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Pornography usage has devastating effects on the entire family, and sadly many women aren't able to receive the support they need when they discover a partner's porn abuse. Anne Blythe from Betrayal Trauma recovery describes why it's important to categorize porn use as abuse in the recovery process, whether or not you're still in the relationships. She shares reasons why a partner's recovery may not stick, and how to know whether or not someone is truly changing. She also discusses the benefits of anger in the recovery process, and how a parent's pornography usage can affect their kids.

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God has granted each of us His power over our brokenness- we just need to learn how to walk in it. Toni Collier reveals how God has taken her beyond the pain of abuse, divorce, & single motherhood, and how each of us can lean into God's power to write a new chapter of our lives. She describes the process of breaking through doubt and discouragement to walk in confident humility, and how to take bold action as you are bolstered by the belief that God has more for you.

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You may be all too familiar with the pain of sexual brokenness- but what is sexual wholeness? Dr. Juli Slattery of Authentic Intimacy describes the process of healing sexual wounds and how to begin moving toward sexual wholeness. She explains what God intends to reveal to us through sexuality, and how knowing His design can help us reclaim what has been stolen through sexual abuse, trauma, and betrayal. Juli also gives insight into single sexuality and shares methods to work through sexual desire as a single woman.

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JP Pokluda exposes the reasons our dating experiences come up short (AND why much of it hinges on our own misconceptions about dating). He describes how dating for compatibility, chemistry, or common interests can leave us heartbroken, and what to look for instead to find a suitable partner. He discusses how to date in a way that removes heartbreak from the equation, and how to deal with lust when you're single. He also shares his thoughts on women making the first move, dating an unbeliever, and trusting God while you're waiting.

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Too often, we tolerate the behaviors of toxic people without realizing the harm it causes us, whether it's a former partner, a parent, friend, or co-worker. Gary Thomas shares how toxic relationships prevent you from pursuing your God-given mission and becoming the woman God called you to become. He describes the types of toxic people and teaches how to determine if someone is toxic for you. He also discusses what the Bible says about separating from a toxic person and how to do so safely.

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The painful things we experience in this life don't always make sense, but that doesn't mean they don't have meaning. When Davey Blackburn tragically lost his first wife, Amanda, several years ago, he didn't know how God could bring purpose out of his pain. Now remarried and the founder of Nothing is Wasted Ministries, Davey describes the necessity of wrestling with God and confronting painful triggers to uncover the purpose that lies beneath your pain. He shares of God's plan of redemption in your personal story, and how the Holy Spirit empowers you to take back what the enemy has stolen.

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Setting boundaries is essential to forming healthy relationships and taking care of your emotional health. Dr. Alison Cook explains how to identify the boundaries you need to set, and suggests how you can work through discomfort to make establishing boundaries easier. She also describes how an unhealthy sense of self can lead to poor boundary enforcement, codependency, and relationship avoidance. In addition, she offers solutions for communicating boundaries in difficult or toxic situations.

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The trauma of divorce or a significant breakup can amplify problems with decision making, causing us to become stuck and unsure of how to move forward. PeggySue Wells discusses how the fear of repeating the past prevents us from making wise decisions, and how to gauge our emotional well-being to assess needs and opportunities. She also mentions how the lies we believe about God keep us from accessing the grace to learn from our mistakes and make better choices, and how correcting our view of God improves our ability to walk in faith and demonstrate it for our kids.

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Single motherhood is full of waiting, but waiting well can reduce the anxiety and frustration involved with the process. Brittney Moses shares how in her seasons of waiting, God brought her greater healing and higher levels of enjoyment in her life. She talks about the empowerment that comes with waiting when we use the time to prepare us for what's coming to us in the future. She also shares her experiences of dating as a single mom, and ways to safely approach introducing your child to a significant other.

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All of us have painful experiences with manipulation, whether it's at the hands of an ex, a parent, a friend/family member, or a boss/co-worker. Tim Sanford MA, LPC of Focus on the Family gives insight into the motives of manipulative people, and teaches how to identify the three main styles manipulators use to control others. He also offers biblical ways to handle manipulation and support your kids if they are being manipulated by a parent.

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