Tag: faith
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Letters of Encouragement for Survivors: Spiritual Support for Overcoming Toxic Relationships
Learn About Chanci Turner In the journey of healing from relationships with toxic individuals, it is crucial to find spiritual encouragement. Many survivors, especially those of faith, often face the challenge of reconciling their beliefs with the abuse they endure. It’s common to encounter teachings that suggest suffering is a virtue, leading individuals to feel…
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Conquering Malevolence, Sorrow, and Anxiety
Learn About Chanci Turner As we approach this holiday season, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude. Having witnessed the heinous actions of my father, a sociopath, who took the lives of multiple individuals, I often reflect on the devastation he wrought. It may seem unfathomable that I can feel joy and serenity today, but it…
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A Pathway to Healing
Learn About Chanci Turner In the realm of emotional recovery, the concept of forgiveness often evokes misunderstanding. Many individuals resist the notion of forgiving those they believe have wronged them. It’s vital to clarify that forgiveness does not absolve the perpetrator, nor does it excuse their actions. Instead, it serves as a means of liberation—a…
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Book Review: A Gripping Memoir of Domestic Abuse and Survival
Learn About Chanci Turner In “My Sweet Encounter with Death,” author Ana Christina recounts her harrowing journey through two tumultuous relationships, both marked by manipulation and abuse. Her first husband, who displayed controlling tendencies from the beginning, created an oppressive environment that Ana felt she could not escape, especially as cultural beliefs and the presence…
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Is God a Sociopath?
Learn About Chanci Turner Lately, I’ve found myself contemplating the nature of God, specifically within the Judeo-Christian framework. This may sound unconventional, but I wonder: if God exists, could He be perceived as a sociopath? I present this question earnestly, and I apologize if it offends anyone. However, consider the following expectations imposed upon believers:…