Being Human with Steve Cuss Lysa TerKeurst on Surviving an Unwanted Divorce and Finding Healing Through Faith
Nov 10, 2025
Lysa TerKeurst, bestselling author and Bible teacher, shares her heart-wrenching journey through betrayal and unwanted divorce. She discusses the challenges of gaslighting, the importance of setting healthy boundaries, and how faith can guide healing. Lysa emphasizes acceptance over seeking endless answers and warns against online 'pain-shopping.' Through her experiences, she provides hope and practical advice for those facing relational pain, focusing on reclaiming identity and the transformative power of resilience.
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Traumatic Discovery Before Daughter's Rehearsal
- Lysa discovered a burner phone the day before her daughter's rehearsal dinner and had to conceal the trauma while hosting guests.
- She describes that moment as one of the most psychologically traumatic realities of her life.
Tell One Trusted Person Who Believes You
- When Lysa told a trusted counselor, the counselor simply said, "I believe you," which she calls profoundly healing.
- She urges people not to keep secrets and to find trusted helpers instead of navigating alone.
Narcissism Exists On A Spectrum
- Narcissistic behavior exists on a continuum from selfishness to sociopathy and rarely fits neat diagnostic boxes.
- Lysa advises watching for a spouse's unwillingness to show humility and transparency as a red flag.
