{"title":"Dr Lisa Oakley","description":"\u003cp\u003eDr Lisa Oakley’s work explores the complexities of mental health and personal wellbeing, with a compassionate focus on healing from emotional and spiritual trauma. Her writing offers insightful guidance for those navigating difficult experiences and seeking clarity beyond distress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect thoughtful, well-researched books that address sensitive issues with care and depth, inviting readers to reflect on recovery and resilience within the broader context of \u003cem\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Wellness\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"escaping-the-maze-of-spiritual-abuse-by-dr-lisa-oakley-9780281081318","title":"Escaping the Maze of Spiritual Abuse","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAuthority and rigour ... great generosity and gentleness. The authors diagnose a critical problem in the church and offer practical advice on how to fix it.\u003c\/em\u003e - Andrew Graystone, theologian, broadcaster and communications consultant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery time he wanted me to do something, he would quote scripture... I couldn't argue with scripture, it was like arguing with God.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe term 'spiritual abuse' is widely used across the Christian community. But what is it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes spiritual abuse involves leaders misusing their position, but ministers can also be the victims. Common factors include control through misuse of scripture, claims to divine authority, pressure to conform, and enforced accountability. Individuals may be isolated, and compelled to secrecy and silence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on a combination of extensive research, individual testimonies, and years of hands-on experience, Lisa Oakley and Justin Humphreys describe clearly the nature of spiritual abuse, and the best ways of countering it. Recovery is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut - how do we prevent spiritual abuse in the first place? What can leaders do to create safer places? Is there a link between theological ideas and harmful behaviours? How can leaders create opportunities for spiritual and emotional flourishing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDr Lisa Oakley has researched spiritual abuse in the Christian faith in the UK since 2003. Justin Humphreys is chief executive of the safeguarding charity thirtyone: eight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"John Wiley and Sons Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602943459564,"sku":"9780281081318","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780281081318-escaping-the-maze-of-spiritual-abuse.jpg?v=1778050123"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/dr-lisa-oakley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}