Many survivors find themselves repeating unhealthy relationships, for we grew up having no idea what healthy boundaries are or what love really is. The examples we were shown as children were exactly how we have typically set our lives to be…but that can change! We all deserve to be loved and enjoy love. No longer do you need to fear love, but embrace it. The sooner you can come to terms with the fact that you are “normal” for what happened to you, and that just because you weren’t taught the proper way a relationship should be, does not mean you have no right to have one. READ MORE...
Michael Skinner (creative, talented, hope for survivors)
I am so thankful that Michael Skinner is sharing his news letter with the world and becoming a great voice of hope for sexual abuse survivors!!! You can check out his website to learn more about his mission and the work he is doing. READ MORE...
Ingredients to surviving Sexual Abuse!!
There are many ways to heal from sexual abuse/assualt. Here are some of the key factors I have found to be worth knowing and understanding: READ MORE...
What do you want to hear from LAS?
Hey guys! Thanks for reading and giving your support towards ending sexual abuse….we have a long way to go, but it is worth every effort!!! READ MORE...
SafePlace Fundraiser
Hey guys check out the link below…let’s see how much we can get to assist in raising funds for an amazing program!!! READ MORE...
My husband, the GREATEST!
I am so very lucky to have a husband who supports, loves, and holds me through all the pain being a survivor brings to my life and his. I am thankful he is there to tell me when I’m being silly to when I have every right to be angry at the world. I had no idea marriage could be so difficult but I am more than just a little thankful that he is the one by my side through it all. READ MORE...
Nille, my dear friend
I have this amazing friend. Nille has become such a huge part of my support group. She listens, she shares, she talks to me about all the stuff that I need to talk about. She is an amazing woman and survivor!!! I am so excited I have found someone who can relate with me and share this survivor experience with me. READ MORE...
Is there material chaos in your life?
Many survivors show their chaotic emotions through living in clutter. The concept of keeping their home neat and clean is beyond their reach as their emotional state does not prove that things can indeed be organized. Is this something that you feel you can relate to? READ MORE...
Helping Cope?
There are many techniques survivors will attempt when learning how to self soothe through rough moments. What may work for one will not always work for the others. It is key to understand your triggers and trust yourself to get out of that negative space. Below are a few of the things I can do to get to my “happy place:” READ MORE...