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EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 11 MIN

Words That Bruise: How to Know You’re in an Emotionally Abusive Marriage

from The Thriving Family

Welcome to The Thriving Family, a Focus on the Family Canada podcast.In today’s episode, we are tackling a deeply personal issue – emotional abuse in marriage. Words don’t leave physical marks, but they bruise the spirit. This episode is full of practical advice and insights from marriage experts to help work through this daunting topic. While we recognize that men are also victims of emotional abuse, we hear from women more often which is why that dynamic is described this episode. That being said, these principles apply whether it's the wife or husband who is the victim of emotional abuse.Please note that reference to the individuals and organizations quoted does not constitute a blanket endorsement of either the individuals’ external work or their respective organizations.Episode notes:Read a related article here: “Words that bruise: Are you emotionally abusive?”https://www.focusonthefamily.ca/content/words-that-bruise-are-you-emotionally-abusiveThe Emotionally Destructive Relationship by Leslie Vernickhttps://shop.focusonthefamily.ca/The-Emotionally-Destructive-RelationshipUnderstanding Abuse digital booklethttps://info.focusonthefamily.ca/understanding-abuseUnpacking Biblical Separation and Divorce video serieshttps://info.focusonthefamily.ca/unpacking-biblical-separation-and-divorceUnderstanding Abuse in Marriage video serieshttps://info.focusonthefamily.ca/understanding-abuse-in-marriageFree, one-time consultation with a registered counsellor at Focus on the Family Canada over the phone. Give our head office a call at 1-800-661-9800 to request a consult.© 2013 Focus on the Family (Canada) Association. All rights reserved. 

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