Healing is a deeply personal journey, and every survivor experiences it in their own way. Along the way, survivors are often given many messages and pieces of advice about what healing should look like—especially when it comes to forgiveness.
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Haven FYI – Friday December 12, 2025
The holiday season can bring moments of joy, celebration, and connection—but it can also bring pressure, financial strain, and be emotionally overwhelming , especially for survivors of domestic violence. If you are feeling stretched thin, exhausted, or weighed down by expectations this time of year, please know that you are not alone. The following suggestions apply to all of us this time of year!
Haven FYI – Friday December 5, 2025
Emotional abuse is a form of manipulation or control that undermines an individual’s sense of self-worth. If often involves tactics like belittling, constant criticism, humiliation, gaslighting and isolation.
Haven FYI – Friday November 21, 2025
Realizing that someone you care about may be in an abusive relationship can be heartbreaking and deeply frustrating—especially when they aren’t ready to acknowledge the abuse or seek help. You may feel helpless, unsure of what to say or do, and afraid for their safety. While you can’t force someone to leave a relationship before they’re ready, your support can make a powerful difference. Knowing how to respond in a way that is safe, respectful, and empowering is key.
