Domestic Violence Survivor Tips and Resources: How to Heal, Reclaim Your Power & Move Forward

Every survivor has a story—one of courage, pain, and ultimately, resilience. Whether you’re newly out of an abusive situation or years into your healing, know this: you are powerful, you are not alone, and you deserve peace, safety, and freedom. This post offers practical tips and trusted resources for domestic violence survivors who are ready to heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.

💜 1. Acknowledge Your Strength

Healing from abuse often involves relearning how to feel safe, love yourself, and trust others. Here are some ways to begin:

• Find a trauma-informed therapist who specializes in domestic violence or PTSD.

• Journal your emotions to release suppressed thoughts.

• Practice positive self-talk and affirmations: "I am safe. I am strong. I am healing."

🧠 2. Prioritize Your Mental and Emotional Health

Surviving domestic abuse takes incredible strength. Many survivors minimize what they’ve endured, but your survival is a powerful act of courage. The first step to healing is recognizing that what happened was not your fault—and that you are worthy of love, safety, and healing.

🛠️ 3. Build a Safety Plan (If You’re Still in Danger)

If you are in an unsafe situation, creating a personal safety plan can help you leave more safely. Some steps include:

• Packing an emergency bag with documents, keys, and money.

• Choosing a safe word to alert trusted people.

• Contacting a local domestic violence shelter.

24/7 National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
📱 Or Text “START” to 88788
🌐 www.thehotline.org

🧰 4. Use Supportive Resources

There are many organizations that provide emotional, financial, and legal support to survivors.

Helpful Resources:

• WomensLaw.org – Legal info and protection orders

• RAINN.org – Help for sexual violence survivors

• Safe Horizon – Crisis shelters and counseling

• nomoredirectory.org - Global Directory of Organizations

• TherapyForBlackGirls.com – Therapy for women of color

• StrongHearts Native Helpline – Culturally appropriate help for Native communities

🤝 5. Find Your Support Tribe

Healing is easier when you’re surrounded by people who believe in you. Seek out:

• Survivor support groups (online or in person)

• Faith-based counseling or prayer circles (if aligned with your beliefs)

• Empowerment mentors who’ve walked the same road (like Davida Roze)

You don’t have to do this alone.

✨ 6. Embrace Empowerment and Purpose

Healing opens the door to rediscovering your purpose. You may be surprised at the strength, talents, and voice you gain through this process. Use your story to uplift others—whether that’s through writing, mentoring, public speaking, or simply showing up for someone else.

As Davida Roze says:
"Your pain is part of your power, and your story can help heal the world."

💡 You Are Not Broken. You Are Becoming.

Domestic violence does not define who you are—it’s something you’ve been through, not who you are becoming. With support, healing, and time, you can rebuild a life full of love, safety, purpose, and empowerment.

🔘 Need Help or Ready to Start Your Empowerment Journey?

🟣 Contact Davida Roze
💜 Download Develop a Safety Plan
🎥 Watch Davida’s Story on YouTube @LoveLight_Life