I will also send you a free PDF copy of the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your Confusing Marriage as well as the first chapter of the brand new companion workbook. It’s like a super-charged therapy session!How can the church help abuse victims instead of revictimizing them? Interview with Megan Cox, founder of Give Her Wings.
Episode 40 – Calling the Church to Compassion
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Episode 39 – Help! I’m Addicted to a Destructive Relationship!
Why do you feel an addictive bond to your partner in spite of how he abuses you? We talk about intermittent reinforcement and how that plays a role in abuse.
BONUS Episode One: Commentary on the Caring Well Conference
In this special bonus episode, Natalie and Daphne, a survivor and attorney, discuss the ERLC (Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission) 2019 Caring Well conference in Dallas. You’ll get the highlights as well as what we think could have been done better and what we hope to see in the future of the Southern Baptist Convention.
Episode 38 – Interview with Patrick Doyle on Coping with Betrayal from Church, Family, and Friends
In this interview with Patrick Doyle, we learn how to cope with the betrayal that occurs when women of faith stand up against abuse in their homes.
Episode 37 – What if You’re Starved for Affection?
In this interview with executive director of ARMS, Stacey Womack, we talk about how survivors are often starved for affection. They’ve been told they aren’t worth much, and others have not only NOT loved survivors well, but they have actually sucked survivors dry. This leaves them emotionally emaciated. What do they need to be nourished with affection again?
Episode 36 – He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not
Conflict is part of every relationship. So how do you know the conflict you’re experiencing is destructive? Rachel and Natalie talk about identifying abuse in the back and forth drama of being treated “nice” one day and poorly the next.
Episode 35 – Shame Busting Your Divorce
Gretchen Baskerville, author of the book, Life Saving Divorce, is back to talk with us about how women of faith can move from shame and fear into ministry and stability after divorce.
Episode 34 – Breaking Destructive Relationship Patterns
In this interview with professional therapist, author, and speaker, Judy Herman, you’ll find out how relationship patterns in your family of origin affect you as an adult. You’ll also get some tools to help you move past destructive patterns into a healthier future.
Episode 33 – Busting Myths About Singleness After Divorce
Gretchen Baskerville, author of Life Saving Divorce, shares tips on how to get the most out of your single years after divorce! Even if you’re still married, you’ll discover how to lean into getting to know who you are and nurturing your friendships, gifts, and vision.