CADA Matters

The need to look good is something we all share.Sometimes this need can be used by abusers and body shaming is another tactic that can dage our self worth .

Gracilis is joined by Margaret Ayeni who is a specialist Public health nurse practitioner and has a passion for healthy living.She also works in the Juice Plus company helping to promote organic health supplements through inspiring healthy living. 

Margaret in this episode discusses what it is to have a good body image and consequences of having a wrong  body image as well as being in a balance with lots more.

Gracilis answers s, ome pratical questions on Male  victims of domestic abuse, Medical Gaslighting, Emotional Safety Planning  and Spiritual abuse .

Gracilis discusses Child Sexual Abuse  with Lucian Osauwagboe,looking at the risk factors,prevention, what to do with a disclosure as well as the issue of forgiveness when it comes to Child Sexual Abuse. 

Female Genital Mutilation is another form of abuse that is culturally encouraged .Our guest discusses  the practice and the evils associated with it .

Most times people remain in abusive relationships as they have developed an attachment with the perpetrarors of abuse . Understanding this phenomenon of Trauma Bonding can help us respond correctly.

Gracilis continues to teach on Gaslighting , another tactic abusers employ. Gaslighting can occur in other relationships, our work places or even in the hospitals /healthcare facilities.This episode discusses another form of Gasligting that also occurs.-Medical Gaslighting- the kind of Gaslighting that occurs with a doctor or healthcare practitioner. .Don;t forget to leave your comments below 

When it comes to Domestic abuse, there is a lot that the Police can do . You can even contact the Police discreetly when in a dangerous situation . Do you know you can aslso check a potential partner to see if they have a record of abuse?Join Gracilis &Sergeant Michelle Enu- Ugwueze from Birmingham discuss this important topic 

It is dangerous to underestimate the enemy &sometimes domestic abuse thrives because of misconceptions .Gracilis joins Sandy from CAHN ,Manchester to discuss some of the common myths held about Domestic abuse 

The holiday season is sadly another time a lot of abusers use to exert power and control and make their victims feel bad/left out. From not adhering to the arranged holiday arrangement to not returning the children after a pick-up, the season could become very stressful. In this episode, we discuss how best to navigate the waters without allowing anyone steal our joy and peace 

Gratitude is a command .It is not if we feel like or when it is convenient .It can be learnt and it goes a long way .This episode with Remi  Obasohan is sure to set you on the path of gratitude.