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Improve your emotional wellbeing – give
There are a few different ways we can ‘give’ without buying gifts or spending money. Click here to find out how to improve your wellbeing by giving to others, giving a compliment and giving yourself time…
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Toxic teen relationships – notice the warning signs
Taking notice of what’s happening around you can help you build an accurate picture of what’s going on so you can acknowledge – and act on – any unhealthy behaviours in your relationship.
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Recovering from a toxic relationship
By being active in making positive changes, you can work on developing healthy relationships with the people around you – whether you’re in a toxic relationship, planning to leave or working on your recovery…
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Toxic relationships & technology
Technology plays a part in pretty much everything we do. So it’s no surprise that technology can cause problems in toxic or unhealthy relationships. In fact, technology can actually facilitate toxic/unhealthy relationships. Read more…
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Someone called me a perpetrator
Whether you’re described as a ‘perpetrator’ or a ‘person who harms,’ the accusation is serious. But be honest. Stop for a moment, take a deep breath and ask: “Am I causing harm to my loved one?” Find out more here…
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North West Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2021
Today marks the start of North West Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2021 – where we commit to raising awareness of the sexual violence support services across the North West. Click here to find out what’s happening in Cheshire…
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Social media suspicions
We’re all encouraged to stay safe online. Some stuff is kinda obvious. But think before you share also includes posts that might sound harmless – or even helpful. Like ‘missing people’ posts. Find out more here…
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Unhealthy relationships: how to spot the warning signs
Early warning signs – often called red flags because they alert you to potentially harmful behaviour – might make you feel as though something about your relationship feels a bit off. Find out more here…
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Toxic same-sex relationships
Unhealthy and toxic behaviours can happen in any kind of relationship. If you’re concerned about your own same-sex relationship or someone else’s, get help here…
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Relationships & mental health
Relationships and mental health can both impact each other. Click here if you’re feeling fragile or finding it hard to cope after a break-up…
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How are the lads?
If you’re a young man or teenager with concerns about your relationship, then – no matter who you’re dating – this one’s for you…
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Alcohol & abuse
“It only happens when he drinks.” – We hear stuff like this all the time. Well, you know what? Alcohol doesn’t cause violence. Learn more here…
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Make a connection: real life stories
Taking time to develop our connections with other people can improve our wellbeing. And we know how important a support network can be to teens & young people affected by unhealthy or toxic relationships...
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Lucky me?!
If you’ve found yourself thinking “lucky me” when it comes to your partner, ask yourself if they feel the same. Why is that?
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Available in downloads: dark sides to dating booklet
We’ve added the My CWA dark sides to dating guide to our downloads page. Find out more here.
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Available in downloads: healthy relationships booklet
We’ve added the My CWA healthy relationships & keeping happy at home guide to our downloads page. Click here and get your copy today.
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Available in downloads: safety & me booklet
We’ve added the My CWA safety & me guide to our downloads page. Click here and start your personalised safety plan today.
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Available in downloads: looking after yourself guide
We’ve added a Looking After Yourself guide to our downloads page. Click here to save and print at your leisure.
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Available in downloads: mindful missions adult colouring
There’s now a Mindful Missions adult colouring book available to download, save and print at your leisure. Click here to get started.
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Available in downloads: SafeLives YP dash checklist (risk assessment)
There’s now a SafeLives dash checklist (risk assessment) on our downloads page. Click now to find out more.