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12 Steps to Protect Your Finances When Leaving an Abusive Relationship

12 Steps to Protect Your Finances When Leaving an Abusive Relationship

DonnaBarnes October 10, 2017 Fix Our Issues, For Women Leave a Comment

Lisa Orban was married to her abuser for three years. In 1990, she left after he threatened to kill her and their two young children. She was 20 years old. Her financial situation in the marriage? “Bad, in a nutshell,” …

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How to Respond to “Why are you still single?”

How to Respond to “Why are you still single?”

DonnaBarnes February 23, 2017 Dating, For Women Leave a Comment

The question, “Why are you still single?” is highly inappropriate because it implies, “What’s wrong with you?” But try not to take offense to it and please don’t defend yourself. Simply respond with an empowered answer. You absolutely do not …

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Am I Obligated to Have Sex?

Am I Obligated to Have Sex?

DonnaBarnes October 3, 2016 For Women Leave a Comment

A client of mine recently asked me if she was obligated to have sex with a man who was going to take her to dinner. When I replied, “Of course not!” she seemed surprised.  She has previously had sex with him …

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Big Sisterly Advice to Teenage Girls About First Time Sex

Big Sisterly Advice to Teenage Girls About First Time Sex

DonnaBarnes September 23, 2015 For Women Leave a Comment

Should I or shouldn’t I? If you feel you don’t have anyone to talk to about wanting to have first time sex you can talk to me. I’ll help you make the right decision for you, with no judgments. Knowledge …

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Excuse Me, But –

DonnaBarnes November 13, 2014 For Women Leave a Comment

Why healthy boundaries help both in & out of relationships If you went to purchase shoes that were labeled ON SALE but the salesperson rang them up at full price, what would you do? Most fashionistas wouldn’t hesitate to speak …

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