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First Steps
These posts focus on what abuse is, why change is worth it, and how to get started on your journey.
Questions answered:
- Am I really abusive?
- Can I save my relationship/family?
- How much trouble am I in right now?
Problem Areas
Here we talk about how to handle difficult situations and how to stop specific behaviors that harm relationships.
Questions answered:
- How do I stop doing _____?
- How can I handle difficult situations better?
- What do I do when my partner _____?
Think Differently
Changing behavior often comes down to our ability to think about circumstances differently. That’s what this category covers.
Questions answered:
- How can I “make different choices”?
- What beliefs are driving my actions?
- How can I respond rather than react?
Root Causes
Taking a deeper dive into what drives bad behavior helps us learn how to heal and change from the inside out.
Questions answered:
- Why am I like this?
- What’s driving my behavior?
- How do I make change permanent?
Relationship Skills
Relationships are hard. These posts center on ways to make yours close and loving and keep it that way.
Questions answered:
- How can I improve my relationship?
- How can I reduce conflict?
- What role does boundaries play?
Communication Skills
Communication can be difficult and none of us ever master it, but this category can help you get better.
Questions answered:
- How can I get my partner to listen?
- Why do certain subjects lead to conflict?
- How can I express myself better?
The Change Journey
Posts in this topic explain milestones and challenges in your change journey, including how to know when you’re ready for a relationship.
Questions answered:
- What is the process of changing?
- How do I know I’m better?
- Am I safe to be in a relationship?
Resources and Reviews
Wondering what other resources can help you on your journey? Here are recommendations for some of the most useful ones.
Questions answered:
- What other resources are out there?
- How can I get the most from counseling?
- Are there books I should read?
Domestic Violence and Us
Blog posts covering more about the causes and cures for domestic violence and the Ananias Foundation’s approach.
Questions answered:
- Why haven’t we stopped domestic violence?
- Where’s the help for those who cause harm?
- What is the Ananias Foundation’s approach?