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Trek – Week Thirty-Six

I want you to hear me say that it makes sense why we have been so angry. Of course, we’re mad. And it’s time to deal with the hurts in the only way that can bring healing, change, and growth. We’ve got to face them — instead of trying to protect … [Read more...]

Journey – Week Thirty-Six

In future lessons, we will talk more about the family systems that birthed the Stormy Sues and Susie Sunshines of this world. Although no situation is completely identical, there are striking similarities in the stories of those of us married to sex … [Read more...]

Trek – Week Thirty-Five

Let’s be honest. Hanging onto healthy and helpful expressions of anger when we are triggered can be really challenging — especially if we have grown accustomed to letting our anger control and define our behaviors. This is particularly true for … [Read more...]

Journey – Week Thirty-Five

Let’s take a peek into Stormy Sue’s heart. (We looked at two different ladies in Week Thirty-Three) What do you think is triggering all of Sue’s anger? Sue is terrified of losing control. To say it another way, Sue’s greatest fear is that someone … [Read more...]