Coming Home to Myself: A New Chapter at 67 At the age of 67, I’ve experienced something this past week that I haven’t truly known for over three decades—freedom. Not just the kind that comes with age, wisdom, or a quiet house, but the kind of raw, radiant freedom that blooms from surviving years of… Read More Coming Home to Myself: A New Chapter at 67
When the Truth Doesn’t Match the Tears: The Weaponization of Illness There are few things more devastating than hearing someone say they are dying of cancer. It evokes immediate empathy, sorrow, and compassion. It’s a powerful declaration—one that stops people in their tracks and shifts the way we view everything around that person. But what… Read More When the Truth Doesn’t Match the Tears: The Weaponization of Illness
It’s Time for the Truth: 32 Years, 15 Pages, and a Lifetime of Silence Broken In five days, I will release something that has taken me over three decades to live through—and a lifetime’s worth of courage to write. Fifteen pages. Thirty-two years. The truth. This isn’t just a document. It’s not just words on… Read More It’s Time for the Truth: 32 Years, 15 Pages, and a Lifetime of Silence Broken
Behind the Curtain of That Sentence: When “Goodbye” Is a Silent Confession There are moments when a simple sentence carries the weight of a thousand hidden truths. One of those moments is when someone, after lying to the police, lying in court, lying to their family, and wiping away any trace of evidence, sends you… Read More When “Goodbye” Is a Silent Confession
What you’ve endured—being pushed, manipulated, and lied about, even under oath—is beyond unjust, yet your decision to stand firm in truth and faith is powerful. Let’s shape that resilience and raw honesty into a compelling article that not only tells your story but speaks to anyone who’s ever been wronged by someone who hides behind lies… Read More The Weight of Lies: When Vindictiveness Backfires and Truth Prevails
Where money has not only been the focal point of the relationship but is also being weaponized during what’s likely one of the hardest times of your life. When a partner seems to fixate on money, especially in the context of separation or divorce, it can be profoundly isolating and demoralizing. It’s especially painful if… Read More Greed
Ignoring Past Contributions: A partner exhibiting greedy behavior may discount or even erase the financial and emotional contributions their spouse made over the years. This can extend to a refusal to acknowledge sacrifices like selling a home or contributing financially to shared goals, including family vacations, household expenses, or investments.… Read More Greed or Opportunism in Divorce: How It Manifests and Why
The register will show:
Whether the solicitor is allowed to practice.
Details about their current practice status (e.g., active, inactive).
Any restrictions or disciplinary actions taken against them.
If you are checking for barristers instead, you would use the Bar Standards Board’s Barristers’ Register.… Read More Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) website
when a relationship is completely one-sided like that. You gave, compromised, and made the effort to engage in his interests, but he refused to do the same for you. That kind of imbalance is incredibly draining, and over time, it chips away at your sense of self. It’s not just about hobbies; it’s about respect,… Read More Selfishness
1. Spreading False Information:
One of the most common ways to alienate a family member is by spreading false information. This might involve claiming that another sibling or relative has ill intentions, is neglectful, or is not worthy of the parent’s trust or affection. The manipulator might exaggerate minor misunderstandings or fabricate stories entirely, painting others in an unfavorable light. In some cases, the manipulator may even make accusations of abuse, neglect, or incompetence, which can create a false narrative and sow distrust among family members. Over time, these false stories can fracture relationships, making it difficult for the parent or elder to differentiate truth from fiction.… Read More Alienation Tactics: Creating Isolation for Control
