The emotionally destructive relationship : seeing it, stopping it, surviving it

Book 2007

Leslie Vernick, counselor and social worker, has witnessed the devastating effects of emotional abuse. Many, including many in the church, have not addressed this form of destruction in families and relationships because it is difficult to talk about. With godly guidance and practical experience, Vernick offers an empathetic approach to recognizing an emotionally destructive relationship and addresses the symptoms and the damage with biblical too...

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ISBN:

9780736918978

Description:

247 pages ; 22 cm

Other Title:

Seeing it, stopping it, surviving it

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-247)

Contents:

What is an emotionally destructive relationship?
The consequences of an emotionally destructive relationship
What makes relationships difficult and destructive?
Destructive themes of the heart : pride, anger, and envy
Destructive themes of the heart : selfishness, laziness, evil, and fear
The truth about change : you can stop living this way
The truth about choices : they have not been taken from you
The truth about speaking up : your voice deserves to be heard
The truth about standing up : you can become a champion of peace
God sees you and wants to heal you
If you let go, you will grow
When properly nourished, you will thrive

LCCN:

2007014155

Control Number:

3257342

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