Recently, I received a call from a young woman who wanted to educate her church about grooming. She also wanted to teach older men appropriate behaviour towards younger women. Her request intrigued me, so I asked what influenced her desire to address this issue. She shared her experiences leading … [Read more...]
Where Are the Church Leaders in the Fight Against Abuse?
More and more victims of adult clergy sexual abuse are coming forward. As someone who knows firsthand the impact of sexual abuse, both personally and professionally - through working with many women in one-on-one counselling and my course, Journey to Freedom, I have seen the devastating and … [Read more...]
Facing Emotionally Immature Parents Over the Holidays: Navigating the Strain and Finding Peace
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. But for many people, they can also be a time of deep emotional strain—especially when it comes to facing emotionally immature or toxic family members. If you've done the work—been in therapy, read the books, practised … [Read more...]
8 Things to Do if Recent Church Abuse Failings Trigger You
Hearing about abuse failings in church institutions can be deeply distressing, especially for those of us with personal ties to our faith communities. Such news often stirs betrayal, anger, sadness, and disillusionment with religious institutions. These reactions can affect our mental well-being, … [Read more...]
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