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Domestic Violence Thoughts

robalman by robalman Talking(October 2008) (rank 125th)

Below is what started on a blog and as I continued to answer I thought, this should be advice to others not tucked away in a blog!!!

The Question was asked, “If you could invent one thing?”

For me it would have to be a device that

would eliminate domestic violence...

Maybe it could be placed around the scrotum at birth and triggered when aggressive.

Not really a household thing or anything that would aide me directly but something that is needed to reduce much suffering.

So some would ask, “What do we do for violence towards men?” One suggested alternative was to place such a device around the throat of either.

After witnessing this sort of behaviour first hand (more mental abuse than physical) as I grew from a baby to a child, then from a child to a teenager I could handle no more and left aged 15. I still can not comprehend how or more importantly, why, someone could treat another human being so. Therefore, it is my belief that MAN should NEVER be violent towards a woman for any reason whatsoever.

In a relationship when things are not as sweet as they could/should be, it is the man that should seek alternative accommodation because it is easier for a man to "rough it" so to speak. If there are children involved the decision should be easier. The main family content should be afforded the right to remain as undisturbed as possible. The ability for a situation to scar a child’s mind indefinitely is reason enough to leave their foundation alone. The situation will already be difficult for them to understand, don’t make it harder.

So the suggestion to place the device around the throat does not do it for me as in my eyes, I would still see that as violence toward women. If he doesn't like the treatment he is getting from his spouse, let him be MAN enough to move on.

A bigger problem exists if a woman is violent to a man and we have to ask ourselves why this is so, it would be my guess that she has already been abused in some way at some time in her life and needs support, not punishment.

Many men are evil bas..tards and steps need to be taken to stop the habit of thousands of years.

I know my approach is a bit of an extremist one but a mans brain often lacks the stimulated activity necessary to develop everything else attached to it to such a level that they can be trusted with the woman and children many more of us love.

At least I am 100% sure that the contents of my scrotum would be safe.

I wonder how many could not be so sure??????????????????????????????????????????

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emmie
October 2008 | emmie
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

great article thanx 4 sharing



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

No worries Emmie, very much my pleasure.

The world CAN be a better place for us all.



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bubblie-dot
October 2008 | bubblie-dot
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thankyou for writting about something so contraversial, i grew up in an abusive home as a child/teenager and to this day have no relationship with either of my parents, i think a device like you described is an awesome idea yet somehow it doesnt seem like enough.

good writting



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

The scars of our childhood days will always be with us but we can counteract them by make more memories that are exciting enough to help.

As individuals we are subject to so many nasty things in life, so long as there are enough of us to out-weigh this future generations stand to benifit immensely.



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nell18-3
October 2008 | nell18-3
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Thanks for sharing this

I would like a device so everyone can see right through to the soul of these people so they can't convince all your friends that everything is in your mind and that they love you and would never hurt you, either physically or through the deeply scarring of emotional abuse!!!!



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
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Now that would be a tool worth investing in Nell.

All too often we come across individuals in our lives that have no soul at all....what do we do for them?



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janicepovey
October 2008 | janicepovey
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 There is too much violence in this world of our's  from both sexes but domestic violence has to be the worse.

I like your way of thinking, this is excellent advice and well written.

Thanks for sharing Robert.

Cheers Janice



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
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I think all I am trying to say here is that all too often the punishment rarely fits the crime and domestic violence is most defineatly avoidable by those that desire so.



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EmmaKay
October 2008 | EmmaKay
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It's great to hear you speaking out about this topic, but you mentioned that women who abuse have usually been abused and that's all they know.  I'm positive it's the same with men.  They were abused as children by their fathers physically, but also when they saw the only way their fathers treated their mothers was abusive, they were in turn, also abused spiritually.  I am in no way saying it's ever ok for a man to abuse a woman, physically, spiritually, mentally or verbally, but just the women you say need support not punishment, so too do the men.  This is a topic close to my heart, and I am not saying any of this from someone who has not seen a long line of abusers.  For the most part, they're good men, who just need to re-learn how to handle anger and hurt and frustration. 

But bravo to you for bringing it up and not trying to sweep this topic under the metaphorical carpet.



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
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Yes, Monkey see Monkey do is all too often a difficult patern to break but it is posible NOT to want to end up like previous generations.

Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.

We all make changes in our lives almost constantly as we learn but some changes really should be no brainers.........There is much help avalable for those that "need" it. I, however liken it to being an alcoholic or a drug addict in that you can only make the changes if YOU want to.



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           EmmaKay
October 2008 | EmmaKay
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You're spot on there!  No-one can change for you, it has to be your will and your alone. 



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Kellzacar
October 2008 | Kellzacar
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Hi Rob,

This is EXCELLENT and so very well written . . I particulary liked the way that you aprroached this sensitive subject . .  I also read this out to my husband and he agree's that he is 100% certain that his scrotum would also be fine but like you agree's that there are many that would often feel some well deserved pain in that area!

Thank you so much for writing this . .

Cheers Kellz



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
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Well deserved pain is almost an understatemnt kellz.

Great to hear you have a good one.



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lisam
October 2008 | lisam
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

Great addvice rob.......................................................................



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

Thank you, it is such a hard topic to write about.



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cazza
October 2008 | cazza
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Excellent Advice and Views.. Good to Read that some Men are against Violence..

and rofl on your last comment , so true...

xxx cazza



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      robalman
October 2008 | robalman
Re: Domestic Violence Thoughts

It is true,..........some of us guys are alright.........just



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