Healing from abuse involves knowing when to open those fence gates and when to keep them shut—to defend your boundaries. Peter Pollard asserts both are good choices.
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Following Your Bliss
Randy Boyd shares how he escaped the mentality of his abusive home and found his bliss.
Randy Boyd shares how he escaped the mentality of his abusive home and found his bliss.
Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: Healing the Man Within
The struggle can come to an end.
The struggle can come to an end.
Hello My Name is…Fill in the Blank
You can change the sticker whenever you need.
You can change the sticker whenever you need.
No More Silence: It’s Never Too Late to Start Healing
Aboriginal men are beginning to deal with their sexual abuse the way they deal with everything else. As a community.
Aboriginal men are beginning to deal with their sexual abuse the way they deal with everything else. As a community.
An Old Photograph Around My Neck
I found an old photograph recently. It’s a flimsy, bent Polaroid print of myself as a child.
I found an old photograph recently. It’s a flimsy, bent Polaroid print of myself as a child.
The Forest for the Trees – Bristlecone Reflections
Just as this tree survives thin soil, strong winds, freezing temperatures, and limited water these men thrive in spite of trauma and abuse.
If I Told You…
…There is help for you today and hope for a better life and future.
Hope Wins! An Ancient Lesson About Overcoming Fear
Supporting those we love steadily, patiently, and nurture hope over fear.
Yes, Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks
Once a vibrant young boy, full of life and joy, abuse left him feeling worthless. But helping others gave him back his life.
Resources to Address Sexual Victimization of Males on a College Campus
Addressing the myths around male sexual victimization.
Many Thanks
A thank you from the Creative Projects Manager at 1in6.
Why I’ve Started Keeping Running Shoes by the Door
Landry Ayers on the mental commitment it takes to get off the couch.
1BlueString And The Power Of Partnerships
Bobby Dennis on the power of music for male sexual abuse survivors.
Would More Men Use Social Services if We Actually Tailored Services to Their Needs?
Most services focus on the needs of female survivors, so is it any wonder that male survivors seldom seek help?
Triggers
Childhood abuse and the concept of triggers.