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Free Safety Guide for Escaping Domestic Abuse Available

ByMikeM Reading Time: 1 minute

I saw this and wanted to share it because the challenge of safely escaping domestic violence is immense. So many have been unable to remove themselves from dangerous situations safely, and we don’t make it easy for victims.

Chrissy Hoff is offering a free guide that might make a difference to you or someone you care about. As she says:

Leaving an abusive relationship – or even just thinking about leaving – is one of the most terrifying and disorienting things a person can do. There are so many questions, logistics, and emotions tangled together that it can feel impossible to know where to begin. I’ve been there. Twice.

That’s why I created The Irreverent Healing Safety Planning Guide, a completely free resource designed to help those still in unsafe relationships begin mapping a plan for safety and stability through escape.

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