I Know Why She Stayed
@iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social
Three Authors, 1 Mission: Authors Against Abuse
We’re marching into 2026 with a continuing, unwavering resolve to build preventative and healing materials and resources designed to help women escape abuse and rebuild their lives. To learn how you can help, visit iknowwhyshestayed.org.
January 18, 2026 at 4:51 PM
We’re marching into 2026 with a continuing, unwavering resolve to build preventative and healing materials and resources designed to help women escape abuse and rebuild their lives. To learn how you can help, visit iknowwhyshestayed.org.
Today, Lauren is reading a story submitted to us by one of our followers, with their permission. To share your story, visit us on Reddit at r/iknowwhyshestayed, or reach out via DM on this platform.
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January 15, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Today, Lauren is reading a story submitted to us by one of our followers, with their permission. To share your story, visit us on Reddit at r/iknowwhyshestayed, or reach out via DM on this platform.
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Todays bit of Monday Mood Music…
God of War by SkyxDaddy
“Hate me
Go ahead and hate me
You think you can break me down, down to my core
Impostors, making me a monster
Time to bloody up my sword
Like the god of war
You're making me, you're making me
The god of war”
“Hate me
Go ahead and hate me
You think you can break me down, down to my core
Impostors, making me a monster
Time to bloody up my sword
Like the god of war
You're making me, you're making me
The god of war”
January 12, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Todays bit of Monday Mood Music…
God of War by SkyxDaddy
“Hate me
Go ahead and hate me
You think you can break me down, down to my core
Impostors, making me a monster
Time to bloody up my sword
Like the god of war
You're making me, you're making me
The god of war”
“Hate me
Go ahead and hate me
You think you can break me down, down to my core
Impostors, making me a monster
Time to bloody up my sword
Like the god of war
You're making me, you're making me
The god of war”
Domestic abuse does not end in the home. Abusers, especially those in positions of authority, often go out into the world and continue to exhibit these behaviors to other women. (1/2)
January 10, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Domestic abuse does not end in the home. Abusers, especially those in positions of authority, often go out into the world and continue to exhibit these behaviors to other women. (1/2)
Coercive Control s defined as a pattern of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.
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January 9, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Coercive Control s defined as a pattern of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation or other abuse that is used to harm, punish, or frighten their victim.
(1/3)
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Happy New Year! Here’s to another year of the journey. May 2026 bring healing and growth. We thank you for your endless support. We’ve got big plans to continue spreading awareness and assistance to our community!
Stay safe and remember you are a uniquely beautiful soul. See you next year!
Stay safe and remember you are a uniquely beautiful soul. See you next year!
December 31, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Happy New Year! Here’s to another year of the journey. May 2026 bring healing and growth. We thank you for your endless support. We’ve got big plans to continue spreading awareness and assistance to our community!
Stay safe and remember you are a uniquely beautiful soul. See you next year!
Stay safe and remember you are a uniquely beautiful soul. See you next year!
Boundaries are so important to set in all of your relationships to make sure they remain healthy and flourish. When boundaries are violated, this can be a very strong indicator of abusive relationship.
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#boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #boundariesmatter #iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse
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#boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #boundariesmatter #iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse
December 31, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Boundaries are so important to set in all of your relationships to make sure they remain healthy and flourish. When boundaries are violated, this can be a very strong indicator of abusive relationship.
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#boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #boundariesmatter #iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse
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#boundaries #boundariesarehealthy #boundariesmatter #iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse
We’re so proud of the work we’re doing, and we’re so grateful to get to help people like this respondent to our case study.
2026 will be a big year for us, but we need your help. We’re plugging away daily on making our program available to those who really need it.
(1/3)
2026 will be a big year for us, but we need your help. We’re plugging away daily on making our program available to those who really need it.
(1/3)
December 27, 2025 at 1:32 AM
We’re so proud of the work we’re doing, and we’re so grateful to get to help people like this respondent to our case study.
2026 will be a big year for us, but we need your help. We’re plugging away daily on making our program available to those who really need it.
(1/3)
2026 will be a big year for us, but we need your help. We’re plugging away daily on making our program available to those who really need it.
(1/3)
Sorry we haven’t posted in a while. Our team has been hard at work. Check out our computer screens! Kasey (with a surprise came from newbie author Baby Bella) has been hard at work on a Case for Support to help us bring in bigger donors who can help us with our mission. (1/3)
December 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Sorry we haven’t posted in a while. Our team has been hard at work. Check out our computer screens! Kasey (with a surprise came from newbie author Baby Bella) has been hard at work on a Case for Support to help us bring in bigger donors who can help us with our mission. (1/3)
When you’re healing from abuse, it is often necessary to break some of the patterns your abuser left you with. This writing exercise can help you to reframe these negative ideas and see the more positive truths. Give it a try. Feel free to share, if you’re comfortable.
December 5, 2025 at 5:46 PM
When you’re healing from abuse, it is often necessary to break some of the patterns your abuser left you with. This writing exercise can help you to reframe these negative ideas and see the more positive truths. Give it a try. Feel free to share, if you’re comfortable.
This #givingtuesday, please, join our campaign to launch Beyond Survival: A Four-Pillar Program to Rise & Rebuild. Our program helps victims of financial abuse heal, while guiding them through strengthening their sense of self & taking charge of a life free from financial trauma.
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Donate to Empower Survivors: Fund Beyond Survival Program, organized by Kasey Rogers
Introduction
Federal cuts to funding and new rules for obtaining grants … Kasey Rogers needs your support for Empower Survivors: Fund Beyond Survival Program
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December 2, 2025 at 2:51 PM
This #givingtuesday, please, join our campaign to launch Beyond Survival: A Four-Pillar Program to Rise & Rebuild. Our program helps victims of financial abuse heal, while guiding them through strengthening their sense of self & taking charge of a life free from financial trauma.
gofund.me/44f0cf0b1
gofund.me/44f0cf0b1
On November 25th, join I Know Why She Stayed, Authors Against Abuse, The Wilde Foundation, Sanctuary 4 Sisterhood, and She is Me Global, for the United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls as we campaign against gender-based violence.
November 25, 2025 at 1:42 AM
On November 25th, join I Know Why She Stayed, Authors Against Abuse, The Wilde Foundation, Sanctuary 4 Sisterhood, and She is Me Global, for the United Nation's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls as we campaign against gender-based violence.
Today, we stand with the women of South Africa for the G20 Shutdown as they demonstrate the economic and social impact of their absence. Gender-Based Violence and Femicide is a Global issue, and we demand it be treated seriously.
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November 21, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Today, we stand with the women of South Africa for the G20 Shutdown as they demonstrate the economic and social impact of their absence. Gender-Based Violence and Femicide is a Global issue, and we demand it be treated seriously.
womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
womenforchange.co.za/g20-women-sh...
This article sets up a great framework for protecting yourself from financial abuse.
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Financial infidelity | Communication | Fidelity Investments
Spouses should be sitting down and having a 'financial summit' to ensure they're on the same page. It's important for both spouses to be involved, in managing finances, meeting with advisors, and more...
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November 19, 2025 at 12:36 AM
This article sets up a great framework for protecting yourself from financial abuse.
www.fidelity.com/learning-cen...
www.fidelity.com/learning-cen...
We stand by survivors. We see you. We hear you. We believe you.
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#believesurvivors #sexualassault #sexualabuse #domesticabuse
#domesticviolence #childabuse #genderbasedviolence
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#believesurvivors #sexualassault #sexualabuse #domesticabuse
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#iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse #artistsagainstabuse #financialabuse
November 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
We stand by survivors. We see you. We hear you. We believe you.
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#believesurvivors #sexualassault #sexualabuse #domesticabuse
#domesticviolence #childabuse #genderbasedviolence
#iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse #artistsagainstabuse #financialabuse
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#believesurvivors #sexualassault #sexualabuse #domesticabuse
#domesticviolence #childabuse #genderbasedviolence
#iknowwhyshestayed #authorsagainstabuse #artistsagainstabuse #financialabuse
Last weekend was our Music & Messages Event. Thank you to all those who joined us and shared their stories and congratulations to Mariah and her basket giveaway win. (1/2)
November 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Last weekend was our Music & Messages Event. Thank you to all those who joined us and shared their stories and congratulations to Mariah and her basket giveaway win. (1/2)
In this moving episode of Alexa Haddock’s Publishing Chat, Alexa speaks with our very own Kasey Rogers, K. J. “Kat” Harrowick, and Justine Manzano about using storytelling and authorship to change how the world understands domestic and financial abuse.
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Authors Against Abuse: How Writers Are Using Storytelling to Shatter Silence and Support Survivors {ep. 186}
Podcast Episode · Alexa's Publishing Chat · 10/22/2025 · 39m
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November 2, 2025 at 11:36 PM
In this moving episode of Alexa Haddock’s Publishing Chat, Alexa speaks with our very own Kasey Rogers, K. J. “Kat” Harrowick, and Justine Manzano about using storytelling and authorship to change how the world understands domestic and financial abuse.
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...
Tomorrow, November 2, 2025 at 1pm, we’ll be at “Music and Messages,” an exciting event featuring readings by Pam Ellis, The Berkshire Medium, and music by musician Lita Williams. Expect insightful messages, rocking good music, and door prizes galore!
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iknowwhyshestayed.org/events/music...
November 1, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Tomorrow, November 2, 2025 at 1pm, we’ll be at “Music and Messages,” an exciting event featuring readings by Pam Ellis, The Berkshire Medium, and music by musician Lita Williams. Expect insightful messages, rocking good music, and door prizes galore!
iknowwhyshestayed.org/events/music...
iknowwhyshestayed.org/events/music...
Who is the man behind the mask? You may never know.
This Halloween, we want to remind you that abusers often wear masks. At first, they seem charismatic and kind. To others, they may seem like pillars of the community.
But masks come off. Believe survivors.
This Halloween, we want to remind you that abusers often wear masks. At first, they seem charismatic and kind. To others, they may seem like pillars of the community.
But masks come off. Believe survivors.
October 31, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Who is the man behind the mask? You may never know.
This Halloween, we want to remind you that abusers often wear masks. At first, they seem charismatic and kind. To others, they may seem like pillars of the community.
But masks come off. Believe survivors.
This Halloween, we want to remind you that abusers often wear masks. At first, they seem charismatic and kind. To others, they may seem like pillars of the community.
But masks come off. Believe survivors.
Every month, we send out an informative and helpful newsletter, with facts and activities to help you to process and move forward from your abuse, and ways you can help yourself and others who have struggled and are struggling. Sign up here:
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
October 22, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Every month, we send out an informative and helpful newsletter, with facts and activities to help you to process and move forward from your abuse, and ways you can help yourself and others who have struggled and are struggling. Sign up here:
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
We’re teaming up with Karma Klub, a Las Vegas–based nonprofit focused on preventing domestic violence. They are currently running a short survey to collect data that will help identify red flags earlier.
Survey link:
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Survey link:
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October 19, 2025 at 5:47 PM
We’re teaming up with Karma Klub, a Las Vegas–based nonprofit focused on preventing domestic violence. They are currently running a short survey to collect data that will help identify red flags earlier.
Survey link:
csunsbs.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4VplneYmCYW8dN4
Survey link:
csunsbs.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4VplneYmCYW8dN4
Do you have a story you need to share? Do you want to hear from others who are struggling through a similar situation? Listen to our newest team member, Lauren Clover talk about our newest venture — r/iknowwhyshestayed on Reddit. Join our community there!
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October 18, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Do you have a story you need to share? Do you want to hear from others who are struggling through a similar situation? Listen to our newest team member, Lauren Clover talk about our newest venture — r/iknowwhyshestayed on Reddit. Join our community there!
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And of course, if you just want to learn about #authorsagainstabuse and @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - you can always visit the website or subscribe to our newsletters:
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October 14, 2025 at 3:15 PM
And of course, if you just want to learn about #authorsagainstabuse and @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - you can always visit the website or subscribe to our newsletters:
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
iknowwhyshestayed.org/get-started/
Available now, you can purchase one (or both!) of the prize calendars for our Authors Against Abuse fundraiser. Calendars are $10 each for November or December. Or you can purchase both for $20! (1/2)
Prize Calendar – Fall 2025 – I Know Why She Stayed Initiative
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October 12, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Available now, you can purchase one (or both!) of the prize calendars for our Authors Against Abuse fundraiser. Calendars are $10 each for November or December. Or you can purchase both for $20! (1/2)
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I've been a bit silent on socials lately so it's time to introduce myself again for all my new followers. ❤️
I'm K. J. Harrowick (Kat), a SFF author who also lingers in nonfiction. By day I'm the co-founder and CTO of @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - at night I roam the dark halls of strange worlds.
I'm K. J. Harrowick (Kat), a SFF author who also lingers in nonfiction. By day I'm the co-founder and CTO of @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - at night I roam the dark halls of strange worlds.
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October 8, 2025 at 5:01 PM
I've been a bit silent on socials lately so it's time to introduce myself again for all my new followers. ❤️
I'm K. J. Harrowick (Kat), a SFF author who also lingers in nonfiction. By day I'm the co-founder and CTO of @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - at night I roam the dark halls of strange worlds.
I'm K. J. Harrowick (Kat), a SFF author who also lingers in nonfiction. By day I'm the co-founder and CTO of @iknowwhyshestayed.bsky.social - at night I roam the dark halls of strange worlds.