Relationship Truth: Unfiltered

Tami has been married for 32 years and has seven kids. Her relationship disappointing from the beginning but it eventually turned destructive. Tami's church was anything but helpful, leaving her feeling confused and alone.  In this episode Tami shares how she began to wake up to the abuse she was experiencing, her own destructive patterns, and how she is staying in her marriage and staying well.   

This is a special audio version of a workshop Leslie conducted where she answers the questions, "How Long Do I Keep Trying?" and "How Do I Know if This Relationship is Dead?"  CLICK HERE for a free handout to take notes as you listen: leslievernick.com/webinarhandout You'll also get a roadmap to rebuilding broken safety and trust.  Conquer doors are open for new members...but just for a short time. If you'd like to join Conquer, go to www.leslievernick.com/jointoday.

In this episode Leslie introduces you to a powerful member of her coaching team. Elise Berryhill shares, vulnerably, about her experience with grief and dealing with a family member entrenched in addiction. 

In this episode Leslie shares stories you haven’t heard before about her personal experience with emotional abuse and the impact it had on her, even into adulthood.  Hear how Leslie dealt with her destructive mother, even into adulthood. And, learn how she found healing and the real, practical steps you can implement in your own healing journey.  Healing from Emotional Abuse: Three Practical Steps “I’m lost. Where am I?” Re-educate yourself on what is healthy. Learn to identify your emotions so you can address them. “What is my problem with their problem?” Identify and take responsibility for your problem, not your abuser’s problem. This will show you the work you need to do. Recognize your limiting beliefs “You can’t go back and change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending.” - C.S. Lewis Join us for a free, private webinar on September 29th. Register at www.leslievernick.com/webinar   Leslie’s website: www.leslievernick.com   Leslie’s Blog: https://leslievernick.com/blog  

In this episode you'll meet Suzanne, a woman who didn't even recognize many of her habits as being the result of her destructive marriage. The product of an abusive home, she found it easy to believe her husband's behavior was her fault.  Four children and several decades later an event happened that opened Suzanne's eyes and set her on a course of real healing. You'll hear specific things she did and tips she has for you in finding healing from a destructive relationship.

Today’s guest is Joy Forrest, founder and Executive Director of Called to Peace Ministries and author of, “Called to Peace: A Survivor's Guide to Finding Peace and Healing After Domestic Abuse.”    To become an advocate, request a church partnership liaison or find personal support, go to www.calledtopeace.org

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Hannah is the daughter of Maureen from Episode 3, "Free After 41 Years." Hear Hannah describe what life was like growing up with her destructive father and how it impacted her as an adult. 

Have you been impacted by sexual betrayal? Take the FREE QUIZ HERE: www.braveone.com/freequiz Dr. Sherri Keffer knows - personally - the devastation of sexual betrayal.  In this episode Sherri tells her story and shares how denial and depression kept her from dealing with the truth of what was happening in her marriage.  Learn the TWO PILLARS every sexually betrayed partner needs.  Hear what you should do - and what you shouldn't do - when dealing with the sin of sexual betrayal. Find out what you CAN DO - even when you don't know whether sexual betrayal has happened.  And, answer the questions, once and for all ... is it YOUR fault this happened? Is there anything you could have done to have prevented it? Leslie and Sherri will also talk about how to talk to the kids when there's been sexual betrayal in the marriage.     

In this episode we discover three more lies that Christian women often believe...lies that keep them stuck, afraid, and silent.  1. It's your fault your husband acts the way he does. 2. God hates all divorce. 3. If I try harder, he'll change.   To register for Leslie's live, free webinar, go to www.leslievernick.com/joinwebinar