Introduction: Coming from a very dysfunctional family, I did not have the stable foundation that would have enabled me to make the right life choices. My journey is one I would not wish on my worst enemy, but in the process I have learnt so much, and have acquired experiences that I am now ableContinue reading “My Journey”
Author Archives: Gee Abiah Patchett
Kingdom Movement
Introduction: I believe our actions are more important than our words. We have a responsibility to demonstrate love and compassion to others, beyond our family and social networks. “You shall love your neighbour as yourself” Matthew 22:37-39 “Who is my neighbour” Luke 10, 29-37 “For every tree is known by its own fruit” Luke 6,Continue reading “Kingdom Movement”
Sexual Abuse
Introduction: 1 in 4 children are sexually abused before they reach the age of 16. Some in the home, some are groomed and exploited, some trafficked and put into prostitution. Sexual abuse too often destroys the lives of its victims. Some people know this, but it is too painful an issue for them to dealContinue reading “Sexual Abuse”
Words of Encouragement
Introduction: Life is full of ups and downs, but for many of us, life is filled with more of the downs. At these times it can often seem impossible to see the brighter side of our situation. Just as different seasons of the year brings their own joys or sadness, we also go through differentContinue reading “Words of Encouragement”
Lets talk about it
Welcome to my new Blog. I wish to write from my personal experience to encourage others. I came from a dysfunctional family, married a week after my 16th birthday, and by 18, I had two children, and found myself in two abusive marriages. I qualified as a person centred counsellor in 1996 and then inContinue reading “Lets talk about it”