Healing Violence

Since Bailey Rae Rigby’s adoptive aunt Winnie passed, Bent Oak, South Carolina, doesn’t have much of a hold on her anymore. So it seems. Bailey Rae aims to settle the small estate and, armed with her aunt’s inspiring personal cookbook, buy a food truck with an ocean view in Myrtle Beach. Everything goes awry when a distraught young mother arrives in town clutching a copy of that same cookbook. Embedded inside is a code that promises a safe place in Bent Oak for desperate women on the run. For Bailey Rae it opens up a world of questions.

The family court system is meant to protect domestic violence victims, yet too often, it becomes an endless labyrinth that traps them inside. Abusers weaponize our judicial system to instill their revenge, from long, drawn-out divorces and custody battles to forcing their victims to spend thousands of dollars and endless time in court. In her new book, Kaytee Gillis tells the story of those victims trying to defend themselves against the revenge of post-separation abuse while navigating that legal labyrinth. When our judicial system fails to protect victims from this abuse, they give ...

Have you endlessly searched online trying to make sense of their behaviour? Hoping to understand how they treat you. ‘Is it normal?’ ‘Why does it hurt so much?’ Or perhaps you feel conflicted because you think their behaviour is unacceptable, but you question your judgement. You ask yourself, ‘Is it me?’ ‘Am I too sensitive?’ ‘Am I crazy?’ Was It Even Abuse? was written by Emma Rose Byham, founder of The Personal Growth Project and Instagram community (@thepersonalgrowth.project) to support you in working through the chronic confusion and self-doubt experienced after ...

Truth So Raw: A Resource Toward Healing, Empowerment, and Hope The memoir Her Broken Wings Could Fly: A Survivor’s Journey Toward Healing, Empowerment, and Hope, to this book Truth So Raw, to be published in October 2024. In the memoir to Her Broken Wings Could Fly, author and survivor, Lenore Wolfe, shares a courageous and unflinching account of her journey through the complexities of intimate partner violence (IPV). This powerful memoir weaves together personal stories, psychological insights, and practical strategies for healing, offering readers a compassionate guide to understanding ...

This two-book collection offers both books in the Domestic Violence Survivor series in one place. As a survivor of domestic violence myself, I know that there's some comfort and strength to be gained from hearing about the events and situations that other people have gone through. To know you're not alone in how you're feeling whilst in an abusive relationship can feel like a God-send.

Damaged But Not Broken is a story of several women who have experienced domestic violence. This book allowed each victim to share their stories in a safe, nonjudgmental environment in which they were able to find comfort and relief from some of the pain and heaviness they carry.

Mataio (Matt) Faafetai Malietoa Brown offers the men in his barbershop a haircut with a difference: a safe space to be seen and heard without judgement. As the creator of My Fathers Barbers, Matt has inspired a new generation of New Zealand men to break free from the cycle of abuse - and those men have in turn inspired Matt and his wife, Sarah, to create the global anti-violence movement She Is Not Your Rehab.

Truth So Raw: An Action Plan for Women Feeling Trapped in Abusive Relationships Are you feeling trapped in an abusive relationship, struggling to find a way out? "Truth So Raw" is a powerful guide designed specifically for women like you, offering a compassionate and practical roadmap to reclaim your life and embrace your freedom. This insightful book delves deep into understanding the complex dynamics of abuse, helping you recognize the signs and acknowledge your feelings. With a focus on building a reliable support system, creating safety plans, and empowering yourself with knowledge, ...

"WHY DOESN’T SHE... JUST LEAVE?!” Domestic abuse doesn't discriminate. It affects women across all walks of life, regardless of their religious or socioeconomic background. This isn't just about physical violence; it's about the toxic cycle of verbal, emotional, psychological, sexual, and spiritual abuse. From a solid biblical standpoint, this guidebook offers a path to freedom, UNDERSTANDING, and hope beyond the trauma of abuse. In this guidebook, you'll: Uncover the hidden spiritual roots and dynamics behind abusive behavior. DISCOVER WHY SHE STAYS Embrace proven biblical truths to ...

Silent Scars: A Poetic Journey Through Domestic Violence "Underneath the Poetry with Her Diary" is a compelling anthology that unveils the hidden realities of domestic abuse through raw and honest poetry. Each verse serves as a voice for victims, capturing their fear, pain, and journey towards healing. Why This Collection is a Must-Read: Authentic Narratives: Experience the genuine emotions of those affected by domestic violence. Call to Action: These poems not only foster empathy but also advocate for change and a violence-free future. Healing Inspiration: Find solace and strength within ...

“Family Mobbing” is a strategic process of power and control. When daughters are mobbed, they’re not just shunned, attacked, or slandered: they’re also subjugated by a system of family rules that reinforces patriarchal oppression. What makes mobbing so insidious—and so under-reported—is that here, family itself is the site of violence, trauma, and shame.

The greatest way we are kept from freedom is not anything on the outside, but the brokenness we feel inside when who we ARE is shamed, manipulated, suppressed. Our sexuality is who we are, our power to live the life we want to, the means by which we find our destiny. This power of ours has been crippled by abuse, one on one as well as mass abuse of humanity. We have blocks in our subconscious or sleeping mind that we CAN release. These writings are realizations that have rehabilitated me and helped me walk again. Some of the topics covered in this book are: Sexual Shame Sexual Shame is ...

Black Americans' resilience during centuries of racially motivated violence is beyond remarkable. But continuing to endure this harm allows for generations of trauma to fester and grow. Healing has to be the priority going forward. For decades, Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggetts clung to her upbringing in the church, believing that racial reconciliation would come through faith and discipline, being respectable, and doing what's right. But when her cousin became the victim of a white supremacist's hateful rampage, her body and soul said, "no more."

They call it The Violence: a strange epidemic that causes the infected to experience sudden bursts of animalistic rage, with no provocation and no memory of their crimes. While it tears the nation apart, one woman sees something unlikely in the chaos—an opportunity.

In this powerful and unflinching memoir, Carol Denise Mitchell revisits her award-winning novel What Happened to Suzy, a harrowing yet inspiring account of a young girl’s survival through unimaginable abuse, poverty, and betrayal. Born into a large, troubled family, Suzy endures years of physical and emotional torment at the hands of those meant to protect her. But through resilience, courage, and the rare kindness of a few, she finds her voice and reclaims her life. This 25th anniversary edition includes new reflections and remains a vital testament to the strength of the human spirit ...

Domestic violence is not just a private issue—it is a societal crisis that leaves invisible scars on victims, families, and entire communities. Its impact ripples through every aspect of life, crossing racial, economic, and cultural boundaries. Yet, despite its devastating reach, society often remains silent, trapped by stigma and misconceptions. Breaking the Chain confronts this pervasive issue head-on, revealing the hidden pain behind closed doors and offering a path to healing and restoration. This transformative book explores the complexities of domestic violence through the lens of ...

Everything changed with the click of a shutter… the difference between life and death. Frankie Taylor has issues. Alcoholism, infidelity, and a divorce have plunged him into a pit so deep, he can see only one way out. But his scheme to end it all unravels after an odd chain of events involving a digital camera. Thwarted and bewildered, Frankie begins to reassemble the pieces of his carefully dismantled life. And God shows up… Cara Alexander is a teen intent on storming into adulthood. Her parents watch helplessly as their rebellious daughter slips away, leaving them reeling after ...

Lana's missing! Crazy with fear, her billionaire father unleashes an army of searchers, including an elite band of bodyguards, who rankle townsfolk with their heavy-handed tactics. Tempers flare as they desperately seek the shapely blonde water-skiing champion, last seen in a white bikini. The small town of Muscadine, Alabama, will never be the same, and neither will the Claypool family. The searchers push hard, but the town pushes back equally hard, in ways not seen for a generation. Find out what happens when the bullets fly. Scroll up and get it now with just one click!

"Violet Lemon" is a heart-wrenching, life-affirming journey through five decades of pain, survival, and ultimately—peace. It begins in December 1970, when young Violet and her brother are torn from their home and the loving father they once knew. Thrust into a world of instability, abuse, and betrayal, Violet’s childhood becomes a battlefield. Raised by a toxic mother and an abusive stepfather, she grows up surrounded by domestic violence, mental illness, addiction, and poverty. Told in powerful vignettes, this raw and poetic novel follows Violet over 50 years as she grapples with PTSD,...

The brave raw courage of the internationally bestselling authors featured in "Dawn of a New Day: Breaking Up with Abuse" will give you strength. Ask new questions today, ask for new choices. What if the impossible was possible? Witness this. Authors Dr. Lisa Cooney, Sara Flowers, Linda Wasil, Svava Brooks, Erica Glessing, Grace Hart, Kaarin Alisa, Andrew Rigg, Betsy McLoughlin, Melanie Meade, Wendy Terry, Heather Bell, Chelsea Gibson, Margriet Emerick, Jeneen Yungwirth, Denise Dominguez, Susan Ball, Karey Keith, Becky Herdt and Minette the Energist share wisdom and ask questions that could ...