GIVING and RECEIVING NEGATIVE FEEDBACK

This fourth blog in my assertive communication series shows why these skills are important and how to be constructive in their use.

ASSERTIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS: REQUEST AND REFUSAL

This assertive communication skills series begins with two self-defining skills: assertive request and assertive refusal.

CHANGING NEGATIVE THOUGHTS

Noticing and adjusting your thoughts is an important mental health skill for everyone. Change negative thinking and you’ll change your life.

CENTERING SELF-CARE TO REGAIN YOUR RIGHTS AND POWER

Centering self-care de-stresses and connects you to your emotions and thoughts. This creates a resilient buffer from all stress, including abuse. By regaining your former self-care methods and perhaps adding new ones, you can reconnect with yourself and regain your power.  

HOW TO EMPOWER YOURSELF WHEN AN INTIMATE PARTNER ABUSES YOU

This blog is the beginning of a seven-part series regarding therapeutic basics that I found addressed survivors’ concerns and encouraged post-traumatic growth. Each of my next six blogs will go into more depth. I think you will find they help you to empower yourself.

FACING LOSS WITH RESILIENCE

Dr. Boss reveals that resilience is especially important when there are no immediate solutions. This is often what intimate partner abuse survivors face: no immediate solution. Sometimes, coercive behavior continues even after leaving. Dr. Boss prescribes adaptability, flexibility, and tolerance for ambiguity. What do these mean for victims of intimate abuse?