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Let Them See Your Scars: How I Learned to Lead Out of Healing
Wendell Moss writes about learning at a young age that to be a compelling and effective leader means not letting anyone see your scars.
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Dissociation and Shame in Spiritual Abuse
Dan Allender and Rachael Clinton discuss how spiritual abuse shames and manipulates our bodies, fostering deep dissociation and toxic shame.
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Masculinity, Small Groups, and Internalized Assumptions
Wendell Moss reflects on the assumptions he has encountered—from himself and others—as both a facilitator and participant in groups.
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Enigmas, Shame, and the Myth of the Strong Silent Type
Beau Denton writes about the shallow promises of the strong silent type, and the need for connection even when we are not doing well.
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Body Sonnets
Heather Stringer explores the prophetic and artful ways that the body reflects God’s affirmation of and delight in us—a vital, beautiful reminder for many.
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Not Doing Well, Part Two
Dan and Rachael discuss the painful but essential act of allowing the Spirit to contend with us through the love of others when we are not doing well.
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Not Doing Well, Part One
Dan Allender and Rachael Clinton discuss not doing well, and the familiar messages that we need to power through, keep our guard up, and not be truly seen.
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