inequality, unfairness, control and unkindness.

If our partner is repeatedly using destructive behavior against us it is almost inevitable that we are changed by this experience and these changes can be far-reaching.

Day-to-day life can be stressful if we are dealing with the relentless demands, and constant conflict of a narcissistic partner. It is no wonder we can find ourselves on the slippery slope of burnout.

When are we struggling in a destructive relationship the most pressing question is often: “Will he change?” This is a vital question because our future is impacted so much by the answer.

Occasional clashes and conflicts between couples are inevitable. However, when this conflict is one-sided and our partner’s behavior is demeaning and hurtful it is time to stop and take stock.

Practicing good self-care is vital to counter stress and increase wellbeing. Here are some suggestions on ways to increase your self-care.

Most children and teenagers have their moments of using behaving destructively to get their own way but when a child is persistently attacking us verbally or physically we are confronting a serious problem.

Anger, acted out destructively, can be one of the most destructive emotions in a relationship. Angry outbursts can be frightening and distressing to live with.

A dream is an ideal, aspiration or ambition that is dear to our heart. Our dreams are an expression of our true self, as unique as our fingerprints.

Trying to overcome persistent anxiety is taxing. Our mental response to anxiety is crucial. When we feel anxious, we can fuel the fire by worrying, and imagining. ..

It is a challenging task to bring up a child successfully. It can be deeply distressing to realize we are not being the parent we want to be.

It is easy to turn to alcohol or drugs when we are stressed. Before we know it we can find ourselves developing a dependency. A whole new set of difficulties can then occur.

The messages we tell ourselves have an huge impact on how we feel about ourselves and how we deal with hurtful people.