Category: Abuse

  • Spiritual Abuse

    Spiritual Abuse

    Abuse. One word but a word that conjures hurt, disappointment, pain, a sense of helplessness, anger, frustration….the list goes on. The Church in Biblical context is Christ. Christ is Jesus as the Head and His body (the congregation). Jesus is the epitome of love. All accounts of Him represent peace and kindness. The Church whom…

  • Narcissistic Abuse – You Are Not Alone and You Are Not Crazy

    by Alexandra Madeira Narcissistic abuse is a mind-bending game of calculated manipulation tactics that will have you questioning your own sanity. Because of its subtle nature, the damage is often done before we even realize we are victims of it. If you are here, there is a good chance you have already spent some time wondering:…

  • Life beyond Abuse – Is it possible at all?

    April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month.  There is a very strong direct link between child abuse and mental illness, not surprisingly.  Childhood is meant to be a time of nurturing.  When this is taken away from a child, in those fundamental years of life, there are scars that can cause lasting or even lifetime…

  • Overcoming Sexual Abuse

    By Anne Arouna Experiencing sexual abuse has to be one of the unhealthiest and unsettling experiences someone can endure.   Overcoming sexual abuse is hard.  There is no two ways about it.   Being a victim of sexual abuse in the past myself, it is an area very close to my heart. There were other…

  • Mental Effects of Female Genital Mutilation

    by Anne Arouna Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) has been practiced for centuries.  Thank God that some brave women have voiced this butchery to the face of the earth.   This hideous practice is a crime against humanity, the ghastliest act of indignity towards a woman.  There are ladies in Africa and Asia crying out today…

  • The  Selfish Reason of Female Genital Mutilation

    The Selfish Reason of Female Genital Mutilation

    by Anne Arouna What is the reason behind Female Genital Mutilation?  The very act of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is selfish.   Centuries back in some parts of ancient Africa, men would travel far distances without cars or all the modern forms of transportation of today.     The men were traders.   They could leave their wives at home…