Healing Violence

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 ...

"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 ...

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.

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.

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 ...

Book Description "Breaking the Cycle of Abuse: Healing Trauma, Building Healthy Relationships, and Empowering Survivors through Empathy and Self-Compassion" offers a transformative journey for anyone impacted by abuse—whether as a victim, survivor, or even an abuser seeking to change. This comprehensive guide provides essential tools, insights, and support to break free from harmful patterns and foster a future rooted in healing and resilience.Why You Should Buy This Book: ✅ Understand the Cycle of Abuse: Learn about the repeating patterns that keep individuals trapped in a cycle of ...

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.

A beautiful girl with plans to go to college has her life shattered one night in a horrific act of violence. Her boyfriend blames himself and his older brother steps in to pick up the slack. As she heals both inside and out, she finds her heart torn between the love of two brothers.

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 ...

ALL THEY WANTED WAS LOVE, SAFETY AND SANITY! BUT WHERE COULD THEY GO? Jennifer and her two grown children had suffered physical and emotional abuse for over a decade. She was finally getting away from her abusive husband by divorcing him. But when he drained all the money from their bank account, leaving them with nothing to live on, what was she going to do? Sometimes a well-timed rescue comes from a total stranger. This story is the parable of the Good Samaritan lived out. Diane Ehrlich tells the heart-wrenching true account of a family who escapes domestic violence and the extraordinary ...

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,...

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 ...

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.

Finding Comfort is a book about easing grief and trauma after unimaginable horrors - mass shootings, catastrophic natural disasters, and terrorist acts. Through personal recollections of responding to tragedy, combined with a practical application, Earl Johnson offers listeners the tools they need to seek support and offer it to those in need. The book walks through the life cycle of disaster care from the first hours and days to the years that follow.

You are a fighter but that doesn't mean it is okay for you to be hit. So what you grew up not calling the police sometimes you just need some help. Your not alone, it is happening everywhere, but you don't have to be a victim. As you read my story please don't feel sorry for me I survived, find your hope, healing and if the situation is still happening your strength to escape from it.

Where do you turn when the past comes to call? Cara Alexander wants to live life on her terms, but her paltry attempts at adulting have left her world a mess. Those around her think if she returned to the faith of her childhood and let God be in control, all would be well. She's not convinced. God proved Himself untrustworthy during the most tragic event of her life. Why would she believe His empty promises and supposed plans now? She’s just fine on her own. Except she's not. Her struggles with self-defeating behavior, bad choices, and debilitating fear bring consequences beyond her ...

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."

In this powerful and personal memoir, Annelise Duval shares her journey of survival, courage, and healing after escaping the devastating grip of domestic violence. Through raw, honest storytelling, Annelise provides insight into the emotional, physical, and psychological toll of abuse, while offering a message of hope for those still trapped in the cycle.

A reminder to look for the humanity in everyone we see. After suffering a devastating loss, Henry Thornwood, a former college professor, finds himself living in a homeless encampment in the Northwest. As he makes the rounds, extending kindness and cups of coffee to vulnerable members of the community, he meets Cindy Rhodes, a realtor and domestic abuse survivor, who is also running from a painful past. The two of them bond over their trauma and set out on a soulful journey. What follows is an unlikely love story that leads them to a commune along the Columbia River Gorge, the sanctuary they...