Our writings (blog) on all topics relating to abusive relationships

We really hope that this programme has been helpful. You may have stuck with it or dipped in and out. That's fine. You take what you...

Self-compassion is important for anyone who has experienced an abusive relationship because it helps us to develop feelings of...

In the journey back from abusive relationships we are often referred to self-compassion as an approach to support recovery. In fact, it is very helpful for us. But for many people the concept is totally foreign. Not the idea of compassion, as we are often very compassionate... but how to direct it at ourselves. The journey to accessing this skill starts with understanding what it is. What is self-compassion? Self-compassion is the act of being kind and understanding towards