Examining Deeply Rooted Limiting Beliefs
Our Guest Thriver Blogs allow fellow survivors to share [...]
Sharing the Secret that Haunts and Impacts You
This month’s thriver blog comes from Steve Peacock who [...]
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Raising Awareness, Sharing Stories, Providing Resources
This month, communities and advocacy organizations are raising awareness [...]
Healing the Wounds of Sexual Abuse
How do you begin to heal the wounds from [...]
Understanding the Impact of Sexual Abuse
Do you believe the world’s culture is desensitized to [...]
When the Holiday Season Is Difficult: Secrets and Seasons of the Journey
Holiday Seasons can be difficult. When you hear, “Secrets [...]
Releasing – Part of Healing Our Woundedness
“We are all wounded in some way. What we [...]
We only have one shot at this thing called life – own your destiny
Own Your Destiny! I met Maggie Kanzki, fellow author [...]
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
At the beginning of the month we talked about how survivors of sexual abuse often create a comfort zone for themselves. Two different images were offered - that of wrapping yourself up with insulation like a blanket or forming a protective wall. It may also be a comfy nest that you don’t really want to leave, even when it’s time.
Let’s explore what a comfort zone might look like for you.
Comfort Zone and Growth
As sexual abuse survivors, we have had to create safety for ourselves. We experienced the unthinkable and now feeling vulnerable and/or out of control can be frightening and uncomfortable. For me, there were a number of layers I wrapped myself up to feel safe and secure.
