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After being in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can be difficult to identify a healthy relationship. Steve and Celestia Tracy from Mending the Soul are back to tell us the 5 things you can absolutely expect from a healthy romantic connection. We also talk about patterns in dating that may be keeping you in unsuccessful relationships, and uncover the basics of codependency. We also discuss the connection between sex and intimacy and how to approach both in a way that can lead to a fulfilling, long-lasting marriage.

After being in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can be difficult to identify a healthy relationship. Steve and Celestia Tracy from Mending the Soul are back to tell us the 5 things you can absolutely expect from a healthy romantic connection. We also talk about patterns in dating that may be keeping you in unsuccessful relationships, and uncover the basics of codependency. We also discuss the connection between sex and intimacy and how to approach both in a way that can lead to a fulfilling, long-lasting marriage.

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Shame, powerlessness, and isolation are all effects of abuse, whether the mistreatment began in childhood or at a later point in our lives. Healing from trauma involves safely confronting the pain we carry to ultimately achieve freedom. Steve and Celestia Tracy of Mending the Soul discuss powerful ways survivors can overcome the spiritual, emotional, and physical effects of abuse, defeat shame, and experience a life full of peace and empowerment.

Check out Mending the Soul's Resources

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Take the "What's Your Loneliness Type" Quiz and learn about the "From Lonely to Alive: A Single Mom's Guide to Life and Love" Video Course

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Shame, powerlessness, and isolation are all effects of abuse, whether the mistreatment began in childhood or at a later point in our lives. Healing from trauma involves safely confronting the pain we carry to ultimately achieve freedom. Steve and Celestia Tracy of Mending the Soul discuss powerful ways survivors can overcome the spiritual, emotional, and physical effects of abuse, defeat shame, and experience a life full of peace and empowerment.

Check out Mending the Soul's Resources

Check out our Sponsor Faithful Counseling 10% off first month offer

Take the "What's Your Loneliness Type" Quiz and learn about the "From Lonely to Alive: A Single Mom's Guide to Life and Love" Video Course

Follow Agape Moms on Facebook or Instagram and join the Beloved Collective private Facebook group

When a relationship ends, we may struggle with questions about our inherent identity and worth. Kari Trent Stageberg shares how an abusive marriage helped her to rediscover her own sense of identity, purpose, and value- and how you can do the same. She also discusses how codependency and control keep us from experiencing our God-given value, and the importance of boundaries in protecting our self worth to cultivate healthy relationships.

Visit Kari Trent Stageberg's Website

Books Recommended in this Episode

Check out our Sponsor Faithful Counseling 10% off first month offer

Take the "What's Your Loneliness Type" Quiz and learn about the "From Lonely to Alive: A Single Mom's Guide to Life and Love" Video Course

Follow Agape Moms on Facebook or Instagram and join the Beloved Collective private Facebook group

When a relationship ends, we may struggle with questions about our inherent identity and worth. Kari Trent Stageberg shares how an abusive marriage helped her to rediscover her own sense of identity, purpose, and value- and how you can do the same. She also discusses how codependency and control keep us from experiencing our God-given value, and the importance of boundaries in protecting our self worth to cultivate healthy relationships.

Visit Kari Trent Stageberg's Website

Books Recommended in this Episode

Check out our Sponsor Faithful Counseling 10% off first month offer

Take the "What's Your Loneliness Type" Quiz and learn about the "From Lonely to Alive: A Single Mom's Guide to Life and Love" Video Course

Follow Agape Moms on Facebook or Instagram and join the Beloved Collective private Facebook group

Christians are often uncomfortable talking about domestic violence- mostly because we don't know what it is or what to do about it. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month, and in this episode Michelle talks about how to identify domestic violence and what the Bible says about dealing with abuse. She also uncovers how common responses to abuse actually end up contributing to the cycle, and how to stop enabling abuse. She also explains the importance of getting to safety before ever addressing an abusive situation and how to go about seeking pastoral support.

If you need help, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline

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Christians are often uncomfortable talking about domestic violence- mostly because we don't know what it is or what to do about it. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month, and in this episode Michelle talks about how to identify domestic violence and what the Bible says about dealing with abuse.  She also uncovers how common responses to abuse actually end up contributing to the cycle, and how to stop enabling abuse. She also explains the importance of getting to safety before ever addressing an abusive situation and how to go about seeking pastoral support.

If you need help, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline

Click here to access the resources mentioned in this episode. 

Check out our Sponsor Faithful Counseling 10% off first month offer

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For single parents, hope is often difficult to grasp (and hold on to) when you consider the variety of challenges and disappointments we face. Jonathan Pitts shares his journey as a single dad of 4 girls after the unexpected death of his wife, Wynter, and how he has learned to grieve in a way that has birthed new hope for the future. He also talks about concrete ways we can experience hope through the "discipline of celebration," as well as the beauty of giving yourself the permission to dream again.

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For single parents, hope is often difficult to grasp (and hold on to) when you consider the variety of challenges and disappointments we face. Jonathan Pitts shares his journey as a single dad of 4 girls after the unexpected death of his wife, Wynter, and how he has learned to grieve in a way that has birthed new hope for the future.  He also talks about concrete ways we can experience hope through the "discipline of celebration," as well as the beauty of giving yourself the permission to dream again.

Visit For Girls Like You and use promo code AGAPEMOMS20 to receive 20% off storewide (valid until 12/31/2020)

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Starr Burroughs from The Confident Single Woman Podcast is a Christian dating coach and in this episode, she shares her insights on dating after heartbreak. We talk about common mistakes single moms make when getting back into the dating scene, and how to deal with frustration, fear, and insecurities so you can enjoy the dating process. We also dig into standards vs. preferences, the role of attraction, and key online dating strategies. Michelle also discusses lessons learned from her own experiences and how she was able to answer the question, "Am I Ready to Date?"

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Buy "The Ineligible Bachelorette" or "Boundaries in Dating"