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✨ The people living with domestic abuse often look a lot like the people who aren’t. They smile at school drop-off. They lead meetings. They host book club. They keep it all together—on the outside. But inside, they may feel unsafe. Tra
✨ The people living with domestic abuse often look a lot like the people who aren’t. They smile at school drop-off. They lead meetings. They host book club. They keep it all together—on the outside. But inside, they may feel unsafe. Trapped. Alone. Domestic abuse isn’t always visible. It hides behind closed doors, quiet voices, and forced smiles. That’s why we must talk about it—openly and often. In our schools. In our businesses. In our homes. In our communities. Because when we speak up, we create space for others to step forward. 💬 You never know who needs to hear: “You are not alone. Help exists. Safety is possible.”
You’re allowed to have boundaries online. That includes: • choosing privacy on your phone • deciding if and when you share your location • taking time before responding • saying no without needing to explain Control often
You’re allowed to have boundaries online. That includes: • choosing privacy on your phone • deciding if and when you share your location • taking time before responding • saying no without needing to explain Control often shows up in small ways. Pressure to respond immediately. Expectations to share access. Questions that don’t feel like questions. The Power & Control Wheel reminds us that these patterns are not about care, they are about control. Have you ever felt pressure around any of these? Healthy relationships respect your autonomy, online and offline. Save this as a reminder. Send it to someone who needs to hear this. #KnowTheSigns #HealthyRelationships #BoundariesMatter #TechnologyAbuse #RelationshipAwareness #LoveShouldntHurt #MariasVoice
Send this to someone who… • trusts you without needing proof • respects your space and your privacy • supports your friendships, not isolates you from them • listens when you say no • doesn’t pressure you to share passwords or access • makes you feel safe, not monitored These are green flags. Healthy relationships are built on trust, respect, and independence, both offline and online. Who came to mind while watching this? Send it to them. #HealthyRelationships #GreenFlags #KnowTheSigns #TechnologyAbuse #StalkingAwareness #RespectBoundaries #LoveShouldntHurt #MariasVoice
Healthy relationships don’t require pressure. Respecting boundaries is not optional, it’s foundational. When someone says no, hesitates, or pulls back, that matters. Prevention means normalizing: • respect over control • list
Healthy relationships don’t require pressure. Respecting boundaries is not optional, it’s foundational. When someone says no, hesitates, or pulls back, that matters. Prevention means normalizing: • respect over control • listening over pushing • consent over assumption Share this to reinforce what healthy actually looks like. Learn more about building healthy relationships: https://www.nsvrc.org/
Boundaries are not barriers. They are part of healthy relationships. This looks like: • No pressure to share passwords or private messages • Respecting time alone or time with others • Asking, not assuming, when it comes to personal i
Boundaries are not barriers. They are part of healthy relationships. This looks like: • No pressure to share passwords or private messages • Respecting time alone or time with others • Asking, not assuming, when it comes to personal information In a safe relationship, you can say no without fear of consequences. Do you feel respected when you set boundaries? Prevention starts with understanding what healthy behavior looks like.
Let’s Normalize the Conversation 💬 Talking about domestic abuse shouldn’t feel taboo. We talk about mental health. We talk about physical health. Now it’s time to talk about relationship safety. At Maria’s Voice, we believ
Let’s Normalize the Conversation 💬 Talking about domestic abuse shouldn’t feel taboo. We talk about mental health. We talk about physical health. Now it’s time to talk about relationship safety. At Maria’s Voice, we believe change begins with conversation. Because when we talk, we learn. When we learn, we act. And when we act, we save lives. 🎓 In schools. 🏢 In businesses. 🏠 At home. 🤝 In every community. This is our mission. This is our voice. Let’s speak up—together.
Privacy is not secrecy. Privacy looks like: • having personal space • not sharing passwords • choosing what you share and when Secrecy is about hiding harmful behavior. Privacy is about autonomy and respect. When privacy is question
Privacy is not secrecy. Privacy looks like: • having personal space • not sharing passwords • choosing what you share and when Secrecy is about hiding harmful behavior. Privacy is about autonomy and respect. When privacy is questioned or treated like something suspicious, it can shift into control. Have you ever seen privacy mistaken for a lack of trust? Healthy relationships don’t require full access to feel secure. If this helped you put words to something, save it. If someone came to mind, send it to them. #HealthyRelationships #KnowTheSigns #RelationshipAwareness #TechnologyAbuse #RespectBoundaries #LoveShouldntHurt #MariasVoice
The difference isn’t always obvious. Healthy communication sounds like trust, patience, and respect. Controlling behavior often sounds like pressure, urgency, and proof. • “I trust you” vs “Send me proof” • “Take your time” vs “I need a response now” • “Can I call you later?” vs “Why aren’t you answering me?” These moments may seem small, but over time they shape how safe someone feels in a relationship. Do you feel trusted, or do you feel pressured? If this helped you put words to something, save it. If someone came to mind while watching, send it to them. Healthy relationships don’t require control. #HealthyRelationships #RelationshipAwareness #KnowTheSigns #DomesticViolencePrevention #EmotionalAbuseAwareness #TechnologyAbuse #LoveShouldntHurt #RespectInRelationships #SetBoundaries #MariasVoice
Prevention is not just reacting after harm happens. It’s what we choose to allow, ignore, challenge, and model every day. Creating safer environments means: • speaking up when something feels off • respecting boundaries • promo
Prevention is not just reacting after harm happens. It’s what we choose to allow, ignore, challenge, and model every day. Creating safer environments means: • speaking up when something feels off • respecting boundaries • promoting clear, enthusiastic consent Prevention is a shared responsibility. Comment one thing you think helps create safer spaces. Explore prevention resources: https://www.nsvrc.org/
Stalking doesn’t always look like someone following you. It can include: • Repeated unwanted messages or calls • Showing up unexpectedly or tracking your location • Knowing details about your life you didn’t share These b
Stalking doesn’t always look like someone following you. It can include: • Repeated unwanted messages or calls • Showing up unexpectedly or tracking your location • Knowing details about your life you didn’t share These behaviors can feel confusing at first, especially when they’re dismissed as “coincidence” or “just caring.” Do you feel safe and in control of your own space? Everyone deserves privacy, safety, and the ability to set boundaries without fear.
✨ The people living with domestic abuse often look a lot like the people who aren’t. They smile at school drop-off. They lead meetings. They host book club. They keep it all together—on the outside. But inside, they may feel unsafe. Tra You’re allowed to have boundaries online. That includes: • choosing privacy on your phone • deciding if and when you share your location • taking time before responding • saying no without needing to explain Control often
Send this to someone who… • trusts you without needing proof • respects your space and your privacy • supports your friendships, not isolates you from them • listens when you say no • doesn’t pressure you to sha
Healthy relationships don’t require pressure. Respecting boundaries is not optional, it’s foundational. When someone says no, hesitates, or pulls back, that matters. Prevention means normalizing: • respect over control • list Boundaries are not barriers. They are part of healthy relationships. This looks like: • No pressure to share passwords or private messages • Respecting time alone or time with others • Asking, not assuming, when it comes to personal i Let’s Normalize the Conversation 💬 Talking about domestic abuse shouldn’t feel taboo. We talk about mental health. We talk about physical health. Now it’s time to talk about relationship safety. At Maria’s Voice, we believ Privacy is not secrecy. Privacy looks like: • having personal space • not sharing passwords • choosing what you share and when Secrecy is about hiding harmful behavior. Privacy is about autonomy and respect. When privacy is question
The difference isn’t always obvious. Healthy communication sounds like trust, patience, and respect. Controlling behavior often sounds like pressure, urgency, and proof. • “I trust you” vs “Send me proof” • &
Prevention is not just reacting after harm happens. It’s what we choose to allow, ignore, challenge, and model every day. Creating safer environments means: • speaking up when something feels off • respecting boundaries • promo Stalking doesn’t always look like someone following you. It can include: • Repeated unwanted messages or calls • Showing up unexpectedly or tracking your location • Knowing details about your life you didn’t share These b

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