Managing separation from an abusive person

In recent courses we have had 1 in 4 people experience some form of abusive relationship. We are therefore very excited to welcome Esther Sweetman and Bekah Legg from the charity "Restored" to host an optional session on Thursday 4 November at 7.30pm - 9.30pm to guide people through the important issues around separation and abusive relationships.

Topics covered include:

• What is abuse? Emotional issues. Who else can help you?

• Revisiting themes covered on the RL course and considering how some of these may need to be adapted to an abusive situation. For example boundaries, different ways of communicating and the concept of parallel parenting.

• Ideas for how to move on and let go.

This will follow the format of a normal online Restored Lives evening with a series of talks delivered by Esther and Bekah together with an opportunity for break out room discussion. You will be able to submit written questions for a Q&A session at the end of the evening. As with many of the issues that Restored Lives deals with, this may be a delicate topic for you. Although some people find it helpful to share their story, you do not have to and you are very welcome to join us and simply listen if that is better for you.

To find out more about Restored Lives visit www.restoredlives.org

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