Category: Listener Questions

What Do We Do About Wicked People?

What Do We Do About Wicked People? [Episode 318]

In today’s episode, I explore the difficult and often shocking realization that wickedness exists in the world—and sometimes within our closest relationships. Responding to a listener’s inquiry and using insights from Adam Young’s “The Place We Find Ourselves” podcast, we’ll unpack the biblical definition of wickedness and discuss how it operates. I’ll also share personal experiences and strategies for recognizing and dealing with destructive individuals.

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How Do I Deal with His Rage?

How Do I Deal with His Rage? [Episode 317]

In today’s episode, I answer a question about surviving a husband’s rage while still in the home and preparing to leave. I want to share insights on coping strategies, the importance of unhooking from an abuser’s words, and how to create a safety plan. If you’re living in survival mode, this episode offers encouragement and practical steps to help you move toward freedom and healing.

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How to Be the Parent Your Child Needs During Divorce

How to Be the Parent Your Child Needs During Divorce [Episode 314]

In this episode of the Flying Free Podcast, I address a listener’s heartfelt question about how to talk to a three-year-old child about an abusive father while navigating divorce proceedings. I provide insights on child development, emotional regulation, and practical strategies to support both mother and child through this challenging transition. I also share ways to document healthy parenting for court proceedings and offer encouragement for mothers seeking to break generational cycles of abuse.

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What if My Abusive Husband Has Mental Health Issues?

What if My Abusive Husband Has Mental Health Issues? [Episode 310]

What if my abusive husband has mental health issues? Drawing on listener input, I tackle the complexities of abuse intertwined with mental health diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and depression. I want to help you navigate the tricky waters of understanding biblical interpretations around staying in abusive relationships “in sickness and in health.” This episode is a lifeline for women seeking clarity and peace while healing and growing within difficult circumstances.

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Can You Work Together with an Abuser?

Can You Work Together with an Abuser? [Episode 299]

In today’s episode, I answer a listener’s question about co-parenting with an abusive ex and challenge the idea of “working together” with abusers. You’ll learn the importance of shifting the focus away from the abuser and toward personal healing and growth.

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Why Does My Husband Act Like a Child?

Why Does My Husband Act Like a Child? [Episode 296]

In this episode, I explore a listener’s question about her husband’s childlike behavior during their separation and discuss how to shift the focus from trying to change him to focusing on personal growth and freedom. I want to share some insights on why understanding the abuser may not be as important as understanding yourself, and how Christian women can embrace their own transformation.

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