Unpack the tangled realities of toxic relationships with this raw, thoughtful conversation between Pastor Mike and Amber Albee Swenson. They challenge the casual use of “toxic,” sharing real stories of emotional sabotage, relentless criticism, and the silent damage that wears on your spirit and mental health. Pastor Mike and Amber go beyond buzzwords to explore how to recognize when a relationship crosses from difficult to damaging, the biblical basis for setting firm boundaries, and the courage it takes to step away—even when it feels like betrayal. 

We are pressing pause on "Little Things" this month to give our staff a much-needed rest. In the meantime, we're introducing you to "Taboo Talk," a monthly podcast conversation from Amber and Pastor Mike from his podcast "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny." They talk about topics many Christians don't want to talk about. We hope you enjoy these conversations. 

Want to hear more taboo topics? Search for "Taboo Questions With Pastor Mike Novotny" wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Amber wants to hear from you! If you have feedback or ideas, drop her a line at amber@timeofgrace.org