Whether caused by words, actions, or even indifference, emotional abuse is common--yet often overlooked. This helpful guide reveals how those who have been abused by a spouse, parent, employer, or minister can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image. It includes •strategies for dealing with the verbal abuser •self-check quizzes with each chapter •keys to rebuilding relationships •letters from survivors of emotional abuse •help dealing with spiritual abuse •a biblical plan for healing

This helpful guide reveals how those who have been emotionally abused can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image.

God's love is steadfast for survivors who chose to leave an abusive marriage but still suffer the aftershocks When someone leaves an abusive marriage, life isn't instantly fixed. Women who have experienced domestic violence feel shattered. Because of the trauma they've been through, a bond with their abuser has formed that keeps them tied together long after they've physically left. Karen DeArmond Gardner understands these difficulties all too well. She tackled all the same struggles when she left her own abusive marriage. And she intimately knows what women in this situation need in order to gain freedom from the lies of abuse-to be reborn as the people God longs for them to be. Hope for Healing from Domestic Abuse isn't a how-to book with a few easy steps. Instead, it's a biblically based map for a long journey to healing. By recounting her own history--as well as the faithfulness of God when she was willing to follow His direction--Karen helps readers: discover there is life beyond abuse recognize God's relentless pursuit of their heart gain courage to release the trauma of their past regain life, hope, and wholeness in Jesus's healing love Gardner's inside perspective, strong voice, and incredible, vulnerable story of deliverance from the bonds of abuse allow readers to find themselves in her words and feel heard at last. She puts hope back in their hands, with the assurance that God loves them deeply and wants them to know they aren't defined by their trauma, their past, or their brokenness.

This book was compiled by a group of students participating in a leadership course in Charlotte, North Carolina. The group has declared a vision for the world in which they are committed to creating a world that is connected, compassionate, authentic, peaceful, and abundant. This book was inspired by that commitment. And suddenly, you know its time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings.

For over a decade I endured emotional abuse from my spouse - the person who is supposed to love me more than anything in the entire world. I was broken, beaten down and became an emotional shell of a being. From rock bottom, I had two choices: give up or fight back. I chose the latter. I want to help you do the same. I'll tell you my story and show you how you can come out of the other side just like I did. This book has 9 steps that can be used as a road-map to guide you through the difficult navigation of emotional abuse, including: - The warning signs of emotional abuse - What causes emotional abuse? - Taking back control - Leaving your abuser - Rebuilding you and your self-esteem As a survivor, I wrote this short book to my former self; I wanted it to be the book I needed when I was in an emotionally abusive relationship. I hope it can be of help to you during the undeniable heartache of an abusive partnership.

There are no bruises to yellow and heal, no gaping wound to point to. But, in spite of their invisibility, emotional wounds are a very damaging form of abuse. Whether caused by words, actions, or even indifference, emotional abuse is very common-yet often overlooked.In this helpful guide, Christian therapist Gregory Jantz examines why emotional abuse is so common and damaging. He reveals how those who have been abused by a spouse, parent, employer, or minister can overcome the past and rebuild their self-image. This new expanded edition of Healing the Scars of Emotional Abuse now includes: * strategies for dealing with the verbal abuser* self-check quizzes with each chapter* keys to rebuilding relationships* letters from survivors of emotional abuse* new information on spiritual abuse * a biblical plan for healing

Abuse ? whether through hurtful words, degrading looks, obscene gesture, or threatening behavior ? inflicts immense pain and impedes emotional growth. We have all been wounded by hurtful words and actions of others ? whether the bully at school, the demeaning boss, a rage?filled driver, or someone in our own family. We often carry those wounds with us for a lifetime. June Hunt has a message for you: it is possible to stop the pain of abuse. Learn biblical truths and practical advice on how to stop the abuse, heal the pain of the past, and foster peace in all your relationships. She also provides the warning signs of abuse, the 7 steps to victory over verbal abuse, 6 steps to an action plan, 8 steps for how to confront and cope with emotionally abusive people, Honesty test for those who may be abusive, 5 steps to building personal boundaries, and much more. Paperback, 96 pages, 4 x 7 inches.