Welcome to Silent Rights - a platform born out of the determination and resilience of Chantelle Morrison, a survivor of domestic abuse.
Silent Rights stands as a beacon of support and empowerment for women facing abuse, providing invaluable guidance and resources to navigate the challenging journey towards reclaiming one's rights and dignity.
Our mission is clear: to shed light on the shadows of abuse, to empower survivors to recognize their worth, and to provide a roadmap towards healing and rebuilding. Through our blog, we offer a comprehensive toolkit, from understanding the signs of abuse to taking concrete steps to enforce your rights.
We believe in the power of solidarity and knowledge. Together, we can break the silence, break the cycle, and build a future free from abuse. Join us as we embark on this journey of resilience, strength, and hope.
Must Reads...
Understanding Domestic Abuse
In this blog, we delve into the haunting reality of domestic abuse, a silent prison that shackles countless individuals behind closed doors. We seek to shed light on the various aspects of domestic abuse, including its definition, types, warning signs, and the profound impact it has on victims. By understanding domestic abuse better, we can begin to dismantle its insidious grip and work towards a society free from violence.
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Applying for a Protection Order
A Protection order is an order issued by a court at your request, ordering a person with whom you have or had a domestic relationship, to stop the abuse. It may also prevent the person from getting help from any other person to commit such acts. An interim protection order can also be issued at any time of the day or night for your protection.
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Holding Your Abuser Accountable
In a world where personal safety and wellbeing are paramount, it is crucial to address and confront abuse in all its forms. Far too often, victims of abuse hesitate to take legal action against their abusers due to fear, shame, or a lack of awareness of their rights. However, it is essential to understand that holding your abuser accountable by opening a case and applying for a protection order can provide you with the legal protection, support, and empowerment you need to reclaim your life.
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Nurturing Emotional Intelligence: Managing Aggression in Children
Childhood aggression can be a challenging issue for parents to address. Aggressive behavior in children can range from hitting, biting, and tantrums to verbal aggression and bullying. The good news is that with patience, understanding, and the right strategies, parents can help their child manage and redirect their aggression, reducing the risk of them growing up to be aggressors or abusers.
The Myth of the Overworked Narcissist
If you’ve ever had a close relationship with a narcissist, you may be all too familiar with the phrase, “I’m sooo busy.” Whether it’s “Let me see if I can fit you into my busy schedule” or “I’m so tired, I work and work,” their constant complaints about how exhausted they are can be draining—especially when you know how little they actually do.
Different types of Narcissists
While a person can be diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), there is no clinical diagnosis for any subtypes of narcissism. Some types of narcissism have been identified and validated by peer-reviewed research, whereas other types have been informally named and popularized by various mental health professionals. Thus, there is no concrete number of narcissistic subtypes.
Navigating Coparenting with an Abuser
In this blog post, we will explore strategies that can help you navigate the difficult terrain of coparenting with an abuser, promoting a healthier environment for both you and your child.
Escaping the Darkness: Planning Your Exit Strategy in an Abusive Relationship
Leaving an abusive relationship is a courageous and life-changing decision. As you embark on your journey toward freedom and healing, it is essential to develop a well-thought-out exit strategy. Planning your escape carefully can help ensure your safety and provide you with the best possible chance of a successful transition.
Signs of narcissistic behavior
Narcissism is extreme self-involvement to the degree that it makes a person ignore the needs of those around them. While everyone may show occasional narcissistic behavior, true narcissists frequently disregard others or their feelings. They also do not understand the effect that their behavior has on other people.
The Importance of Planning for Your Future After Abuse
Recovering from the trauma of abuse is a journey that requires immense strength and resilience. One crucial aspect of this journey is planning for your future. While it may seem daunting, setting goals and creating a roadmap for your life after abuse can be an empowering and transformative experience.
The Manipulative Web of Abusers: How They Use Everything and Everyone to Break You Down
Abuse is a harrowing experience that affects countless individuals worldwide. It takes many forms, from physical and emotional to psychological and financial. One common trait among abusers is their willingness to use anything and anyone to further their agenda, including your own children, family, and friends.
Rape culture
Rape culture is the social environment that allows sexual violence to be normalized and justified, fuelled by the persistent gender inequalities and attitudes about gender and sexuality. Naming it is the first step to dismantling rape culture.
Common causes of domestic violence in relationship
Anyone who has seen a family destroyed by domestic violence can wonder what would make a person act that way. Many perpetrators of domestic violence strike out without warning. This type of unexpected behavior is relatively common.
Harnessing the Healing Power of Affirmations with Action After Abuse
Healing from the trauma of abuse is a journey that demands strength, patience, and the right tools. One such tool that has gained prominence in recent years is the practice of combining affirmations with actionable steps. This dynamic approach empowers survivors to not only reshape their mindset but also take tangible strides towards recovery and self-empowerment.
Regain Your Self-Respect
Respecting yourself is the first step toward understanding you deserve love, consideration, and opportunities like everyone else. Self-respect is loving yourself and treating yourself with care. It’s the result of staying true to your values and not being willing to compromise.
Protection Orders
A Protection order is an order issued by a court at your request, ordering a person with whom you have or had a domestic relationship, to stop the abuse. It may also prevent the person from getting help from any other person to commit such acts. An interim protection order can also be issued at any time of the day or night for your protection.
From Victim to Survivor: Embracing a New Identity
This post explores the various elements involved in this profound shift and the strategies that can help us cultivate a survivor mentality.
The Healing Power of Journaling: Transforming Pain into Empowerment
Among the myriad of therapeutic tools available, one that has proven to be particularly impactful is journaling.
Why Do People Abuse?
Domestic violence and abuse stem from a desire to gain and maintain power and control over an intimate partner. Abusive people believe they have the right to control and restrict their partners, and they may enjoy the feeling that exerting power gives them. They often believe that their own feelings and needs should be the priority in their relationships, so they use abusive tactics to dismantle equality and make their partners feel less valuable and deserving of respect in the relationship.
Breaking the Silence: Confronting Gender-Based Violence Head-On
Gender-based violence is a grave global issue that affects millions of individuals regardless of their age, ethnicity, or social status. It is a pervasive problem that thrives in silence, perpetuating cycles of abuse and inequality. However, there is hope. By breaking the silence and confronting gender-based violence head-on, we can create a world where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered.
Processing Anger After Experiencing an Abusive Relationship
Effective strategies to help you navigate and process anger after experiencing an abusive relationship. Remember, healing takes time, and it's crucial to be patient and gentle with yourself throughout this journey.
The Road to Healing: Processing Trauma and Building Resilience after Abuse
In the aftermath of abuse, the journey to healing can feel overwhelming and uncertain. The road to recovery requires courage, patience, and a commitment to self-care.
What Victims of Narcissistic Abuse Need to Know
It’s critical to understand that narcissistic abuse is not your fault, and you don’t deserve the pain or confusion that comes with it. If you are a victim of narcissistic abuse, here are some essential things you should know:
Protecting Against Digital Abuse
In today's digital age, the internet has become an integral part of our lives. It's a place where we connect, learn, and share, but it's also a platform where online safety can be compromised. One of the most concerning threats in this digital landscape is cyberbullying.
Stalking!
Stalking generally refers to harassing or threatening behavior that an individual engages in repeatedly, such as following a person (either in person or online), appearing at a person’s home or place of business, making harassing phone calls, leaving written messages or objects, using a third party to get insight or information on a person.
Rape culture
Rape culture is the social environment that allows sexual violence to be normalized and justified, fuelled by the persistent gender inequalities and attitudes about gender and sexuality. Naming it is the first step to dismantling rape culture.
The Manipulative Web of Abusers: How They Use Everything and Everyone to Break You Down
Abuse is a harrowing experience that affects countless individuals worldwide. It takes many forms, from physical and emotional to psychological and financial. One common trait among abusers is their willingness to use anything and anyone to further their agenda, including your own children, family, and friends.
Celebrating Women’s Day in South Africa: A Tribute to Resilience and Progress
Every year on August 9th, South Africa comes alive with vibrant celebrations, inspiring events, and a renewed sense of unity as the nation commemorates Women's Day.
Stalking!
Stalking generally refers to harassing or threatening behavior that an individual engages in repeatedly, such as following a person (either in person or online), appearing at a person’s home or place of business, making harassing phone calls, leaving written messages or objects, using a third party to get insight or information on a person.
Be careful what you post on social media
Freedom of expression. Be careful what you post on social media...
We live in a digital world with the ability to reach thousands to millions of people with the press of a button. It is easy to express your views on social media platforms and not always think of the consequences.
Social Media Safety – Common Social Media Scams
Brace yourselves for a journey into the fascinating world of trickery and deception! Today,
we're diving headfirst into the realm of scams – those cunning cons and clever schemes that
have been tantalizing both our wallets and our imaginations for ages.
Harassment Order
If you’re a victim of abusive or threatening behaviour by someone other than a person that’s living with you, or with whom you have a domestic relationship, you can apply for a Harassment Order.
How Talking About Your Abuse Can Help You Heal
Healing from trauma and abuse is a journey that requires immense courage, resilience, and support. One powerful tool in this journey is the act of sharing your experiences with others. While it might seem daunting, opening up about your abuse can bring forth profound healing and growth.
Know your Human Rights
The concept of human rights allows people to speak up when they experience abuse and corruption. The concept of human rights empowers people and tells them that they deserve dignity from society. For more information visit the South African Human Rights Commission
The Importance of Planning for Your Future After Abuse
Recovering from the trauma of abuse is a journey that requires immense strength and resilience. One crucial aspect of this journey is planning for your future. While it may seem daunting, setting goals and creating a roadmap for your life after abuse can be an empowering and transformative experience.
When a victim shares trauma
When people share their experiences and feelings with someone they trust – or disclose their trauma – it can be an important part of the healing process. Your loved one may not share everything at once, so your response can help lead to future conversations and support them getting treatment.