Flying Free
586 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 950 ratingsFlying Free is a support resource for women of faith who need hope and healing from hidden emotional abuse, spiritual abuse, and narcissistic abuse. Because of misogynistic theology taught in controlling and spiritually abusive churches, many Christian women find themselves in destructive marriages where there is an uneven power dynamic. Male partners use their status as a husband to gain power and control over a woman’s mind, emotions, body, social life, finances, and more. When she tries to get help from her equally abusive church environment, she is betrayed and re-abused. Flying Free offers a Christ-centered, gospel-oriented perspective on domestic abuse that protects and honors the voices and autonomy of women. Tune in each week to hear conversations with emotional abuse advocates and fellow survivors who will walk with you on your journey up and out. We hear you. You are not alone. Learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com
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How to Set Healthy Boundaries to Keep Yourself Safe
March 26, 2019 20:24 - 27 minutes - 29.1 MBRachel and Natalie talk about what boundaries are, where we allow others to cross our boundaries, where we cross the boundaries of others, and how to set healthy boundaries in order to have nurturing relationships with ourselves and others. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first ...
Defining and Setting Boundaries - 012
March 26, 2019 20:24 - 27 minutes - 29.1 MBRachel and Natalie talk about what boundaries are, where we allow others to cross our boundaries, where we cross the boundaries of others, and how to set healthy boundaries in order to have nurturing relationships with ourselves and others.
How to Set Healthy Boundaries to Keep Yourself Safe [012]
March 26, 2019 20:24 - 27 minutes - 29.1 MBRachel and Natalie talk about what boundaries are, where we allow others to cross our boundaries, where we cross the boundaries of others, and how to set healthy boundaries in order to have nurturing relationships with ourselves and others. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first ...
Emotional Abuse Q&A - 011
March 19, 2019 17:34 - 27 minutes - 28.8 MBNatalie answers some of the most common questions women of faith in destructive relationships ask. Questions like "how can I be sure I'm doing the right thing by leaving my abuser? What if he can change?" "How can I protect my children?" And more!
How Do I Know If I'm Doing the Right Thing by Leaving My Emotionally Abusive Husband? [011]
March 19, 2019 17:34 - 27 minutes - 28.8 MBNatalie answers some of the most common questions women of faith in destructive relationships ask. Questions like "how can I be sure I'm doing the right thing by leaving my abuser? What if he can change?" "How can I protect my children?" And more! Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the...
How Do I Know If I'm Doing the Right Thing by Leaving My Emotionally Abusive Husband?
March 19, 2019 17:34 - 27 minutes - 28.8 MBNatalie answers some of the most common questions women of faith in destructive relationships ask. Questions like "how can I be sure I'm doing the right thing by leaving my abuser? What if he can change?" "How can I protect my children?" And more! Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the...
What to Look for in a Counselor - 010
March 11, 2019 23:02 - 35 minutes - 36 MBFinding a good therapist can be a critical part of your healing journey. Not all therapists are created equal, and many are re-abusive. How do you pick a counselor? How do you end a counseling relationship when it's going poorly?
What Christian Women Need to Look for in a Counselor
March 11, 2019 23:02 - 35 minutes - 36 MBFinding a good therapist can be a critical part of your healing journey. Not all therapists are created equal, and many are re-abusive. How do you pick a counselor? How do you end a counseling relationship when it's going poorly? Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of ...
What Christian Women Need to Look for in a Counselor [010]
March 11, 2019 23:02 - 35 minutes - 36 MBFinding a good therapist can be a critical part of your healing journey. Not all therapists are created equal, and many are re-abusive. How do you pick a counselor? How do you end a counseling relationship when it's going poorly? Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of ...
What Does the Bible Say About Divorce and Remarriage?
February 19, 2019 19:36 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn Episode nine we discuss divorce and remarriage in the Bible with Cindy Burrell of hurtbylove.com. Can Christians get divorced and remarried? What does the Bible actually say about this important issue? And why is this information not widely understood? Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.co...
Divorce and Remarriage in the Bible - 009
February 19, 2019 19:36 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn Episode nine we discuss divorce and remarriage in the Bible with Cindy Burrell of hurtbylove.com. Can Christians get divorced and remarried? What does the Bible actually say about this important issue? And why is this information not widely understood?
What Does the Bible Say About Divorce and Remarriage? [009]
February 19, 2019 19:36 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBIn Episode nine we discuss divorce and remarriage in the Bible with Cindy Burrell of hurtbylove.com. Can Christians get divorced and remarried? What does the Bible actually say about this important issue? And why is this information not widely understood? Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.co...
Strategies for Coping with Emotional Abuse - 008
February 13, 2019 20:08 - 37 minutes - 37.9 MBIn episode eight, Rachel and Natalie discuss unhealthy ways of coping with emotional abuse as well as better ways of coping that will enable you to detach and refocus your mind and energy on healthier things that will build you up and help you heal.
Waking Up to Emotional Abuse so You Can Focus on Healing [008]
February 13, 2019 20:08 - 37 minutes - 37.9 MBIn episode eight, Rachel and Natalie discuss unhealthy ways of coping with emotional abuse as well as better ways of coping that will enable you to detach and refocus your mind and energy on healthier things that will build you up and help you heal. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) t...
Waking Up to Emotional Abuse so You Can Focus on Healing
February 13, 2019 20:08 - 37 minutes - 37.9 MBIn episode eight, Rachel and Natalie discuss unhealthy ways of coping with emotional abuse as well as better ways of coping that will enable you to detach and refocus your mind and energy on healthier things that will build you up and help you heal. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) t...
The One Thing Every Healthy Relationship Must Have (and why!) [007]
February 06, 2019 16:45 - 28 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat is the number one thing that makes a relationship great? I'm going to tell you, and I'll also give you ten reasons WHY this one thing trumps everything else. Without this key ingredient, a relationship is unhealthy and even destructive. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first...
The One Thing Every Healthy Relationship Must Have (and why!)
February 06, 2019 16:45 - 28 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat is the number one thing that makes a relationship great? I'm going to tell you, and I'll also give you ten reasons WHY this one thing trumps everything else. Without this key ingredient, a relationship is unhealthy and even destructive. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first...
The Number One Key to a Healthy Relationship - 007
February 06, 2019 16:45 - 28 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat is the number one thing that makes a relationship great? I'm going to tell you, and I'll also give you ten reasons WHY this one thing trumps everything else. Without this key ingredient, a relationship is unhealthy and even destructive.
What Do You Do If You're Married to a Fool?
January 29, 2019 16:53 - 49 minutes - 48.9 MBWhat is a fool? How does the Bible define a fool? And what is a woman of faith to do when she realizes she is married to one? Join Rachel and Natalie as they talk about how to deal with the fools in your life. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? M...
The Insanity of Relationships with Fools - 006
January 29, 2019 16:53 - 49 minutes - 48.9 MBWhat is a fool? How does the Bible define a fool? And what is a woman of faith to do when she realizes she is married to one? Join Rachel and Natalie as they talk about how to deal with the fools in your life.
What Do You Do If You're Married to a Fool? [006]
January 29, 2019 16:53 - 49 minutes - 48.9 MBWhat is a fool? How does the Bible define a fool? And what is a woman of faith to do when she realizes she is married to one? Join Rachel and Natalie as they talk about how to deal with the fools in your life. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? M...
How Do I Know if My Church is Spiritually Abusive? [005]
January 21, 2019 20:20 - 55 minutes - 54.9 MBEmotional abuse survivors often face spiritual abuse in their churches when they go forward to get help. Why is this? And what can women who have suffered this secondary abuse do to recover and heal? Natalie interviews pastor Jimmy Hinton for some insight into this tragic problem. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: Check out Jimmy's website Watch Jimmy's Champions of Illusion Videos If you are a Christian woman wh...
How Do I Know if My Church is Spiritually Abusive?
January 21, 2019 20:20 - 55 minutes - 54.9 MBEmotional abuse survivors often face spiritual abuse in their churches when they go forward to get help. Why is this? And what can women who have suffered this secondary abuse do to recover and heal? Natalie interviews pastor Jimmy Hinton for some insight into this tragic problem. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: Check out Jimmy's website Watch Jimmy's Champions of Illusion Videos If you are a Christian woman wh...
Spiritual Abuse in the Church - 005
January 21, 2019 20:20 - 55 minutes - 54.9 MBEmotional abuse survivors often face spiritual abuse in their churches when they go forward to get help. Why is this? And what can women who have suffered this secondary abuse do to recover and heal? Natalie interviews pastor Jimmy Hinton for some insight into this tragic problem.
Is Suffering Really One of God's Purposes in Marriage?
January 08, 2019 18:28 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MBIs marriage designed by God to be a crucible of suffering for the Christian wife? Or is there a higher purpose for marriage? Rachel and Natalie discuss the devastating consequences of believing the wrong things about Christian marriage. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chap...
Propaganda Alert: The Suffering Wife - 004
January 08, 2019 18:28 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MBIs marriage designed by God to be a crucible of suffering for the Christian wife? Or is there a higher purpose for marriage? Rachel and Natalie discuss the devastating consequences of believing the wrong things about Christian marriage.
Is Suffering Really One of God's Purposes in Marriage?n [004]
January 08, 2019 18:28 - 40 minutes - 40.6 MBIs marriage designed by God to be a crucible of suffering for the Christian wife? Or is there a higher purpose for marriage? Rachel and Natalie discuss the devastating consequences of believing the wrong things about Christian marriage. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chap...
Misogynist Theology Causes Emotional and Spiritual Abuse in Homes and Churches
January 08, 2019 18:18 - 42 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, we visit with Rebecca Farris, mother, wife, and company CEO about misogyny in the church and how demeaning attitudes toward women perpetuate abuse at church and in the home. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your...
Misogyny: The Root of Abuse - 003
January 08, 2019 18:18 - 42 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, we visit with Rebecca Farris, mother, wife, and company CEO about misogyny in the church and how demeaning attitudes toward women perpetuate abuse at church and in the home.
Misogynist Theology Causes Emotional and Spiritual Abuse in Homes and Churches [003]
January 08, 2019 18:18 - 42 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, we visit with Rebecca Farris, mother, wife, and company CEO about misogyny in the church and how demeaning attitudes toward women perpetuate abuse at church and in the home. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Making Sense of Your...
How Can You Still Honor Yourself in an Abusive Marriage?
December 23, 2018 00:20 - 36 minutes - 36.7 MBWomen who have lived in destructive relationships give away their voices and their honor in order to placate their abusive partner. In this episode, Natalie and Rachel discuss what it means to honor yourself. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Ma...
How Can You Still Honor Yourself in an Abusive Marriage? [002]
December 23, 2018 00:20 - 36 minutes - 36.7 MBWomen who have lived in destructive relationships give away their voices and their honor in order to placate their abusive partner. In this episode, Natalie and Rachel discuss what it means to honor yourself. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my book, Is It Me? Ma...
The One Question to Ask Yourself in 2019 - 002
December 23, 2018 00:20 - 36 minutes - 36.7 MBWomen who have lived in destructive relationships give away their voices and their honor in order to placate their abusive partner. In this episode Natalie and Rachel discuss what it means to honor yourself.
How Can You Tell if Your Abusive Partner Has Changed? Interview with Bob Hamp - 001
December 12, 2018 00:44 - 42 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode we hear from Bob Hamp of Think Differently Counseling as he talks about what kind of change you need to look for in a destructive relationship.
How Can You Tell if Your Abusive Partner Has Changed?
December 12, 2018 00:44 - 42 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode we hear from Bob Hamp of Think Differently Counseling as he talks about what kind of change you need to look for in a destructive relationship. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: Connect with Bob on Facebook and Instagram If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my b...
How Can You Tell if Your Abusive Partner Has Changed? [001]
December 12, 2018 00:44 - 42 minutes - 42.6 MBIn this episode we hear from Bob Hamp of Think Differently Counseling as he talks about what kind of change you need to look for in a destructive relationship. Access the transcript, read the show notes, and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: Connect with Bob on Facebook and Instagram If you are a Christian woman who thinks you may be in an emotionally destructive marriage, learn more at https://flyingfreenow.com I'll send you (free!) the first chapter of my b...