Escaping an Emotionally Abusive Marriage Part 3: Help to Get Out and Get Safe | Ep. 610

Awesome Marriage Podcast

Today we are sharing the final episode with Kathy McAtee Young and her story of finding safety after decades in an abusive marriage. In this episode Kathy shares some of the barriers that prevent spouses in abusive marriages from seeking safety and help, ways to begin moving out of the abusive relationship, and the ways healing begins afterward.

Don’t miss the conclusion to Kathy’s story. We pray this episode is helpful for you and your marriage.

Episode highlights include:

• Reasons that abused spouse don’t trust their own judgment

• Steps to get out of an abusive marriage

• Is it ever appropriate to intervene if you believe someone is being abused?

• What the process of healing looks like after you get safe

*Music for this podcast is created by Noah Copeland. Check him out here!

QUOTES

• “One of the hallmarks of an unsafe relationship is confusion.” - Kathy McAtee Young

• “God sees you. He cares. And he is faithful.” - Kathy McAtee Young

• “We don’t want your pity. Compassion, yes. There is a difference.” - Kathy McAtee Young

• “Healing is a lifestyle, not a finish line.” - Kathy McAtee Young

• “When you can name it, then you can process it.” - Kathy McAtee Young

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline : [phone] https://www.thehotline.org/

• Visit Kathy’s website to learn about the helpful resources and services she offers

• Kathy can also be reached for coaching on Instagram

• This previous episode explains a Biblical perspective on abuse

• Lies That Keep You With Your Abuser with Dr. David E Clarke | Ep. 541