Intimate partner violence (IPV) affects millions but often goes unrecognized. This post explains what IPV is, shares real-life examples to help identify abuse, and provides trusted resources for support. Learn the warning signs, reflect on your own experiences, and discover where to turn for help, safety, and healing—for yourself or someone you care about.

No one is ever owed sex in a relationship. Consent must be freely given each time, without guilt, pressure, or coercion. Coercive control—whether through whining, guilting, or religious justification—is a form of abuse, even in long-term or marital relationships. This post explores how silence around sex enables abuse and why we must hold firm boundaries to protect victims and demand accountability.