Last week we began to discuss how to identify an abuser. I hope the information was helpful for you. Sometimes when we are in the middle of something it's difficult to see what is happening. Today I want to point out the five areas an abuser uses without ever lifting a hand to strike his … Continue reading Five Areas of Abuse, Without Lifting a Hand
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Toxic Christian Relationships
There is an intriguing story in the book of John. You'll find it in chapter 8:1-11. 2 Now [a]early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3 Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had … Continue reading Toxic Christian Relationships
Lament: Another Way To Deal With All The Loss
Like you, my family hears news every few days of friends who are being impacted by the Delta variant of Covid-19 or some other tragedy. A mom in her 40's died from Covid-19. A teen is fighting for his life. One local family lost their 6 year old to a rare form of meningitis. … Continue reading Lament: Another Way To Deal With All The Loss
Family and The Roles We Play
A dysfunctional family is based on three main rules: Don't trust; Don't tell; Don't feel Mom and Dad: We need either one or the other to be missing physically or emotionally. Usually, this unavailability is due to drugs, mental illness, gambling, or work-aholism. Take your pick; the behaviors and symptoms are basically the same. Families … Continue reading Family and The Roles We Play
The Ugly Nature of Spiritual Abuse
A few of decades ago, my family sat under a pastor who was a wonderful teacher of the Bible. However, sadly, he became more controlling as his tenure increased. It was gradual, and like a frog in water that comes slowly to a boil, we almost didn't jump out in time. In fact, our eldest … Continue reading The Ugly Nature of Spiritual Abuse
Healing: Ways To Reclaim Our Personal Power
As a believer in Christ, the term personal power is probably an unusual term for me to use. In fact, in our circles, all power belongs to the Lord Jesus - end of discussion. Unfortunately, when a person has been abused, traumatized, or suffered through years of chronic illness, God seems far away. Feelings of intense … Continue reading Healing: Ways To Reclaim Our Personal Power
Continuing The Conversation: PTSD After Sexual Trauma
This site contains affiliate links to books. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. In the late 90's, I began venturing into the early stages of my counseling education. In addition, I began a required semester of volunteer counseling. My first clients were women from the large church my family attended. … Continue reading Continuing The Conversation: PTSD After Sexual Trauma
Let’s Talk About PTSD
This site contains affiliate links to books. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. My father was a World War 2 veteran. I can't remember a time he talked about his war experiences. What I do remember are times when something would trigger him, and he would withdraw into their bedroom … Continue reading Let’s Talk About PTSD
Fear: Is It A Friend or A Foe?
This site contains affiliate links to books. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. My husband and I recently kept 3 of our grandchildren for a week. Their parents went on a lovely vacation to celebrate my son's birthday. They have a wonderful tradition of reading to the children each night … Continue reading Fear: Is It A Friend or A Foe?
Unsafe People: Knowing the Difference From Safe People
This site contains affiliate links to books. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Have you ever started a relationship with someone only to discover along the way - weeks, months, even a year later - that he isn't who he presented himself to be? The loving promises turned into defensiveness … Continue reading Unsafe People: Knowing the Difference From Safe People