safety

A key first step towards self-compassion is feeling safe from harm. We can achieve this by identifying what we need and believing we deserve it. No one is better suited to support ourselves than ourselves.

The gym should be a happy and safe space, not one where anyone has to worry about experiencing harassment.

In survival mode, the idea of true safety can sometimes feel unobtainable. Safety can feel like a privilege that you can’t access at all, or can only have in parts.

I just wanted to remind you that even when we share these hard times, we still show up at Scarleteen every single day with the aim of being here to help inform and support you as best we can.

If you’ve been kicked out, here are some tips to help you assess if adults you meet are trustworthy.

It’s common to feel hesitant about having sex again in the postpartum period. Let’s talk through some of the changes you can expect and what you can do if you are feeling ready to safely get your sexy back on.

Want to try and seek some closure through a discussion with an abuser or assailant? Here’s how to do it as safely as possible.

Lilly writes in to ask about any health, safety or long-term risks of using water in the shower for masturbation.

There’s a lot to unpack with sexual choking. Here’s some science, including some real dangers, and some guidance, to help anyone make informed decisions to ensure safer, healthy, consensual and mutually-enjoyable experiences.

My body language announces my distrust of people. This obviously makes it tremendously hard to start new relationships.