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What Is Emotional and Verbal Abuse?
Morning Friends, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Every year, I want to use this month to help bring some of what happens behind closed doors into the light. Here are some key stats: About 1 in 3 women who are murdered in the U.S. are killed by a husband, boyfriend, or former partner. For men who are murdered, it…
The Trauma Bond Behind “But I Still Love Him”
Morning friend, I spent all day Saturday in the emergency room. Still not sure exactly what’s wrong, but it’s probably a torn ligament in my knee. It’s amazing to me how our body immediately lets us know that something is wrong. A little tear, but it won’t let me ignore it. Pain forces us to pay attention. Whether physical, emotional,…
I Freeze When He Gets Mad. Help
Morning friend, Thanks for your prayers. This retreat is just what I needed. I’m learning stillness and quiet in a new way. I’ll share more when I return but keep praying. I will be here a few more days. This week’s question: I need help determining what to do. My husband of 23 years has always been out there with…
How Do I Let Go Of Resentment And Stay Well When He’s Still Destructive?
Morning friend, I’m grateful that so many of you found the letter to your pastor or church leader helpful. If you end up using it and get a response, please let me know how it was received. Not everyone has ears to hear or eyes to see. But by their response, you will learn what your next right choice might…
What is Spiritual Abuse?
Morning friend, We are one week away from celebrating Christmas. One of my favorite books for this season is Making Room in Advent by Bette Dickinson. It’s full of beautiful watercolor illustrations but even better, the author invites you to press pause and think about things differently. Here’s one quote: She’s talking about unanswered prayers. We know during this Advent…
3 Critical Heart Changes For Successful Reconciliation
Morning Friends, Next week (April 12) I’m doing a free workshop on “How long do you keep waiting for change, and if changes are happening, how do you know they’re real?” I will be doing two live sessions, one at 12pm ET and one at 7:30pm ET. If you know someone who might benefit from this workshop or you’d like…
How Do I Heal And What Do I Do About My Marriage?
Morning friend, I’m spending a few days in Santa Fee, New Mexico this week. It’s my first visit to a place rich with history and art, two things I love. This is our first official “vacation” since Covid and we took our dog, Addie, on this road trip. She’s doing great. The weather has been perfect and we’ve eaten some…
Where Can I Find Cheap Legal Help
Morning friend, I am thrilled that so many people helpers watched the webinar that Chris Moles and I did regarding the 3 milestones you must master to work competently with those in destructive relationships. We had a lot of positive feedback and was very encouraged that there are people helpers who are wanting to learn more. Today’s Question: I have…
Is It Dangerous Enough To Leave?
Morning friends, We’ve had a good discussion this week about the issue of safety and whether or not separation or divorce is Biblical. Traditional teaching on this is that a wife should keep her vows no matter what and this honors God the most. I disagree. Glad debated whether or not Cheryl was regularly in danger of being killed, even…