I love this photo! Not because I promote militant feminism, but because in my counsel to women, and men, that are survivors of domestic violence, many find themselves trapped because they weren't raised to be independent and self-sufficient. 

No one should be caught in circumstances that are abusive with no resources, faith or inner belief that they can change it. 

Good parenting demands we rear our children in an environment where they are cherished, respected, and equipped to face life's strongest gales. 

Strengthening the child inwardly, as well as outwardly, is the utmost of importance. 

Far easier to teach them to do a mechanical task than to teach them to believe they deserve to be appreciated, honored, loved and valued. 

Prevention, of course, is of prime importance, carefully evaluating anyone they have a romantic interest in. But even the "best laid plans of mice and men" can fail, and if they do, they must believe they can and will find solutions.