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Should we have a Breakup List?
Last week, I shared the story of Brock lying to me about wrecking his dad’s truck. When I discovered the truth and asked Brock why he...
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Feb 263 min read

The Lie I Wish I’d Seen
After Brock and I had been dating for a few weeks, he called me one night as I was getting ready for bed. He told me he’d been in an...
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Feb 263 min read

Why Don’t They Just Leave: How Stress Impacts Decision-Making
My friends would describe me as strong, capable, and dependable. I have my flaws, and work to recognize areas for improvement and grow....
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Feb 194 min read

Understanding Trauma Bonds
A view from the bike at sunrise. In the last post , I wrote about my struggle to leave, and then stay away from, a dating partner who was...
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Feb 44 min read


Getting off the Roller Coaster
A view from the bike at sunrise. As an adult, I found myself in an unhealthy relationship. When we first met, and got to know each other,...
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Jan 223 min read

Choosing a Positive Change
A view from the bike at sunrise. Several weeks ago, I wrote a post about riding my bike in the morning at sunrise. It’s enjoyable during...
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Jan 84 min read


The Most Dangerous Time
The Breakup and up to Two Years after are the most dangerous time in a relationship - even if it hasn't been physically abusive. Warning:...
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Nov 20, 20244 min read


Spiritual Abuse
A few years ago, I tried online dating. I met a man, Russ, who mentioned church in his profile, and as we messaged online, he asked me...
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Oct 23, 20245 min read

What’s on the Inside?
On my running route, I pass a house that has been in the process of being renovated. Recently the renovations on the house were...
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Aug 6, 20246 min read


Unhealthy, Harmful, or Abusive?
A different perspective on the difference between unhealthy, harmful, or abusive relationships.
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Jul 31, 20245 min read
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