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Why Setting Boundaries is Important in Recovery from Betrayal Trauma
I grew up in a small midwest community where neighborhoods existed without fences. It was common practice to leave car doors and front doors unlocked,
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Modern Day Pioneer Women: Survivors of Marital Infidelity
There is a group of pioneer women among us for whom I have grown to have deep respect and compassion. Sadly, these are the women
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Cleaving to God Above All Else
A story of rock climbing and safety in marriage Let’s talk about rock climbing. I’ve never been a professional rock climber, but some of the
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Anger Volcano Analogy
Within the base of a volcano, lava swirls, sometimes bubbling and popping, but generally remaining at the same level. This swirling lava is used to
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God Triangle – Arm of God vs. Arm of Flesh
This analogy illustrates the importance of reliance upon God, rather than relying on the arm of flesh. Imagine a triangle, with equal sides, with Heavenly
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The Cracked Foundation and the Sledge Hammer: How to fix a broken marriage
As I have grown to understand the Patriarchal Order and how it relates to the repair of damaged relationships, another story comes to mind. This
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Double Burn Victim Scenario
It is not uncommon for me to work with a couple who is experiencing what I call the Double Burn Victim Scenario. Imagine two people
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Shaken Pop Bottle Syndrome
When women first come into WORTH, for many it is the first time they are facing the trauma of betrayal of their loved one. Some
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Pioneer Woman Mode and Packing Your Wagon
Pioneer Woman ModePioneer Woman mode embodies the sacrifice that Mormon Utah Pioneer women made. These women were thrust from their homes, often with their children
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Parable of the Southern Belle
This story could take place anywhere, but it works best for me if I imagine a father sitting on the front porch of his plantation style home
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Hit by a Truck Analogy
We use an analogy of being hit by a truck to illustrate what a woman experiences and her healing process, upon discovering of, or a
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Barnacle Self-Care Analogy
When an individual discovers that their spouse has been viewing pornography or acting out with sexual misconduct, they often experience betrayal trauma. They may struggle
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Lust Addiction – Tree Analogy
( from www.RowboatandMarbles.org by Andrew) Imagine a tree with deep roots running into the ground. The Roots: The base of the tree and it’s roots
