2 spell questions

[EnglishRose]

Hey everyone,
I have 2 questions, they both might seem pretty stupid...but here goes....
I've tried quite a few spells with pretty good success for various things but I was wondering if anyone knew of some sort of protection spell? I'm 21 and In college right now and I'm home for the holidays with my parents. My dad has always been abusive towards me even though he has been through extensive therapy to try and stop, he's still the same and i'm home for 1 month right now and he's already started to become violent. I really would like some sort of spell to protect myself from him or to help him stop being abusive.
Which brings me to my second question....usually I live with my boyfriend when I'm home on breaks, but we've been having problems lately. We broke up and are currently almost back together, however not entirely and he's afraid to let me back in I think because I was the one who broke up with him....I'm not really asking for a love spell, because I know that those aren't good and you shouldn't control people and everything....but if there was some sort of spell to help him see that i've changed and I won't hurt him....or something along those lines I think it would help.
please let me know if you have any suggestions
thanks

[Sobek]

1: i cant understand why you'd put yourself in such a position, but here is what i would do. go to the room that is "yours" or the room where you hide out or whatever. burn a sage stick(ya cant go wrong with sage) with particular emphasis on the entrances(including windows) and focus on this room blocking out all negative-ness through a smokey type barrier.

as for 2: it still sounds like your trying to manipulate someone into seeing something they otherwise arent seeing or ready to see. the best thing with love is to give it time to mature on its own because it too is magic stronger than most.

[Eretik]

Well said Sobek! If you can't use sage, incense or dried herbs [ good spell Sobek, smoke barrier, I like that a lot] You shouldn't have to be in danger, get help[ Police] if this goes on, if he touches you. I have been there too. I know Christmas should be a time for family, but is it worth it?
I can't fault Sobek on the second part either, let it be. I hope you have a peaceful time. Best wishes.

[Sercee]

I agree with Sobek on both counts. Additionally, I know it's hard because you father is your father, but you might want to consider finding alternate places to stay. Protection spells will help but only so far, especially with someone who is obviously dangerous.

[EnglishRose]

Thank you all for the help...I will try the sage thing for sure!