LANGUAGE AND POWER
None of us escape from the language of patriarchy. Increasing our awareness of sexist language releases us from unjust outlooks on men and women.
Tag Archive for: empowerment
THE IMPORTANCE OF STORY
/in Coercive Control, Domestic Abuse, Growth, Self-esteem and Confidence /by JenniferAs we begin a new year, it’s important to recognize that new beginnings include telling your own story.
A TOOLKIT FOR RESPONDING TO COERCIVE CONTROL
/in Coercive Control, Controlling Relationships, Growth, Self-esteem and Confidence, Uncategorized /by JenniferAfter survivors learn the tactics of coercion and attend to their injuries, they can focus on how to respond in ways that empower them and disempower the controller. They do this by learning how to keep abusers’ blame, negation, and gaslighting from having power over them.
TIPS ON DIVORCING AN ABUSER
/in Coercive Control, Controlling Relationships, Domestic Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Relationships, Uncategorized /by JenniferDivorce is never easy, and that is especially true for intimate partner abuse survivors. My last blog, Considering Divorce, was a walk-through of the process. During my interview with Holly Slota, attorney at Pines Bach LLP in Madison WI, I asked what issues make it more difficult for survivors. This blog combines her responses with guidance on how to handle each issue.
ALLIES FOR SURVIVORS
/in Allies, Coercive Control, Controlling Relationships, Domestic Abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Uncategorized /by JenniferAllies are the first pearl in the necklace of insight, hope, and healing. Victims know the difference between an ally and someone who has an agenda.
GO BEYOND FEAR OF WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW
/in Coercive Control, Controlling Relationships, Domestic Abuse, Growth, Intimate Partner Violence, Uncategorized /by JenniferAcknowledging what we don’t know represents strength when we use our curiosity and “inner scientist” to learn about it
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