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Mental Abuse is the Silent Destructor
Your mind is a powerful thing or so we are told. It has the ability to protect you and give you only what you can handle. I am not sure...
A Survivor
May 21, 20242 min read


What They Stole
They say that the body regenerates new cells every 7 years. If this is true it is the little bit of hope you hold onto that one day your...
A Survivor
Apr 22, 20243 min read


Sexual Assault Destroys the Heartbeat of Community
Often what we do not fully understand – we judge. April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Rape Abuse and Incest National Network...
Brenda Sandquist
Apr 22, 20244 min read


Compassion and Acceptance Inspires Hope
Some might find it easy to answer the question who inspires you, but when I was asked this question, I totally froze and sat there...
A Survivor
Mar 26, 20243 min read


You Have To Leave The Ashes First
There is a verse in Isaiah 61:3, that says “He will give them a crown of beauty instead of ashes.” We all love the symbolism of receiving...
Brenda Sandquist
Mar 26, 20243 min read


Their Body Shouldn’t Be Currency
As a survivor who has seen and experienced violence since the age of three, I fully understand the fear and shame that most of the...
A Survivor
Feb 23, 20242 min read


Diamonds in the Rough
When diamonds live in the rough, justice often looks messy, and freedom seems unattainable. The process of helping a diamond move from a...
Brenda Sandquist
Feb 23, 20243 min read


Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Dating violence may be more common than you think, especially among teens and young adults. One in three U. S. teens will experience...
brenda7699
Feb 20, 20242 min read


National Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention month and Xquisite had the honor of joining together with influential leaders and allies...
brenda7699
Jan 31, 20242 min read


It Just Takes One
Some say it takes a village to survive and thrive. But for someone trying to leave a horrible situation it just takes one at first. One...
A Survivor
Dec 18, 20232 min read
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