How Christian Women Resist Oppression in Their Marriages [328]

So many of you come to me and say things like, "Natalie, I was such a doormat. I just stood there and let it all happen." Listen up, beautiful butterfly: You didn’t “just stand there.” You were resisting the entire time , and no one told you that’s what it was. Until now. In this episode, I shine a flashlight on the small but powerful acts of resistance Christian women pull off daily in emotionally and spiritually abusive marriages. We’re talking journal-hiding, secret-crying, sanity-preserving, Jesus-whispering defiance that deserves a standing ovation—but probably got met with church lady side-eye instead. Here’s what you’ll learn: What resistance really looks like Why keeping your mouth shut can be a power move How even the tiniest choice—like skipping his coffee—can be the first domino to freedom Why the culture you were raised in trained you to erase your own bravery—and how we’re done with that now Read the show notes and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: This podcast script is inspired by Allan Wade’s article, “ Small Acts of Living: Everyday Resistance to Violence and Other Forms of Oppression. ” Some related Flying Free Podcast episodes you may enjoy: “ Should a Christian Wife Submit to an Abusive Husband? ” and “ An Emotional Recovery Tool That Changes Everything .”