12 Self Care Gifts to Give Yourself
The holidays are merry and joyful, but can be stressful and exhausting at times on top of the already hectic and chaotic way life can usually be. That’s what makes self care so important year round and especially during the holidays. Taking care of number one is critical to feeling healthy, well, and happy. These […]
Domestic Violence Doesn’t Take a Holiday
Domestic violence will affect 25 percent of women in their lifetime and abuse knows no boundaries, including the seasons. Violence in a relationship can be traumatic any time of year, but the holidays add another layer of complications. Domestic Violence Reports Decrease During the Holidays A study by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence […]
7 Tips to Counter Loneliness During the Holidays
The holiday season often comes with pressure to feel joy, love, and happiness. For those who have left a relationship during this time of year, including survivors of relationship abuse, feelings of loneliness or isolation are sure to creep up. Yes, this is normal. But know that you don’t have to be in a relationship, […]
KPBS Interview with Jessica Yaffa – Shelley Malil Domestic Violence Case
Shelley Malil Domestic Violence Case Our very own Jessica Yaffa speaks to KPBS in response to the Shelley Malil domestic violence case and the rehabilitation of offenders.
20 Self Care Tips from People We Love
When we are struggling with relationships, whether they are abusive or not, self-care can often get pushed to the wayside. But if you’ve been following my blogs, or heard me speak, you know that nurturing the relationship we have with ourselves is even more important when we’re experiencing difficulties in our relationships with others. My […]
Healthy Boundaries in Relationships
A guide for setting healthy boundaries in relationships Humans are social animals. Our very existence relies on our relationships with others and many aspects of our well-being hinges on the quality of those relationships. Whether you are the type to have many relationships or just a few, healthy relationships are critical to your survival. […]
How to Deal with a Narcissist
Dealing with a narcissist can be difficult. Whether they are our partner, parent, child, friend, boss, or co-worker, interacting with them can create feelings within us of shame, low self-worth, frustration, and fatigue. It can be difficult to spot a narcissist until we’re entangled in a dramatic relationship with them. Often, our first interactions with […]
