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Episode 246: How Toxic Marriage Advice Mirrors Coercive Control

Bare Marriage

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Faith, Power, and Abuse in Marriage

This chapter examines the complex interplay between complementarian marriage principles and the prevalence of abuse within faith communities. It discusses the challenges of recognizing and addressing emotional and psychological abuse, particularly the obscuring effects of spiritual language on power dynamics. Furthermore, the chapter critiques toxic marriage advice rooted in traditional gender roles, highlighting how these beliefs can entrap women in abusive situations and diminish their worth.

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