The Christian Single Moms Podcast: Recent Episodes
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I believe every single mom can discover a life of peace, power, and purpose- and that you can do it right through the things God is carrying you through in your season as a single mom.
On The Christian Single Moms Podcast, we talk about all the things that matter to a single mom- divorce, domestic violence & abuse, parenting, emotional healing, relationships, dating, and spiritual well-being. Learn more at PlusOneParents.org
Sometimes you may become so overwhelmed by a distressing experience that figuring out where to begin your healing process seems too daunting.
In this episode, I'm discussing the role of resources & support in initiating the process of repair, and how to incorporate spiritual "scaffolding" into an approach that invites not just repair in the present, but also restoration of the past.
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Triggered traumas and intrusive thoughts can leave you feeling profoundly fearful and alone. Regulation techniques can help calm the nervous system, but an underlying sense of loneliness and vulnerability may remain.
In this episode, I share about the role of relationships in regulating emotions, and how an early lack of support can cause distress into adulthood. Also, I share ways to incorporate your relationship with God into a regulation experience that not only deepens your sense of peace, but invites healing into wounds of emotional misattunement, abandonment, abuse, and neglect.
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We often think of the spiritual part of ourselves as being separate from our body/mind/emotions; but the truth is we are experiencing spiritual realities in our natural being –
And that includes spiritual warfare.
In this episode, I share about the role of spiritual warfare in mental and emotional distress, and what it looks like to incorporate spiritual care into a holistic approach to addressing triggers and intrusive thoughts.
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When you feel hopeless, it may seem like there's no way you'll ever find hope (and there's definitely no way you'll figure out how to "make it happen."
But what if that's exactly where hope is found?
In this episode, I'm sharing about a time when I felt like I was coming apart at the seams, and how God helped me to understand this is exactly the place where He unties us from our pain and tethers us to His never-ending goodness.
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We've all made choices that we regret, and sometimes those choices have hurt the people we love in ways that seem to be beyond repair.
In this episode, I'm sharing about a situation just like this, and the unexpected way God revealed He truly is bigger (and better) than our mistakes.
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Okay, so last week I talked about learning to be vulnerable with safe people- but for me, that's not really where learning to be vulnerable started.
It didn't start with friends or family- it started with my Father.
This week I'm sharing about what it looks like to be vulnerable in a relationship with God, and the healing that comes when we are really honest with Him.
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Do you hate asking for help? Asking for help can be a humiliating experience, and receiving it can feel even worse.
In this episode, I share an experience where I had to face the shame of opening myself up to receive help, and what it taught me about the beautiful way God pours out His love on us through safe people.
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Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned
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"God, I need people." I prayed this desperate prayer in a season of loneliness and isolation, when NOTHING I did to find community was working out.
I asked- and God answered (and NOT in the way I expected).
In this episode, I'm sharing how God used a 1600-mile move to change more than just my zip code, and what He did to teach me more about hearing (and being heard by) Him.
In This Episode
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How involved do you think God is when it comes to what you need? Or what you want?
In this episode, I share what God showed me about our needs and wants, and how much more we gain when we trust Him to provide.
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Okay, you may know you need a break, but you might not be sure how to get one. With all you have going on, it may not seem possible (or responsible), and even if you got a break, you may not feel like you'd be in the headspace to actually enjoy it.
In this episode I want to share with you a little bit about what I learned about rest during my podcast hiatus, and how you can sneak in special moments of rest- even when you can't get away.
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The holidays can be kind of a mixed bag.
This time of year can be full of high hopes and dashed dreams. Emotions run high – and not just our own. With the intensity of the season, it can be hard to figure out what you need while supporting the needs of the people in your life.
In this episode, I share how I learned to understand my own needs at the holidays, and how you can create a strategy that will allow you to move at a relaxed pace with the ones you love this holiday season.
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Do you tend to brace for the worst?
Sometimes we think we're being diligent, that we're being prepared. But what if we're not actually preparing but panicking?
In this episode, I share about my own tendency to worry about the future, and how you can enjoy today without bracing for fear of the future.
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Can you say 'no'?
Sometimes we say 'yes' to everything because we want to be seen as dependable and reliable. We like being the one people can count on – and we like how that makes us feel.
It makes us feel like we matter.
But what what if you already matter? What if your significance isn't tied to how much you do for other people at all?
In this episode, I share how I discovered I had a problem with saying 'no,' and how being forced into a season of 'no' actually helped me get free from trouble that people pleasing inevitably causes.
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The strange thing about insecurity is the more we try to control it, the more it ends up controlling us.
Insecurities are built on lies, and while there might be one big one you are aware of, often there are dozens of little ones that go with it.
Which makes untangling them like untangling a knotted necklace. Ugh.
In this episode, I share about the unexpected way I discovered the web of lies beneath my own insecurities, and how shifting what you choose to agree with puts you on the fast track to freedom from it all.
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We often think of the storms of life as the circumstances outside of us.
But what do you do when the storm is inside?
Our thought lives can be really stormy. Obsessions, worries, and intrusive thoughts can cause us to feel like we are at the mercy of our minds.
Is there a way to make it all stop?
In this episode, I share my own struggles with troubling thoughts and finding freedom in my mind. Also, I talk a little about the role of strongholds and spiritual warfare in our thoughts, and discuss what you can do to fight back.
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"Why?" It's a question we all ask.
Why did this have to happen? Why is this my story? Why can't my life be like everyone else's?
We can get frustrated and discouraged when the answers don't come. And yet, not getting answers isn't necessarily a bad thing.
We can get fixated with getting all the answers. We read books, go to seminars, or Google, "What does it mean when..."
But if you got the answers, would you actually feel better? What if answers aren't actually what you need?
In this episode, I share a little about my own journey with grasping for answers, and how in not getting the answers, I discovered what we all need instead.
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Do you feel like you're carrying it all in your relationships?
You're doing what you can - walking on eggshells, trying to make things easier for them - but it only seems to get harder for you.
You feel trapped- like there's nothing you can do to change things.
It's true- you can't change them. But you can change you.
In this episode, I share what I learned about correcting one-sided relationships, and what you can do to deal with people who are hard to love.
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If setting boundaries (or sticking to them) is hard for you, it's probably because of THIS one thing:
You're trying to "keep the peace."
When we don't have good boundaries, it's usually because we want to avoid conflict, or avoid losing a relationship. But If you have to work so hard to "keep the peace," do you even have real peace in the first place?
In this week's episode, I share why we often strive to "keep the peace," and what happens when we stop all that and experience Jesus' true, lasting peace. I also discuss how knowing His peace helps us find relationships where we can share peace, and deal with relationships where peace isn't shared.
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We've all heard the expression, "Feel your feelings."
But what if feeling your feelings just seems pointless? What if they seem to be in the way and will just end up holding you back?
I know the feeling (no pun intended) all too well.
In this episode, I'm sharing what God taught me about feeling feelings and what He does through them to give us the break we desperately need.
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At the beginning, setting boundaries can feel not just uncomfortable, but wrong. So how can we get it right?
The good news is learning to set boundaries doesn't actually start with other people. It starts with you.
In this episode, Michelle talks about what boundaries really protect and how to start establishing boundaries with yourself so you can more confidently set boundaries with other people.
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When the bottom falls out, all of us inevitably end up asking this question:
Is God good?
It's a big thing we each have to wrestle with, but the way we move through it is actually bite-sized. In this episode, Michelle shares how she worked through a season of questioning God's goodness, and how taking her questions straight to God revealed the answers she was longing for.
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Do you ever feel like God is mad at you? Like you can never do enough to please Him?
So often when we feel disconnected from God, we do things to try to close the gap. But somehow it never seems to be enough. It seems we'll never measure up.
But what if the things you're doing to reconnect with God are only adding to the disconnection?
Today I'm letting you in on a time in my life when I felt this very same sense of disconnection, and how God showed me HE closes the gap. I also share one simple breakthrough that will allow you to finally believe and know that you ARE deeply loved by God.
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For the longest time after my divorce, I constantly wondered if my life could ever be good again. Do you know what I mean?
There was a time when things seemed to be "fine"- until they weren't. And I wanted so desperately to get back there.
But you know what I found out? Things were never "fine."
And you know what else? "Fine" is actually not good enough.
God wants you and me to be more than fine.
Michelle shares what's been going on the last few months, and what the new name of the podcast means for you on your journey towards healing, restoration, and wholeness.
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Yes, I bought a wedding dress. No, I am not engaged. Michelle opens up about her journey of waiting to be married, why she bought a wedding dress, and what it means if you are in the middle of a season of waiting on God too.
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We've all heard the verse, "What you meant for evil, God meant for good," but sometimes, we just don't see how that could be possible in our own lives. Nicole Unice shares how Scripture can help us understand what God is doing in our difficult circumstances, and how the stories of others can help us believe that God is remaking our own lives and bringing good through our challenges as well.
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Do you think of yourself as especially compassionate and loyal? Are you frustrated with others who don't seem to return the favor? You may have fallen for the trap of toxic loyalty.
Michelle discusses toxic loyalty (also called toxic empathy) and how it often is a challenge for those who are gifted in generosity and mercy. She shares the common weak spots that lead to toxic loyalty, and how to adjust your patterns to move away from one-sided relationships and move towards mutually beneficial ones.
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Every abuse survivor eventually asks themselves, "Why didn't I see this? How did I miss this?" Once a survivor becomes aware that what they have experienced is abuse, what often follows is a flood of conflicting emotions like fear and shame over not having realized it sooner. Stacey Womack from Abuse Recovery Ministry Services shares why victims don't often recognize they are in an abusive dynamic and why they struggle to find the support they need, especially from the church.
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The hurt and loss we experience in life can destroy our dreams, and cause us to think maybe we just have to take what we can get. Stefanie & Caleb Rouse share how brokenheartedness can cause us to shut down our hearts and start to settle for less than what we really desire.
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Do your relationships seem to be nothing but an endless trail of toxicity? Michelle discusses how we get sucked into the wrong relationships without realizing it, and why we tolerate toxicity when we don't have to. She also shares 4 snares that may be drawing you into toxic and abusive relationships, and reveals how to avoid attracting toxic people in the future.
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Culture is full of messaging that tells us we can do anything we put our minds to – and yet somewhere along the line, we begin to see that this is just not true. When the circumstances of our lives leave us feeling like we're falling short, the resulting shame and disappointment can be overwhelming. Becky Beresford shares how common cultural expressions meant to empower us can actually leave us feeling very disempowered. She explains how much of the messaging we hear in culture teaches us to be self-dependent, and how liberating it is when weakness and limitation bring us to God-dependency.
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For many coming to terms with an abusive relationship, there is often a stage in which you wonder, "How did I get here in the first place?" Michelle discusses the early stages of the abusive dynamic with survivor Tricia Lott Williford and therapist Jana Richardson MA LPC EMDR. They delve into the grooming tactics many abusers use to manipulate and deceive their victims, and highlight what you can do to avoid being drawn in by an abuser again.
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When you've been in a long season of spiritual pain, you may begin to wonder if God is punishing you. It's not uncommon in suffering to begin questioning your faith and wrestling with what you believe. Dr. Alicia Britt Chole shares about the experience of disillusionment we experience in dark nights of the soul, and illuminates that the questions we have about God are not a failure of faith, but are a method by which faith grows. She also shares how God works through our tendency to seek answers to bring us into a deeper relationship with Him grounded in honesty, safety, trust, and love.
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Do you ever wonder if prayer even matters? In difficult seasons, we may struggle with the feeling that prayer is pointless- we may think, "Isn't God just going to do what He's going to do anyway?" Michelle shares about a dark season when she wrestled with trusting God and how prayer played a huge role in helping her get unstuck.
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Hardships and suffering can knock us down so hard that we just get tired of having to get back up again. But what if it doesn't all depend on us? Lina Abujamra shares how resiliency doesn't really depend on us doing more, but rather on simply learning to abide in the love of God for us as He works through our weaknesses. She also talks about how suffering frees us from a dependency on our own performance so we can instead experience what it is to be loved as children of God.
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Waiting seasons can get long and the ache of unmet longing can often be too much to deal with. What do we do when God hasn't answered our prayers? Rachel Miller shares the importance of allowing longings to exist, and how to deal with times when the discouragement is overwhelming. She also discusses what God is doing through these seasons of hoping and waiting, and why God doesn't take the desires of our hearts away (even if we ask Him to).
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Most of us have a smartphone so we can stay connected, yet they may actually be making loneliness worse. Dr. Darren Whitehead discusses the impact of smartphones on your mental, emotional, & spiritual well-being, and how distraction devices worsen anxiety and loneliness. He shares how a digital fast can recalibrate your attention span, boost the quality of your relationships, and restore your spiritual vitality in the Lord.
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Unlearning codependent behaviors often means identifying how you learned them in the first place. And while often family of origin issues are a major factor, sometimes our religious contexts can also be part of the problem. Michelle discusses 5 Bible verses that are often misquoted and misapplied that teach us to tolerate toxic and abusive treatment. She discusses why these verses often don't mean what we have been told they do, and points to Scriptures that actually encourage us to avoid harmful people.
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Whether you're in an unhealthy relationship right now or you're worried about being in another one, it's not uncommon to wonder "Is this person toxic or are they abusive?" Michelle discusses the differences and similarities of toxic behavior and abusive behavior, and why we struggle to know the difference. More importantly, Michelle shares how toxicity and abuse differ from healthy relationships, and what you can do to move towards them.
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Many of us have times in our lives when we rely on formulas in our faith, clinging to the belief that, "If I do all the right things, everything will be okay." Yet, when we face a crisis we realize that those formulas don't hold up under the realities of suffering in this life. Kristen LaValley shares how suffering and doubt served to mold her faith, and how a crisis pregnancy developed her ability to trust God. She also shares how to find the courage to deal with doubts, and how to notice God speaking hope over you in times of chaos.
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When we're in a challenging time of life, it can be hard to imagine that there's much more beyond all of this. Jeff Simmons shares how each of us can not only find life beyond our current circumstances but can live an extraordinary life, available to all of us in Jesus. He shares how the way the world defines extraordinary is different than the way God defines it, and discusses how the devil uses fear to cause us to shrink down from what God has for us. He also gives suggestions for pursuing life beyond what we know right now, and how you can hear God's voice to discern just where He is leading you.
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If you struggle to trust God, you're not alone. So often when you've experienced significant hurt and trauma, it's not uncommon to feel disconnected, distrustful, and maybe even fearful of God. Michelle discusses the value of inner healing prayer in healing this disconnect, and client Rhonda Velez shares her powerful encounter with Jesus during her inner healing prayer session. Rhonda also shares how Jesus helped her to identify blockages to her healing she was not aware existed, and discusses how He guided her through a forgiveness experience that gave her the courage to move forward into the future.
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We all know we are supposed to give, but sometimes it seems like forgiving someone is letting them get away with what they did. Michelle discusses what forgiveness really is and discusses how forgiving someone doesn't require forgetting the truth about what they've done to you. She also gives insight into how forgiveness can help you transcend endless conflicts and power struggles, so you can live free in your heart and mind. She also shares how God can help you rise above the harm you've experienced, that what was meant to hurt you can eventually serve to elevate you.
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While on a healing journey, it's normal to wrestle with doubt. But did you know that doubt is NOT the opposite of faith? That you can doubt well? Alisa Childers gives a deeper understanding of how doubt factors into the growth of faith and explains the differences between doubt vs. deconstruction. She also explains spiritual warfare as a battle of ideas, and shares how honest questioning leads to greater encounters with Jesus– and the truth.
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The word co-dependency is often used in ways that suggest a person is to blame for being mistreated and abused (which is NOT the case). Michelle discusses what co-dependency really is, and discusses why patterns of people-pleasing often result in relationships that are one-sided and unsafe. She shares what the Bible says about mutuality in our relationships, and how to learn to say no to situations where you are being taken advantage of.
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You've done all you know to do to heal mentally and emotionally from trauma. Maybe you've been in therapy, you use deep-breathing techniques, or you try to be mindful of your thoughts. But when you hit a wall in your healing, you may wonder- "Is this as good as it's going to get?"
While all of these approaches are beneficial to understanding and treating suffering, Michelle shares the reason why they aren't enough to transcend it (and what you can do about it).
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Shame is that nagging little voice that continually tells you that you're not good enough, that you need to try harder to be loved. So how do we tell it to shut up? Michelle shares her journey of discovering hidden shame through the impact it was having on her relationships. She discusses how Jesus' example of facing down shame can help us live above the lies and find freedom from shame in our own lives.
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It seems there's always something that will try to steal your hope, to get you to give up on the idea that things can ever be better. But does it have to be this way? Is there a way to take our hope back?
It all starts with realizing hope is not a feeling but rather a perspective – a viewpoint that can help us set our sights above what our thoughts, feelings, and circumstances are telling us. Michelle discusses the side-by-side nature of hardship and hope, and shares a key way you can acknowledge your current experience AND set your sights on what still can be.
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In dry times, the Bible has much encouragement for us- but we often miss much of it when we don't understand the Bible's Middle Eastern context. Ashley Wilkerson offers new insight into Psalm 23 and discusses how an awareness of Middle Eastern shepherding culture gives us a clearer view of God's heart for us in our personal wilderness seasons. She also exposes misunderstandings of several of the text's metaphors to realign our minds with the truth this passage conveys.
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For some of us, year-after-year-after-year the Christmas season has been such a let down. It can be so annoying/depressing/frustrating when everyone else is celebrating and you're feeling anything but joyful.
Michelle shares her "worst Christmas ever" story and reveals what it taught her about manufactured joy, disappointment, and experiencing true goodness at the holidays.
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It's human nature to want control. But when we face circumstances beyond our influence, we have to deal with the fact that it's not all up to us. When things seem out of control, we have to answer the question- "Can I trust God to be in control?" Lauren & Michael McAfee share their journey through infertility, adoption, cancer, and loss, and how they've had to come to terms with believing in the goodness of God in situations that did not always seem good. They also share how to begin believing in what we don't yet see, and how to experience closeness with God through the things that don't make sense.
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Mentorship is a HUGE component of a healing process, but finding one can be awkward and uncomfortable. Michelle and her mentee, Nina, share how God brought them together to begin a mentorship relationship and they discuss how to deal with the discomfort of seeking out a mentor. They also share the benefits of mentorship that therapy doesn't always offer, and provide practical steps for discerning if someone is a good mentor for you.
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Ugh, anxiety – the feeling like the other shoe is always about to drop. Anxiety can be debilitating because it feels endless, like something you’ll never beat. However, it is possible to turn the tide and find yourself on the winning side. Michelle shares her lifelong struggles with anxiety (unhealthy coping, medications, and all) and discusses one small change that can make a huge difference in your emotional well-being.
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If you’ve experienced church hurt or spiritual abuse, it has probably caused you to question what you've believed about God and your relationship to Him. Natalie Runion speaks on the necessity of wandering after experiencing harm, and how disentangling our faith from human rules & constructs helps us discover who Jesus really is. Michelle and Natalie also discuss the damage done to survivors when churches refuse to describe abuse as pure wickedness and share how God helps us rebuild relationships in a community of faith by restoring our dignity and voice.
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Do you resent having to be "The Strong One?" You may love the fact that people can count on you, while secretly loathing it at the same time. Michelle shares how "being strong" backfires on us, resulting in anxiety, joylessness, and the sinking sense that you've lost yourself. She discusses how to see strength differently, and shares how one shift can get you on a new path, thriving as God intends you to.
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Many Christians find the Bible hard to read, and even harder to understand. Alex Goodwin shares how the typical, academic approach to Scripture gives us an incomplete experience with the Bible (and prevents us from receiving the comfort and hope it is meant to provide). He discusses how adjusting the way that we intake Scripture can open us up to a world of wonder as begin to see the Kingdom of God breaking forth in our woundedness.
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"God is mad at me. He's trying to teach me a lesson." Ever had these thoughts before? In this episode, Michelle talks about the reasons why you may think of God as demanding, distant, or disinterested. She shares how these thoughts are connected to the adults who raised us, and reveals how you can begin to rediscover God as He truly is.
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Do you feel taken advantage of or overlooked in your relationships? When you don't get back what you pour in, you're likely to feel confused, angry, or rejected. Dr. Morgan Cutlip shares why you may have the tendency to put your needs in the back seat when it comes to relationships, and what you can do to experience more satisfaction in your connections with yourself and others.
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Do you ever feel like you know too much? When you can't unsee the truth, it can be frightening when you hold all the pieces of your past but don't know what to do with them. In this episode, Michelle shares why knowing too much at once can stall your healing, and discusses how one simple practice can lead to the breakthrough you're looking for.
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Some of us have experienced trauma and don't even know it, while for others of us the word trauma is all too familiar. In this first episode of The Truth & Our Trauma, Michelle explains how a car accident led to an awareness of the spiritual aspects of recovering from trauma and why it matters for all of us, whether we think we've experienced trauma or not.
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Does your ex keep putting your kids in the middle? As if co-parenting wasn’t hard enough, it’s even worse when the other parent is badmouthing you or providing your kids with information they shouldn’t have. You may want to defend yourself or tell your kids your side of the story, but Michelle discusses why that often is not the best move. Michelle shares what you can do to take your kids out of the middle and deal with someone who is emotionally manipulating your children.
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Is someone in your life spreading lies about you? Whether it's an ex or others around you spreading false information and gossip, it's natural that you'd want to share your side and set the record straight. But what do you do when everything you attempt seems to make the situation worse? What if they're getting away with saying things that are not true - how can you defend yourself? Michelle shares why our initial reactions to being slandered can actually perpetuate the problem, and how Jesus responded when placed in similar circumstances. She also shares what to do in instances when you still have to interact with someone who is committed to continually verbally attacking you.
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What are you waiting for? Maybe it's a new home, a godly husband, or healing in a relationship with your child. As single moms we rely on God for a lot, and waiting for Him to move can cause us to wonder if He's doing anything at all. Michelle discusses where God is in seasons of waiting and how you can actually begin see what He still may be up to. She also shares what to do (and not do) when it seems nothing is happening.
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When your ex gets a new girlfriend, a new house, or a new life, you may be left feeling rejected, jealous, and frustrated- especially if you're the one left picking up all the pieces. He may be presenting a picture that looks like his life is bigger and better without you in it, and he may even be doing this with your kids. But when you know you can't compete (or don't want to) how do you deal with being tossed aside?
Michelle discusses the concept of discard, and what it has to do with your child's father moving on so quickly. She also shares how you can be empowered in this kind of situation, without getting caught up in the comparison game.
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Situationships, ghosting, & catfishing- oh my. If you've had these disappointing dating experiences, you know that sometimes it can feel like there are just no good guys to date out there. Michelle discusses why what you're doing might not be working for you when it comes to dating, and how to align yourself to meet a great, godly match.
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Christian women who are being abused stay with their abusers 2.5 years longer than non-Christian women, and one major reason is the distortion of Scripture. Turn the other cheek? Love is patient, love is kind? Michelle talks about commonly misquoted Scriptures that are used to compel abuse victims to stay in abusive relationships and submit to abusive husbands. She discusses why these Scriptures don't mean what people think they do, and one thing you can do today to begin healing from the spiritual abuse and manipulation you've experienced.
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Becoming a single mom can cause us to question everything we think we know about God. And when other people don't seem to be okay with us, it can be hard to know if God is. We may feel forgotten about and rejected, and feel like there's nothing more that God can do with our lives. Michelle discusses where God is in the midst of a life story that didn't go as planned, and what He desires us to know when we have less and are treated like less.
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Raising kids alone forces us to come to terms with the fact that we are one person doing a job that God designed for two. Sometimes it seems like maybe you just don't have what it takes. And despite our best efforts, all the statistics seem to show that the deck is stacked against single moms and their kids- is there anything that can be done?
Michelle discusses how raising a boy as a single mom can especially highlight these challenges, but that these frustrations aren't just limited to boy moms. But she also shares how through the very things we are missing, God steps in to supply what we need to meet the unique needs of all of our children.
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When you already have kids, waiting until you're married (or married again) to have sex can seem pointless. And living together might seem like a good way to make sure your new family will blend well together. With all that is stake, how do we make sure we're doing the right thing?
Michelle discusses God's design for sex and how it sets us up to get not only the most out of sex, but the most out of LIFE. She also shares the factors to consider when blending families. and how to deal with sexual desire as a single woman.
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Being a single mom is overwhelming because, let's face it, you're one person doing the work of two. But if this was just about tasks– like homework, doctor's appointments, court dates, and keeping house– you could probably find a way to deal with the exhaustion. But overwhelm is different. Overwhelm stops us in our tracks; it's when we don't know what we need or how to move forward. It's the feeling you're coming unglued and that everything is falling apart. Michelle describes why the day-to-day makes even the smallest things too much to handle, and what you can do when it all just feels too heavy.
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Is it abuse? It's not uncommon for abuse survivors to miss the signs of abuse – but why does this happen? Michelle talks about the tricks abusers use to keep victims in a fog of confusion, and shares a tool you can use to figure out if you are or have been in a toxic relationship. She discusses why couples counseling with an abuser is a bad idea and what to do when you're afraid to speak up, expecially when no one around you believes you.
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One thing all bad relationships have in common: Unhealthy boundaries. So what do you do when what you're doing isn't working? Michelle explains a simple method for setting healthy boundaries (that Jesus taught His disciples) and suggests what you can do when you feel like a relationship isn't healthy for you. She also shares one thing you can do today to start setting better boundaries (no awkward conversations required).
Loneliness often feels like it's out of our control because let's face it- it involves relationships with other people. But what if it's not out of your control? And what if there's something you can do about feeling forgotten, rejected, and overlooked? Michelle shares about a Valentine's Day date gone bad, and what it revealed about the connection between loneliness and toxic relationships. She also shares how one shift of thinking can prepare you for a healthy relationship and keep you from settling for someone who's not a good match for you.
How do you love someone who is hurting you? Jesus told us that we would have enemies– people who are actively trying to hurt us– but He also told us to love them. But what if your ex is your enemy? What if you've done all you can, but being nice to them just hasn't worked? Michelle shares why being nice to your enemies doesn't work, and the one thing you should do instead to love your enemies (without being treated like a doormat).
Becoming part of a church community can be difficult and triggering. Church abuse and other negative experiences can leave us feeling like we don't belong. Ericka Andersen discusses the process of healing from traumatic church experiences and how to find a community where you belong. She discusses the importance of both pulling away from a hurtful situation to process pain and later re-engaging in spiritual community, and offers guidance in how to find people you can be safe and vulnerable with.
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Burnout. We've all felt it. There's so much we have to do (and sometimes with so little) that it sucks the joy right out of life. Jennifer Watson talks with us about the connection between burnout and the expectations placed on us (and the ones we place on ourselves). She discusses how to rediscover joy in taking a step back to reassess what things we are called to and what things need to come off of our plates. She also shares how to say "no" and deal with the disappointment others will inevitably feel when we make our own needs a priority.
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Victims often have a hard time having their voices heard, especially in a church environment where hurt has happened. Dr. Scot McKnight shares what safe churches look like, and how churches with what he calls a "goodness culture" respond to the wounded and marginalized. He also discusses telltale signs of unsafe churches and leaders, and what to take note of if you are trying to find a new church home for the first time. Scot also offers encouragement for victims of abuse who want to share their stories but aren't sure if it's safe to do so.
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Mixed emotions, anyone? Hurt and loss make the holidays super complicated, and figuring out how to be grateful in the midst of all of it can feel so overwhelming and unfair. Michelle addresses a listener question asking "How can I be grateful when all I feel is grief?"
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Grief is hard to work through when we don't understand it. And it often seems that no matter what we try, both our everyday lives and the holidays are full of triggers that keep bringing our grief to the forefront. Clarissa Moll shares why the traditional thinking of grief as stages or a journey isn't helpful, and instead offers an understanding of grief that helps us extend more compassion and grace to ourselves. She discusses the difference between "moving on" and "moving forward" and provides practical tips for dealing with grief during the holiday season.
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Figuring out what our boundaries are can be difficult, and actually setting them can be even harder. Lysa TerKeurst explains boundaries as an essential part of God's design for healthy relationships, and shares a simple method for establishing your own boundaries in any situation. She discusses why a lack of boundaries can cause us to lose ourselves in unhealthy relationships, and how the anxiety we may have around setting boundaries can actually help us move forward with them.
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Confronting brokenness and pain from the past can be emotionally exhausting work. Sometimes it seems that the past is too painful to dig into, or that the pain just won't end. Toni Collier shares her journey through brokenness, and describes how God supplies us with the courage to heal from traumatic experiences (even when we feel like we just can't do it or aren't making any progress).
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Sometimes we may not even know we're doing it, but oversharing is a risky habit that can leave us pretty vulnerable. Michelle and Kelli talk about the roots of oversharing, the connection to rejection and wounding, and how changing this habit can help you find safe people and healthy relationships.
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Have you ever found yourself feeling rejected and disqualified? Like maybe God can't do anything with your life now? Samira Dean shares her testimony, and in the process reveals the connection between identity and purpose. She explains how Satan attacks our identity early on in life, and how feelings of rejection keep us from stepping into the purposes that God has planned for us. Samira shares how God set her free from the bondage of rejection, and how in fulfilling our purposes we ourselves experience fulfillment in Christ.
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E134-Take Back Your Life: The Spiritual Warfare of Single Motherhood with Jennifer Maggio
E129- He Calls You Beloved: How the Fruit of the Spirit Reveals Who God Is to Us, and Who We Are to Him with Jessica Thompson
Managing our time and emotions is overwhelming for single moms, especially when we're parenting and managing a household on our own. Rachel Norman shares how boundaries can look with our kids, and why we need them to be more responsive to our own needs and our kids' needs. She explains how boundaries can help us take the pressure off of ourselves (hello Mom Guilt!), heal well, and model the behaviors we want our kids to pick up on.
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E128- Emotional Regulation 101: Taking the Guesswork Out of Reading Your Child's Signals & Knowing How to Respond with Cherilyn Orr
E72- Setting Boundaries: Improve Your Relationships & Boost Your Emotional Health with Dr. Alison Cook
Abuse survivors often struggle to find the support they need from their church communities, and may also find themselves isolated or further victimized when they try to speak up. Mary DeMuth shares how Scripture reveals the godly reponse to abuse, and explains how misinterpretations of Scripture have led to a lack of appropriate victim care in many churches. She discusses why safe relationships are so crucial to the healing process, and how victims can find a safe congregation when their own no longer feels like home.
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E116- Is Abuse Grounds for Divorce? with Michelle Donnelly
E112- Decoding the Narcissist: Exposing the Faces of Narcissism to find Freedom from Emotional & Spiritual Abuse with Chuck DeGroat
Establishing some kind of normalcy after a divorce or significant relationship loss takes a long time, and often longer than we'd like. But how long is too long? Is there a way to speed it up? In this episode, Michelle and special guest Kelli Trontel discuss this listener question.
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Overthinking plagues many of us, and you may even have a child struggling with the same habit. Jon Acuff and his teenage daughters, LE & McRae, share strategies for overcoming overthinking that you can practice along with your kids. They explain why many affirmations and mantras don't work, and discuss ways to get your new "soundtracks" to stick.
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E114- Grieving & Letting Go: The Role of Acknowledging Pain in Embracing Your Future with Dr. John Delony
E101- Storywork: Finding Freedom from the Pain of Your Past with Karrie Garcia
Our insecurities can be so deeply rooted that we find ourselves wondering if we can ever feel confident in who we are. Amanda Pittman discusses the spiritual roots of insecurity, and shares how toxic relationships can distort our view of God and ourselves. She explains what a confidence centered in Christ looks like, and how to develop a confidence that can't be shaken.
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E126- Face Off With Your Feelings: How Confronting Past Pain Opens the Door to Emotional Safety and Wholeness with Jessica Hottle
E111- Believing Who God Says You Are (& How It Changes Everything) with Aubrey Sampson
While on a healing journey, there are times when we feel stuck or like we're not as far along as we should be. Sometimes, we don't even really know where we are going or how to get beyond where we are now. Evan and Jenny Owens clarify common misconceptions about the healing process, and explain how to remove roadblocks so you can discover levels of transformation you may have never imagined were possible.
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E125- Children, Trauma, & Abuse: Helping Your Child Recover When You're Healing Too with Justin Holcomb
E90- Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion & Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
This episode is the first of a new monthly feature called "POP Questions" where we answer listener questions right here on the podcast. This month's question focuses on the topic, "What do you do when no one has asked you out?" and features special guest, Kelli Trontel.
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Jesus died to rescue us from sin for all eternity, but we don't have to wait until Heaven to experience that victory in our lives. Jennifer Maggio from The Life of a Single Mom shares her personal journey as a single mom, and how God has used the darkest parts of her story to bring her spiritual and emotional freedom. She shares how you can begin to engage in spiritual warfare to break generational patterns and sever soul ties, and take back your life and your family.
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E120- Life Can Be Good Again: Loss & Lack Transformed By the Goodness of God with Lisa Appelo
E118- Distress & Deliverance: Understanding the Heart of God in the Midst of Suffering with Jen Wilkin
When we have lost so much, trusting God can be frightening. We may find ourselves afraid of God and feel that we have to fend for ourselves in life. Joanna Weaver shares how our distrust of God is connected to a spiritual war that has been raging since the beginning, and how the enemy has been using lies and counterfeits to cause us to doubt God's trustworthiness. She discusses how we can let go of the things we are clinging to that give us a temporary sense of relief or control, and how we can begin to discover God's goodness even when things don't look so good.
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E108- It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Soul Rest & Redemption in Encountering the Kindness of God with Dr. Dan Allender
E82- Learning to Trust After Trauma: God, Yourself, & Others with Kristi Blackburn
Most of us are working our way through healing from some kind of sexual wounding, whether the harm came through abuse, a former partner's infidelity, our own choices, and/or improper teachings about sexuality that left us feeling ashamed. Dean Inserra discusses how teachings related to the purity culture movement distorted our understanding of God's design for sex, and shares how a fresh look at the Scriptures can help us both recover from our past wounds and pursue healthy future relationships. Dean also shares how biblical sexuality can help us approach dating in ways that help us experience emotional safety.
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E113- Uncomplicating Dating: How Communication Helps You Grow Through the Awkward & Uncomfortable with Eric Demeter
E76- Healing Sexual Wounds: Moving Toward Sexual Wholeness & Grappling with Single Sexuality with Dr. Juli Slattery
Depression can be debilitating, especially if left untreated. But how can you know if what you or someone you love is experiencing is in fact depression? Dr. Michelle Bengtson describes the symptoms of depression, as well as the root causes. She details a variety of treatment options, and discusses the link between stress, anxiety, and depression. She also dispells the misconception that depression is an issue of faith, and shares how addressing the spiritual roots of depression can lead to lasting joy and freedom.
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E110- Defying Disappointment: Confronting the Fear of Joy & Daring to Dream Again with Nicole Zasowski
E54- The Healing in Feelings: Vulnerability, Connection, & Intimacy with Dr. Chip Dodd
All of us have some kind of wounding when it comes to the ways we were raised. Whether you had overtly neglectful or abusive parents, or parents who had the best of intentions but still passed on unhealthy habits, the wounds we receive impact us and the way we parent our own kids. Christina Fox shares how the way we were parented distorts our image of God, but how correcting that image can help us see more clearly who God truly is as our perfect parent. She also discusses the difference between punishment and discipline, and details how understanding the way God coaches us can help us to set more effective standards with our own kids.
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E127- Making the Most of Imperfect Habits to Intentionally Connect with Your Kids' Hearts with Justin Whitmel Earley
E123- Anger & Acting Out: Parenting Strategies for a Difficult Defiant Child with Kimball Lewis
Often when we are taught about the Fruit of the Spirit, the emphasis is placed us, and how we need to live these things out. But what if we looked at the Fruit of the Spirit as the nature of God Himself? Jessica Thompson shares how examining the Fruit of the Spirit can give us a greater understanding of who God is and how He is moving in our lives. She shares a deeper understanding of God's love and delight in us, and how they can move us through periods of suffering and brokenness and into restoration.
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E111- Believing Who God Says You Are (& How It Changes Everything) with Aubrey Sampson
E108- It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Soul Rest & Redemption in Encountering the Kindness of God with Dr. Dan Allender
When our children are struggling with their emotions, their behaviors can be frustrating, heartbreaking, and even frightening. Knowing how to respond effectively in those instances can be tricky. Cherilyn Orr shares the Stoplight approach to assessing your child's brain state during an emotional episode, and also offers specific responses tailored to meet their needs in these difficult times. She also describes how this tool can be helpful for our own well-being, and discusses the importance of our own emotional regulation to the overall health of our households.
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E123- Anger & Acting Out: Parenting Strategies for a Difficult, Defiant Child with Kimball Lewis
E88- Anxiety In Our Kids: Identifying Worry & Giving Your Child the Tools to Thrive with Sissy Goff
You can have imperfect parenting habits and still be an intentional mom. Justin Whitmel Earley shares how the moments of our everyday schedule can be beautiful (and messy) opportunities to help our kids grow spiritually. He discusses that habits are things we are already doing, and how tiny adjustments can have a tremendous impact on the ways we connect with our children. Justin also provides suggestions you can easily incorporate into any part of your daily routine, from wake ups and family meals to discipline and devotions.
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E102- Helping Kids Cope with the Grief & Loss of Divorce with Lauren Reitsema
E95- Raising Kids Who Bounce Back with Dr. Rhonda Spencer- Hwang
Our feelings can often feel so threatening or overwhelming, but learning to deal with them actually opens the door to so much emotional freedom. Jessica Hottle reveals the function of our feelings, and discusses how they invite us to move towards discovering emotional safety and freedom. She discusses how pain from our past keeps us stuck in the present, but shares how to invite God into your emotional experience to discover lasting healing and transformation. She also discusses the impact this transformation has on all of your relationships, whether in dating, friendships, or in parenting your kids.
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E103- The Path Out of Loneliness with Dr. Mark Mayfield
E79- Are You Really OK? How Getting Honest with Yourself Unlocks Hope & Wholeness with Debra Fileta
Helping a children recover from the traumatic experiences is difficult, but the situation becomes more complex when you're in the midst of your own healing journey as well. Justin Holcomb discusses the impact trauma has on a child, and how their responses to trauma vary by age. He shares how being aware of the effects of trauma can help us respond to our children's unique needs, and to our own. He also highlights the damage trauma does to us spiritually, but explains how an understanding of God's anger at the evil we've endured can be transformational.
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E108- It's Not Supposed to be This Way: Finding Soul Rest & Redemption in Encountering the Kindness of God with Dr. Dan Allender
E80- Fight for Joy: Raising Your Kids with a Legacy of Faith with Rhonda Stoppe
How do you know if you're ready to date? What does that mean? And what if everything you've tried to "put yourself out there" just hasn't seemed to work? Stephanie May Wilson shares what it means to be ready to date, and how to take small steps toward situations that feel frightening or uncomfortable. She also discusses how a simple mindset shift can improve your online dating experience and how you can meet people to date in real life.
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E89- Meeting Your Match: How to Know What You're Looking for and Date in Ways to Find It with Dr. Christie Kederian
E82- Learning to Trust After Trauma: God, Yourself, & Others with Kristi Blackburn
Sometimes children behave in ways that are out-of-control, and it often can feel like nothing seems to work. Kimball Lewis from Empowering Parents discusses the role of accountability and consequences in discipline, and explains why blaming yourself can actually make the situation worse. He shares why kids lie, manipulate, and explode, and how to coach and reconnect with a child who is exhibiting destructive behaviors.
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E88- Anxiety in our Kids: Identifying Worry & Giving Your Child the Tools to Thrive with Sissy Goff
E66- Responding to Your Kids' Need for Freedom with Dr. Tim Kimmel
Friendships are a part of God's design for our lives, but finding people to do life with isn't always easy. Bailey Hurley discusses what characteristics to look for in friends who are more like family, and how going into friendships with the right expectations can allow everyone involved the room to grow and change over time. She also talks about out to cultivate friendships when you're short on free time, and how to navigate conflict when it arises.
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E113- Uncomplicating Dating: How Communication Helps You Grow Through the Awkward & Uncomfortable with Eric Demeter
E100- Introverts & Extroverts: How Contrasting Strengths Enrich Our Relationships with Holley Gerth
Sometimes it can be hard to answer your kids' questions about God when you're wrestling with questions of your own. Amy Gannett of Tiny Theologians clarifies what discipleship really is, and how our doubts and questions actually can help us better lead our children towards God. She shares how simple routines can create family rhythms of talking about God, and how to go about addressing your kids' questions when you don't know where to find the answers.
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E107- This Is Not Working: Taking the Pressure Off Yourself to Give Your Kids What They Really Need with Crystal Paine
E64- Get More From Reading Your Bible (Even When You're Short on Time) with Brittany Ann
After losing so much, you may find yourself wondering, "Can life ever be good again?" Lisa Appelo, widow and single mother of 7, has wrestled with this same question. She shares how getting honest with God can lead to an encounter with His goodness, and how we can learn to trust Him again after devastation hits. She also discusses the stresses related to lack of provision, and how to work through the discomfort of asking for help to receive what God has for us in the people around us.
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E84- Wrestling with the Word: Finding Faith When Life Falls Apart with Tricia Lott Williford
E81- The Agony of Anger: Relinquishing Revenge and Giving the Fight to God with Rosie Rivera
Parenting alone can be exhausting, and because of that fact, we may find ourselves relying on screens more than we’d like to. Arlene Pellicane discusses the addictive aspects of technology usage and how screens can worsen mental health for everyone in the family. She shares the benefits of reducing screen usage in the home, and how we can use both screentime and screen-free time in ways that promote emotional and spiritual well-being. She also provides a wonderful strategy that gives you a daily downtime without worrying about entertaining your kids.
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E95- Raising Kids Who Bounce Back with Dr. Rhonda Spencer-Hwang
E23- Stopping Online Dangers, Cyberbullying, & Pornography with Parents Who Fight
When we are in the midst of distressing situations, it can be difficult to understand who God is and what He is doing in our lives. Even when deliverance comes, we may still find ourselves struggling and suffering, but for entirely different reasons. Jen Wilkin helps us to understand the heart of God in our suffering through a deep dive into the book of Exodus. She points out how Israel's deliverance out of Egypt parallels our own deliverance from sin, and how God uses our own trials and wanderings to bring us into greater abundance and freedom. Visit JenWilkin.net
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E108- It's Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Soul Rest & Redemption in Encountering the Kindness of God with Dr. Dan Allender
E112- Decoding the Narcissist: Exposing the Faces of Narcissism to Find Freedom from Emotional & Spiritual Abuse
In this minisode, Michelle addresses the topic of forgiveness, and how it relates to anger and healing. She also discusses the issue of reconciliation when trust is broken, and how to actually engage in the process of forgiving someone (especially when you don't feel like it).
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E27- Forgive for Real with Tim Sanford
E28- Forgiveness is Given, Trust is Earned with Tim Sanford
In this minisode, Michelle addresses the question, "Is Abuse Grounds for Divorce?"
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In this minisode, Michelle addresses the question "Does God Hate Divorce?"
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E58- Jesus & Women: Restoring Honor with Kristi McLelland
Grief can be difficult to step into, but it plays a key role in our ability to move into the future. Dr. John Delony explains what grief is, and why it is crucial in recovering from trauma and loss. He describes common ways we avoid grief, and shares practical steps you can take to safely begin the process. John also explains the concept of "letting go," and how grieving prepares us for the future.
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E65- What Your Anxiety is Trying to Tell You with Dr. John Delony
E90- Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion & Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
Dating is often awkward, but it's possible to grow through these situations and discover healthy relationships. Eric Demeter shares how discomfort in dating can teach us to develop better communication skills and show us the kind of person who will make a good partner. He describes the stages of dating and how they can help us establish good boundaries and remain emotionally safe. He also discusses how to evaluate what we want in a relationship, and explains the role of faith in the process.
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E89- Meeting Your Match: How to Know What You're Looking for and Date in Ways to Find it with Dr. Christie Kederian
E87- Dating to Blend: Choices You Can Make Today to Nurture Your Future Family with Ron Deal
Narcissistic abuse is rampant in our society and in our churches. However, naming and exposing narcissism can help us to find freedom from abuse we have already suffered in the past, and protect us (and those we love) from abuse in the future. Chuck DeGroat discusses how to understand narcissism as a spectrum, and reveals nine different ways a narcissist may show up in relationships. Chuck also talks about the role of narcissism in spiritual abuse, and describes how entire church organizations can become narcissistic and spiritually abusive.
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E74- Don't Tolerate Toxicity: When & How to Walk Away from Emotionally Draining People with Gary Thomas
E69- How to Stop Being Manipulated (& Help Your Kids Avoid it Too) with Tim Sanford
Throughout our lives, negative labels put on us by other people (and even ourselves) can distort our sense of identity. Aubrey Sampson shares how "false names" take root, and how God seeks to rename us as we grow in a relationship with Him. She also talks about ways you can discover your namedness in Christ, and how to bring healing to your kids and the people around you in the ways you speak over them.
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E104- Thank You, I'm Sorry, Tell Me More: Words That Hurt, Words That Heal with Dr. Rod Wilson
E91- Your Spiritual Gifts: Experiencing the Power of God in Your Life & Relationships with Ashley Morgan Jackson
The disappointment in our loss and suffering can develop within us a fear of joy. We may find ourselves afraid to celebrate because we are anxious that what we have will be taken from us. Nicole Zasowski describes what's underneath our fear of joy, and discusses how protecting ourselves from future disappointment closes our hearts to joy and delight in the present. She shares common barriers to joy and offers small ways we can begin to embrace celebration in our daily lives. Nicole also touches on the difference between expectation and expectancy, and highlights a single practice that is essential to daring to dream again.
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E94- Encountering God: Discovering the Nearness of God in Your Brokenness with Kelly Minter
E84- Wrestling with the Word: Finding Faith when Life Falls Apart with Tricia Lott Williford
Just because an abusive relationship has ended does not mean the abuse stops. Tina Swithin from One Mom's Battle shares about post separation abuse and describes how abusers use the legal system as another avenue to obtain power and control. She also gives insight into developing a strategic mindset, and offers suggestions for documenting your case, presenting well, and choosing your battles. Visit OneMomsBattle.com Purchase PlusONE Parents’ new devotional, Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned
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E105- Am I Safe? Experiencing Physical, Emotional, & Spiritual Security After Abuse with Sarah McDugal
E92- Parenting with an Abuser: Strategies for Parallel Parenting & Helping Your Children Cope with Joy Forrest
Trauma leaves us with the sense that we don't belong, and that life is not supposed to be this way. Dr. Dan Allender discusses how trauma is a reflection of evil in this world, and how encountering the kindness of God leads to the redemption of our heartache. He shares how our grief and emotions are an invitation into experiencing God's kindness, and how the Lord's gentleness leads us away from trauma responses that are deepening our pain. He also guides us in understanding how doing this work in our own lives can teach us to walk well with our children as they navigate trauma alongside us.
Purchase Dan's book, Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals Our True Calling
Visit TheAllenderCenter.org
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E101- Storywork: Finding Freedom from the Pain of Your Past with Karrie Garcia
E90- Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion & Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
Parenting alone is overwhelming. Worse yet, when we feel like what we're doing isn't working, it's easy to become frustrated and discouraged. Crystal Paine shares how our frustration can cause us to put more pressure on ourselves and our kids, but how resting in the Holy Spirit can transform us and our parenting. She describes how our own shame can cause us to seek results out of our kids, and how "living as loved" teaches us to instead grow in relationship with them. Learn more about Crystal at MoneySavingMom.com
Check out Crystal's book, Love Centered Parenting
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E98- Never Alone: Parenting in the Power of the Holy Spirit with Jeannie Cunnion
E66- Responding to Your Kids' Need for Freedom with Dr. Tim Kimmel
Dating can be very confusing and intimidating, especially if you attempt it on your own. Lisa Anderson from Boundless explains the benefits of dating in community, and how to build a team to help you date well. She shares how a dating team can help you meet good Christian men, and how you can ask to be set up. She also describes how a team can help you grow in discernment, and offers tips you can use to figure out if someone is really invested in the relationship- or not.
Check out Lisa's book, The Dating Manifesto
Visit Boundless.org
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E89- Meeting Your Match: How to Know What You're Looking For & Date in Ways to Find It with Dr. Christie Kederian
E87- Dating to Blend: Choices You Can Make Today to Nurture Your Future Family with Ron Deal
Abuse is a threat to not only your physical safety, but also your emotional and spiritual sense of security. Sarah McDugal helps us understand the role of safety in the abuse recovery process, and why women struggle to feel safe long after leaving an abusive situation. She shares how truth is at the core of experiencing safety, and how you can guide and protect your children bycultivating a sensitivity towards truth within them. Sarah also describes how to begin feeling safe with God, and how to gain strength and confidence in the process.
Learn more about Wilderness to WILD and follow Sarah on Facebook and Instagram
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E92- Parenting with an Abuser: Strategies for Parallel Parenting & Helping Your Children Cope with Joy Forrest
E69- How to Stop Being Manipulated (& Help Your Kids Avoid It Too) with Tim Sanford
When we've been hurt by words in relationships, certain words and phrases can be triggering. Dr. Rod Wilson shares how the phrases "thank you," "I'm sorry," and "tell me more" can reveal underlying hurts, but can also possess the power to heal. Rod tells us why these phrases in particular can be triggering, and how safe relationships can help us restore our ability to both use and receive these words.
Purchase Rod's book, Thank You, I'm Sorry, Tell Me More: How to Change the World with 3 Sacred Sayings
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E97- Vulnerability: How to Open Your Heart to Healing with Kellye Fabian
E82- Learning to Trust After Trauma: God, Yourself, & Others with Kristi Blackburn
In this bonus episode, Michelle reads another free chapter from the upcoming devotional, Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned.
Safe Haven releases January 25, 2022. Click here to purchase in paperback or eReader.
Loneliness is something single moms often grapple with, and figuring out how to deal with it can add to the overwhelm you might already be experiencing. Dr. Mark Mayfield helps us unravel what's behind feelings of loneliness, and patterns we may be repeating that could make the situation worse. He shares how to break free of these patterns, and how to begin to engage in safe relationships with healthy people. He also discusses how to deal with rejection, how to find "your people," and where to turn when loneliness becomes too much.
Learn more at DrMayfield.com
Purchase Mark's book, The Path Out of Loneliness
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E96- Reflection & Relief: The Role of Scripture Meditation in Easing Stress, Anxiety, & Loneliness with Neil Ahlsten
E89- Meeting Your Match: How to Know What You're Looking for & Date in Ways to Find It with Dr. Christie Kederian
In this bonus episode, Michelle reads a free chapter from her upcoming devotional, Safe Haven: A Devotional for the Abused & Abandoned.
Safe Haven releases January 25, 2022. Click here to purchase in paperback or eReader.
When it comes to loss, our children experience a prolonged healing timeframe due to their inability to fully process the events unfolding around them. Their grief often extends into adulthood, and is something they continually revisit as they develop emotionally and cognitively. Lauren Reitsema shares how to walk with your children through their grief & how to talk to kids about divorce in ways that are appropriate for their age. She also discusses how to encourage grief and rebuild trust with a child, to help them develop strength despite the difficult things they face.
Check out Lauren's book, In Their Shoes: Helping Parents Better Understand and Connect with Children of Divorce
Connect with Lauren at The Center for Relationship Education
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E98- Never Alone: Parenting in the Power of the Holy Spirit with Jeannie Cunnion
E95- Raising Kids Who Bounce Back with Dr. Rhonda Spencer- Hwang
Our stories can hold a great deal of pain from the past, and can be difficult to revisit. However, when we work through our stories, we gain the ability to see them through the lens of God's compassion and presence. This work, known as storywork, gently opens our hearts to receive unparalleled healing and transformation. In this episode, Karrie Garcia shares her insights into how to engage in storywork, and how to do so in a way that invites safety in the present and hope for the future. She also explains how to cope with some of the more frustrating parts of the healing process, such as triggers related to trauma and other setbacks.
Check out KarrieGarcia.com & WeAreFreedomMovement.org
What's Your Stress Style? Take the Quiz
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E97- Vulnerability: How to Open Your Heart to Healing with Kellye Fabian
E90- Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion and Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
Introverts and extroverts each have different strengths, and understanding them can help us become better partners and parents. Author Holley Gerth explains the differences between introverts and extroverts, and how God's design for each can be observed in our bodies and brains. She describes some of the common ways introverts and extroverts misunderstand each other, and debunks common myths often associated with introverts. She also shares how being introverted or extroverted may influence your worship preferences and your relationship with God.
Learn more at HolleyGerth.com
Check out Holley's book, The Powerful Purpose of Introverts
Take the What Percent Introvert are You? Quiz
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E91: Your Spiritual Gifts: Experiencing the Power of God in Your Life & Relationships with Ashley Morgan Jackson
E89: Meeting Your Match: How to Know What You're Looking For and Date in Ways to Find It with Dr. Christie Kederian
Trauma triggers seem to come out of nowhere, and sometimes it may seem that we are doomed to the overwhelm and anxiety that they cause. But Juni Felix explains how you can harness the power of Tiny Habits to rewire the way you respond to triggers, and how this renewal of your mind can help you experience big breakthroughs. Juni also discusses how "tripping over trauma" does not mean you have a lack of faith, and shares ways you can walk with God more closely through the trauma recovery process.
Check out Juni's book You are Worth the Work
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E95: Raising Kids Who Bounce Back with Dr. Rhonda Spencer-Hwang
E90: Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion & Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
Parenting alone can be frustrating and exhausting, but our limitations allow us to experience the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Jeannie Cunnion discusses how to open yourself more fully to the working of the Holy Spirit, and how that can translate to parenting. She also shares how you can teach your children to listen to "the nudge" of the Holy Spirit in their own hearts, and how to press into the Lord in situations that seem overwhelming or hopeless.
Visit JeannieCunnion.com
Check out Jeannie's study, Never Alone: Parenting in the Power of the Holy Spirit and her book, Don't Miss Out: Daring to Believe Life is Better with the Holy Spirit
Download the Never Alone Manifesto
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E94: Encountering God: Experiencing the Nearness of God in Your Brokenness with Kelly Minter
E91: Your Spiritual Gifts: Experiencing the Power of God in Your Life & Relationships with Ashley Morgan Jackson
We often learn to cope with brokenness by closing off our hearts, but over time this survival strategy keeps us from the deep healing that can be found in relationships. Author Kellye Fabian describes what she calls "Holy Vulnerability," and explains how first opening our hearts to God allows us to become more vulnerable with others. She also discusses practices that help us learn to become more vulnerable, and talks about how to cope with brokenness in ways that lead us towards wholeness.
Purchase Kellye's book Holy Vulnerability
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E90- Try Harder? Try Softer: Harnessing the Gifts of Compassion & Curiosity in Trauma Recovery with Aundi Kolber
E79- Are You Really OK? How Getting Honest with Yourself Unlocks Hope & Wholeness with Debra Fileta
The Bible says we are transformed by the renewing of our minds, and Scripture meditation is one way we can combat the stress that threatens our well-being. Abide CEO Neil Ahlsten lays out the biblical basis for Scripture meditation, and how it differs from Eastern and New Age practices. He also discusses the many benefits of Scripture meditation from improving sleep to increasing overall happiness. He also shares different ways to meditate on God's Word and how to get started.
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Rest from Stress"
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E84: Wrestling with the Word: Finding Faith When Life Falls Apart with Tricia Lott Williford
E64- Get More From Reading Your Bible (Even When You're Short on Time) with Brittany Ann
When I became a single mom, I felt like I was handing my kids a lifetime of disadvantages. Author and epidemiologist Dr. Rhonda Spencer- Hwang shares how obstacles can actually teach our kids to become stronger, and how we can be strengthened in the process. She highlights eight lifestyle changes you can make to cultivate your family's ability to bounce back from adversity- physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Check out Dr. Rhonda's book, Raising Resilient Kids
Visit DrRhondaSpencer.com
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "From Stress to Strength"
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E88- Anxiety in Our Kids: Identifying Worry & Giving Your Child the Tools to Thrive with Sissy Goff
E83- Talking to Your Kids About Sex: Solutions for Single Moms with Dr. Danny Huerta
The Bible says that "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted." That means we can experience the nearness of God, especially in times of brokenness. Kelly Minter discusses spiritual rhythms and practices that enhance our awareness of the presence of God in our daily lives. She describes how engaging in these habits can actually decrease stress, and shares practical tips for finding time to encounter God each day.
Purchase Kelly's new study, Encountering God
For more resources on spiritual disciplines, visit LifeWay.com/encounteringgod or KellyMinter.com
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Calm in Chaos"
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E93- The Gift of Worship: Finding Serenity in Surrender with Jon Reddick
E84- Wrestling with the Word: Finding Faith When Life Falls Apart with Tricia Lott Williford
In difficult seasons, the gift of worship can connect us to the love of God, and to each other. Jon Reddick shares how worship can help us to be vulnerable before God and how we can find healing in surrender. He also discusses how God met him in a dark time in his life through worship, and how to cultivate a lifestyle of worship for ourselves and our children.
Watch this episode's bonus content "God Turn it Around- A Moment of Worship" with Jon Reddick on YouTube
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Walking in Worship"
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E85: Your Purpose is Permanent: The Distraction of Calling & The Invitation in Your Doubt with Teasi Cannon
E84: Wrestling with the Word: Finding Faith When Life Falls Apart with Tricia Lott Williford
Jon Reddick leads us in a time of worship to his song, "God Turn it Around."
Check out E93 The Gift of Worship: Finding Serenity in Surrender with Jon Reddick on YouTube
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When your child's father is abusive, parenting is extremely complex. Joy Forrest explains why co-parenting isn't possible with an abusive ex, and how to use a parallel parenting approach. She shares strategies for avoiding emotionally charged interactions with an abuser and how to approach the legal process when the courts are involved. Joy also discusses how to help your children resist manipulation and cope with the trauma that results from having an abusive parent.
Visit CalledToPeace.org
Purchase Joy's Book, Called to Peace: A Survivor's Guide to Finding Peace and Healing After Domestic Abuse
Check out Dr. Debra Wingfield's books Darkness to Light: Transformational Journaling for Healing Souls and Eyes Wide Open: Help with Control Freak Parents
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Protection For Your Children"
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E74- Don't Tolerate Toxicity: When (& How) to Walk Away from Emotionally Draining People with Gary Thomas
E69- How to Stop Being Manipulated (& Help Your Kids Avoid it Too) with Tim Sanford
Discovering your spiritual gifts is an essential part of the healing journey. Through our gifts, we can see more of God's plan and purpose for our lives, which pain and brokenness have threatened to steal. Ashley Morgan Jackson discusses how spiritual gifts can help you reconnect with God, yourself, and others, and how to determine what your spiritual gifts are. We also discuss the impact of lies on growing in our gifts, and how spiritual gifts protect us against loneliness and unsafe relationships.
Connect with Ashley at AshleyMorganJackson.com and discover her series on spiritual gifts on Instagram
Scriptures about Spiritual Gifts- Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, & Ephesians 4
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "God's Gifts In You"
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E77- Beyond Broken: The Power of God in Your Comeback & How to Live from 'More' with Toni Collier
E68- The Significance of Struggle in Restoring Hope & Embracing Your Truest Self with Christy Wright
You may have found that the coping strategies you've used to survive trauma in the past are impeding your ability to heal in the present. Therapist and author Aundi Kolber calls this "white knuckling it" and discusses what it means to instead "try softer" as you pay compassionate attention to your needs. She describes what happens in your brain and body when we experience something that triggers a trauma response, and how you can respond with curiosity and care to repair the damage trauma has done.
Visit AundiKolber.com
Purchase "Try Softer" and "The Try Softer Guided Journey"
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Crushing Self Criticism"
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Dating can feel frightening and frustrating with all the trial and error involved. But Dr. Christie Kederian helps us streamline the process by helping us determine what we're really looking for, and teaches us how to date in ways that can help us find a partner who is a good match. She shares tips for making savvy decisions while still enjoying the process, and explains how to uphold boundaries and address red flags. She also discusses how to handle triggers while dating, and how to engage our kids in the process.
Visit Dr. Christie at TherapyForDating.com
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Meeting Your Match"
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E75- Dating Myths & Mistakes: Changing the Way You Date to Avoid Heartbreak & Find a Godly Match with JP Pokluda
E72- Setting Boundaries: Improve Your Relationships & Boost Your Emotional Health with Dr. Alison Cook
Anxiety in our children often shows up in ways you least expect. Sissy Goff describes the behaviors that may indicate your child is dealing with anxiety, and touches on how to approach coaching a child through it in ways that can boost their confidence and resiliency. She provides insight into how anxiety affects your child's brain, and shares coping strategies that you can teach your child to use virtually anywhere. She also explains the process of identifying our own anxiety, and how doing our own work can help us be more attuned to our kids' needs as we heal side by side.
Learn more about Sissy at raisingboysandgirls.com
Check Out Sissy's Book, Raising Worry Free Girls
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Answers for Anxiety"
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RECOMMENDED EPISODES E86- Bringing Up Boys: Understanding Your Son's Needs & Encouraging Healthy Masculinity with David Thomas
E79- Are You Really OK? How Getting Honest with Yourself Unlocks Hope & Wholeness with Debra Fileta
E65- What Your Anxiety is Trying to Tell You with Dr. John Delony
Dating with kids ultimately means that if you marry, your family will become a blended one. Ron Deal of Family Life Blended shares how we can date in ways that draw our children into the process and prepare the entire family to one day blend. Ron makes us aware of the grief that dating can bring our children, and how that experience differs when the family has experienced a divorce vs. the death of a parent. Ron also gives insight into ways we can communicate with our children and consider their needs, while balancing the needs of a new romantic relationship.
Visit FamilyLife Blended
Purchase Ron's Books, "Preparing to Blend" & "Dating and the Single Parent"
Register for the 4-week course, "Broken to Brave: Breaking Bonds of the Past to Fight for Your Future" In Partnership with Abide
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Unity at Home"
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E82: Learning to Trust After Trauma: God, Yourself, & Others with Kristi Blackburn
E70- Waiting Well in Singleness (& How to Introduce Your Child to a New Man) with Brittney Moses
Boys have unique developmental needs, and understanding how your son is wired can boost your relationship with him. David Thomas gives insight into the basic neurological and physical differences between boys and girls, and discusses how shifts in your parenting can help you better connect with, discipline, and encourage your son. He also describes how trauma can halt a boy's development, and offers strategies to help get your son back on track.
Learn more about David at raisingboysandgirls.com
Purchase David's book, Wild Things: The Art of Nurturing Boys
Register for the 4-week course, "Broken to Brave: Breaking Bonds of the Past to Fight for Your Future" In Partnership with Abide
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "The Image of God"
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E83- Talking to Your Kids about Sex: Solutions for Single Moms with Dr. Danny Huerta
E80- Fight for Joy: Raising Your Kids with a Legacy of Faith with Rhonda Stoppe
Did you know that there's a difference between purpose and calling? Teasi Cannon sheds light on your unchanging and permanent purpose, and why focusing on calling can be such a distraction. She describes why your relationship with God is central to walking in your purpose, and how your gifts and talents are a part of the experience. Teasi also shares how your doubts about God are actually an invitation to knowing Him better, and how knowing Him gives you a greater ability to know yourself.
Visit TeasiCannon.com
Purchase Teasi's Book, "Lord, Where's My Calling?"
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Born to Blossom"
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E68- The Significance of Struggle in Restoring Hope & Embracing Your Truest Self with Christy Wright
E61- Your Life, Your Pain, Your Purpose with Chloe M. Gooden
When life falls apart, relating to God can be difficult and you may find it challenging to worship or study the Bible. Tricia Lott Williford opens up about her struggles with approaching God after the loss of her first husband, and how she found comfort in the pages of God's Word. Tricia discusses how we can find acceptance in our brokenness and grief through the Bible, and how to go beyond studying to find strength.
Check Out Tricia's Blog
Purchase Tricia's book, This Book is For You: Loving God's Words in Your Actual Life
Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "The Work of The Word"
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E81- The Agony of Anger: Relinquishing Revenge & Giving the Fight to God with Rosie Rivera
E64- Get More From Reading Your Bible (Even When You're Short on Time) with Brittany Ann
There are unique challenges that come with talking to your kids about sex when you're a single mom, but Dr. Danny Huerta from Focus on the Family gives solutions especially tailored for single moms. Danny shares ways to navigate the conversation with kids of all ages, and sheds light on the role of a mother in teaching her son about manhood and sexuality. He also gives tips for talking about boundaries, consent, safety, pornography, and dating with your kids. And where you may have wounds around sexuality, Danny describes how these pain points can become powerful opportunities to guide your children, as you walk alongside them in the pursuit of sexual wholeness.
Check out FocusOnTheFamily.com and Launch into the Teen Years
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Patience in Parenting"
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E55: How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids: Breaking Angry Mom Habits with Amber Lia & Wendy Speake
Hurt and disappointment often cause major disruptions when it comes to trust - whether that's trusting God, your own discernment, or people around you (perhaps specifically men). Kristi Blackburn opens up about her own life journey and how she learned to re-establish trust in God despite relational and spiritual abuses she experienced. She also describes the process of regaining your ability to gauge trustworthiness, and how God works through relationships restore your ability to trust others and bring immense healing.
Learn more about Kristi at Nothing Is Wasted or KristiBlackburn.com
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Learning to Trust"
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E73- Nothing is Wasted: Confronting Pain, Unlocking Purpose, & Taking Back Your Life with Davey Blackburn
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With abuse, rejection, and betrayal comes great anger. Rosie Rivera shares how bitterness and anger led her down a path of self-destruction, but how God powerfully revealed Himself as her Rescuer and Defender. She explains how you can trust God after being hurt, and how to allow God to fight for you when you'd rather take matters into your own hands.
Purchase Rosie's Book, God Is Your Defender
Follow Rosie Rivera on Instagram and Facebook
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "God Fights for You"
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E77- Beyond Broken: The Power of God in Your Comeback & How to Live from 'More' with Toni Collier
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Sometimes as single moms we may find ourselves over-compensating in our parenting, to make up for a life that did not go as planned. Rhonda Stoppe shares how God equips us uniquely as single moms, and describes how relying on God (rather than striving to "get it right") can develop strong spiritual muscles in our children. Rhonda also shares how the calling of motherhood offers unique opportunities when it comes to raising boys, and explains how to incorporate godly mentors in our children's lives.
Visit Rhonda's website
Check out Rhonda's Books, including Moms Raising Sons to be Men
Join Rhonda's Mom's Raising Sons Book Club
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Listen to this episode’s Guided Scripture Meditation Devotional on YouTube, "Fueled by Faith"
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E66: Responding to Your Kids' Need for Freedom with Dr. Tim Kimmel
E59: Meeting your Kids' Spiritual Needs
How do you respond when someone asks you, “Are you OK?” Debra Fileta shares the importance of getting honest with ourselves about how we’re doing, and the dangers of neglecting our spiritual, emotional, mental, and/or physical health. She tells us what our past can reveal about pain in our present, and how to biblically address healing in a holistic way that unlocks hope for the future. She also explains how you can start understanding and expressing your feelings, and how your health becomes a legacy of healing for your children. Watch this episode on YouTube
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Pornography usage has devastating effects on the entire family, and sadly many women aren't able to receive the support they need when they discover a partner's porn abuse. Anne Blythe from Betrayal Trauma recovery describes why it's important to categorize porn use as abuse in the recovery process, whether or not you're still in the relationships. She shares reasons why a partner's recovery may not stick, and how to know whether or not someone is truly changing. She also discusses the benefits of anger in the recovery process, and how a parent's pornography usage can affect their kids.
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God has granted each of us His power over our brokenness- we just need to learn how to walk in it. Toni Collier reveals how God has taken her beyond the pain of abuse, divorce, & single motherhood, and how each of us can lean into God's power to write a new chapter of our lives. She describes the process of breaking through doubt and discouragement to walk in confident humility, and how to take bold action as you are bolstered by the belief that God has more for you.
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You may be all too familiar with the pain of sexual brokenness- but what is sexual wholeness? Dr. Juli Slattery of Authentic Intimacy describes the process of healing sexual wounds and how to begin moving toward sexual wholeness. She explains what God intends to reveal to us through sexuality, and how knowing His design can help us reclaim what has been stolen through sexual abuse, trauma, and betrayal. Juli also gives insight into single sexuality and shares methods to work through sexual desire as a single woman.
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JP Pokluda exposes the reasons our dating experiences come up short (AND why much of it hinges on our own misconceptions about dating). He describes how dating for compatibility, chemistry, or common interests can leave us heartbroken, and what to look for instead to find a suitable partner. He discusses how to date in a way that removes heartbreak from the equation, and how to deal with lust when you're single. He also shares his thoughts on women making the first move, dating an unbeliever, and trusting God while you're waiting.
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Too often, we tolerate the behaviors of toxic people without realizing the harm it causes us, whether it's a former partner, a parent, friend, or co-worker. Gary Thomas shares how toxic relationships prevent you from pursuing your God-given mission and becoming the woman God called you to become. He describes the types of toxic people and teaches how to determine if someone is toxic for you. He also discusses what the Bible says about separating from a toxic person and how to do so safely.
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The painful things we experience in this life don't always make sense, but that doesn't mean they don't have meaning. When Davey Blackburn tragically lost his first wife, Amanda, several years ago, he didn't know how God could bring purpose out of his pain. Now remarried and the founder of Nothing is Wasted Ministries, Davey describes the necessity of wrestling with God and confronting painful triggers to uncover the purpose that lies beneath your pain. He shares of God's plan of redemption in your personal story, and how the Holy Spirit empowers you to take back what the enemy has stolen.
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Setting boundaries is essential to forming healthy relationships and taking care of your emotional health. Dr. Alison Cook explains how to identify the boundaries you need to set, and suggests how you can work through discomfort to make establishing boundaries easier. She also describes how an unhealthy sense of self can lead to poor boundary enforcement, codependency, and relationship avoidance. In addition, she offers solutions for communicating boundaries in difficult or toxic situations.
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The trauma of divorce or a significant breakup can amplify problems with decision making, causing us to become stuck and unsure of how to move forward. PeggySue Wells discusses how the fear of repeating the past prevents us from making wise decisions, and how to gauge our emotional well-being to assess needs and opportunities. She also mentions how the lies we believe about God keep us from accessing the grace to learn from our mistakes and make better choices, and how correcting our view of God improves our ability to walk in faith and demonstrate it for our kids.
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Single motherhood is full of waiting, but waiting well can reduce the anxiety and frustration involved with the process. Brittney Moses shares how in her seasons of waiting, God brought her greater healing and higher levels of enjoyment in her life. She talks about the empowerment that comes with waiting when we use the time to prepare us for what's coming to us in the future. She also shares her experiences of dating as a single mom, and ways to safely approach introducing your child to a significant other.
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All of us have painful experiences with manipulation, whether it's at the hands of an ex, a parent, a friend/family member, or a boss/co-worker. Tim Sanford MA, LPC of Focus on the Family gives insight into the motives of manipulative people, and teaches how to identify the three main styles manipulators use to control others. He also offers biblical ways to handle manipulation and support your kids if they are being manipulated by a parent.
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What if you became the woman God made you to be because of your struggles, rather than in spite of them? Christy Wright shares how times of difficulty reveal God's deeply personal nature, and how knowing Him can help you discover your truest self. She also reveals how getting real with God about your disappointments can actually lead to restored hope, crushing the doubt that is preventing you from walking confidently into the future God has for you.
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Every woman in an abusive situation needs a support team, which includes spiritual support. Though many pastors want to help, knowing what to do can be a challenge. Dr. Steve Tracy of Phoenix Seminary & Mending the Soul shares simple tips and resources every pastor can use to offer effective pastoral care to a survivor and her children. He also mentions the critical role pastors play in creating accountability for the abuser, as well as the benefits and limitations of counseling in providing support to the entire family.
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Dr. Tim Kimmel, author of Grace Based Parenting, shares how incorporating freedom into your parenting can help you powerfully connect with your kids while providing necessary structure. He discusses the four types of freedom your kids crave and how to find equilibrium in discipline when parenting alone. He also shares how to approach parenting in a way that brings the best out in your kids, and how grace influences the way we interact with our kids from youth, through the teen years, and into adulthood.
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Worry is exhausting and discouraging. But Dr. John Delony reframes our understanding of anxiety as something that can actually serve us when we understand what it's telling us, and then respond in the right ways. He discusses healthy methods of responding to anxiety, and reveals how to handle the root causes. He sheds light on the role of counseling and medication in working through anxious feelings. John also addresses how trauma can affect the ways in which we experience and react to anxiety, and how a renewed sense of identity and purpose can combat out-of-control worry.
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Ever think, "I should do better," when it comes to reading your Bible? So many of us do, but we aren't sure how to make it happen. Brittany Ann shares her super simple tips for creating a Bible reading plan that works for you and fits into any season of your life. She also gives us useful tools to help with verses that are hard to understand, and explains how to find the best translation for you. She also shares how Bible reading can truly transform our lives, our faith, our relationships, and our parenting.
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When a significant relationship ends, the wreckage of a life lost causes us to experience deep grief and PTSD. Tracie Miles of COMPEL and Proverbs 31 Ministries shares her story of divorce and the transformation that came out of grief, trauma, and disappointment. She explains how to begin the process of transformation by accepting your circumstances, coping in healthy ways, and shifting to a hopeful, positive outlook. She also shares how disappointments can actually teach you to enjoy your life, become the woman God has made you to be, and allow you to gain deeper trust in God's promises to provide.
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Decision making can be terrifying AND exhausting. Dr. Andrea Mata provides easy tips to simplify the decision making process. She helps us to understand our decision making styles, as well as the role of emotions in making decisions. She also discusses the importance of wise counsel in considering options and outcomes. She also shares tips to reduce the amount of decisions we have to make each day, saving us energy for the things we really care about. She also offers ways to teach kids responsibility in making their own choices, and how to handle when your kids say, "No."
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In becoming a single mom, you may have felt that you lost some of your life's purpose. Chloe M. Gooden shares how pain relates directly to your calling, and can further God's purpose for your life. She also discusses the role of gifts and talents in discovering your calling, and how to assess your gifts to learn more about God's purpose for you. She also talks about the impact of relationships on your calling, and how to look at dating from the perspective of living on mission for God.
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Rejection is painful. However, Kait Warman from Heart of Dating shares how we can make rejection serve us, as we grow stronger from it. She talks about rejection as it relates to dating and relationships of all kinds. She discusses how childhood rejections can cause us to reject ourselves, and how we can use compassion to fight self-hatred. She also explains how to take back your power from sexual rejection and abuse, and how God empowers us to work through emotional triggers and shame.
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When it comes to discipling and leading our kids spiritually, sometimes we aren't sure where to start (or if we have what it takes). Elisabeth Lee of Ministry to Parents shares simple ways you can help your kids grow in their faith, whether on the go or in daily routines. She also discusses how to gain the confidence to handle your kids' hard questions, and how to make time for your own relationship with God. She also reminds us that challenges do not disqualify us, and that our imperfections can become opportunities to grow in faith alongside our kids.
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Many of us have received wrong teachings about God's view of women, and it's negatively affected the way we see ourselves. Kristi McLelland lays a solid, biblical foundation for understanding the heart of God towards women and our special place in creation. She explains the role of women in relation to men as God originally intended it, and how The Fall distorted that plan. She corrects our understanding of Jesus's interactions with women and highlights His mission to restore honor and dignity to women. Kristi also gives insights into the biblical discussion of divorce and how it applies to our lives today.
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This episode covers all the basics of getting out of (and getting over) toxic relationships. Tiffany Denny from the Relationship Recovery shares red flags every woman should know about (like gaslighting) and explains how trauma bonding causes us to be attracted to abusive people. She helps us to understand the confusing and addictive nature of the abuse cycle, and clarifies how codependency keeps us in (but NEVER causes) toxic relationships. We cover why you must have a safety plan before leaving an abusive situation and how to use methods like no contact and gray rock to manage parenting and communication. Tiffany also shares daily practices for healing well and describes how to approach dating in the aftermath of abuse.
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Beauty is an uncomfortable subject for most women, and wounds from the past can make accepting ourselves incredibly difficult. Elisa Morgan helps us sort out where the lies we believe about ourselves come from, and how to replace lies with the truth about how God sees us and His definition of our beauty. She shares how a wrong view of yourself can impact your ability to receive God's love, accept your physical body, and express your sexuality. She also offers us a new way to see our wounds so we can embrace our stories and live life fully.
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Parenting alone is frustrating and often causes us to react to our kids in ways we wish we didn't. Amber Lia & Wendy Speake, authors of "Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses," help us get to the bottom of our negative parenting habits and teach us how to approach parenting in a positive and proactive way. They also give strategies for handling lying, disrespect, and disobedience, and encouragement for times when you feel like your efforts are failing.
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Feeling our feelings can be frightening and difficult. Chip Dodd explains how we can unblock and work through our emotions to experience deeper healing and fuller living. He offers steps to identifying and expressing feelings, and teaches how to respond to our emotional needs in ways that bring greater connection and intimacy. He also discusses the importance of vulnerability in cultivating healthy relationships and guides us in learning how to be vulnerable (even when the thought of it totally freaks you out).
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Eryn Eddy candidly shares her journey through divorce and discovery, which she bares in her new book, "So Worth Loving: How Discovering your True Value Changes Everything." She divulges how she worked through lies, anger, toxic relationships and loneliness to ultimately experience a deep trust and intimacy with God. She also details how to be open with God (when you REALLY don't want to be) and the sense personal value that God reveals to us in the process of bringing it ALL to Him.
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Parenting alone is full of "this wasn't supposed to happen" moments. Daniel Huerta, Vice President of Parenting and Youth at Focus on the Family shares his insights into how imperfect circumstances can transform our parenting, ourselves, and our kids. He gives strategies for dealing with disrespectful kids, angry teenagers, and those times when an ex undermines your parenting. He also offers solutions for teaching our kids to adapt to less-than-ideal situations, as well as handling the stress that single parenting brings.
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Loneliness is one of the most difficult aspects of becoming a single parent. But there’s good news- it is possible to be alone without the chronic desperation and despair of longterm loneliness. Michelle discusses how hurts from past relationships can cause feelings of loneliness, and how those feelings can actually lead us to making choices that block the fulfilling relationships we crave. She shares one thing that is essential to changing old patterns, so you can begin to cultivate a healing sense of reconnection to God, yourself, and others.
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No matter where you are in your financial journey, there are steps you can take towards financial freedom. Ericka Young from Tailor Made Budgets shares strategies for budgeting and creating an emergency fund, as well as balancing debt repayment with saving for retirement. She also discusses worthwhile ways to make more money and describes how to gain financial confidence that you can pass on to your children.
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How do I choose the best online dating app? What should I put in (or leave out of) my dating profile? What am I really supposed to be looking for in a guy before I swipe right? How long should we message before we meet up in person (and why did he ghost me anyway)? In this episode, Margot Starbuck helps us navigate the world of online dating as a Christian, and how to approach dating in ways that encourage balance, wholeness, and safety on the road to developing healthy relationships with yourself and others. Margot also describes how to take the pressure off and enjoy yourself so you can have fun with your dating experiences.
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Sometimes it feels like we're so busy taking care of everyone else that there's just not enough time to take care of ourselves. Joannie DeBrito of Focus on the Family shares her tips for prioritizing self care and customizing our practices to fit this season of our lives. She discusses how self care can improve our emotional and mental health, and how to recognize the burnout that occurs when we neglect our needs. We also discuss how good self care enhances relationships of all kinds and can improve our dating experiences.
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We've all heard we need to "let go and let God," but that is often easier said than done. Going Solo author Robert Beeson of Solo Parent Society talks about the freedom he discovered in his "solo season" as a single dad, and shares how he was able to give God control over his life. Robert offers 4 ways we can experience that same freedom: Prayer, Perspective, Practices, & Pause. He also discusses the transformation that awaits us in surrender, and the power we can gain in "feeling and dealing" with difficult emotions like anger.
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Christmas can highlight those places in our lives that, as single moms, we might be experiencing lack- whether financially, relationally, or emotionally. The past no longer fits, but having to accept circumstances as they are right now feels unfair. Michelle shares how God used a Christmas tree to highlight how acceptance can lead to abundance, and that accepting what fits for now does not mean giving up on forever.
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True physical wellness starts with a focus on spiritual wholeness. De Bolton of FaithFueled Mom discusses strategies for boosting your physical fitness, emotional wellness, and spiritual connection with God, all at the same time. She offers advice on how to get moving (when you really don't want to) and how to fuel your body with food (and enjoy it). She also dives into maintaining health during the holidays and living a balanced life longterm.
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While we might want Thanksgiving and Christmas to be a time of joy and celebration, sometimes the holidays just hurt. The holidays are full of reminders of a life that didn't go as planned, and we may be suffering through the pain of being physically separated from our children and loved ones. Michelle shares her experience with holidays that didn't go as planned, and the comfort God revealed to her in what "should have been." She also discusses the role of shame during this season, and the freedom in accepting yourself during those times you're feeling "less-than-festive."
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Brokenness often causes deep feelings of shame and rejection. But what if we realized that in our fallen world, brokenness is actually normal? That there are no perfect families? Elisa Morgan discusses the fact that even the very first family was a broken one, and describes how to allow God to work in the broken parts of our lives, instead of trying to fix things on our own. She also shares how this perspective can help us better accept ourselves, and how doing so impacts the way we parent and relate to our kids.
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You may have heard of "Grace Based Parenting," but grace is something we could all use a lot more of in all of our relationships. Karis Kimmel Murray (author and daughter of "Grace Based Parenting" author, Dr. Tim Kimmel) shares what extending grace really looks like, whether it's in marriage, dating, friendship, or parenting. She also discusses the connection between grace and boundaries in strained relationships, and gives practical tips for disciplining with grace.
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After being in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can be difficult to identify a healthy relationship. Steve and Celestia Tracy from Mending the Soul are back to tell us the 5 things you can absolutely expect from a healthy romantic connection. We also talk about patterns in dating that may be keeping you in unsuccessful relationships, and uncover the basics of codependency. We also discuss the connection between sex and intimacy and how to approach both in a way that can lead to a fulfilling, long-lasting marriage.
After being in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can be difficult to identify a healthy relationship. Steve and Celestia Tracy from Mending the Soul are back to tell us the 5 things you can absolutely expect from a healthy romantic connection. We also talk about patterns in dating that may be keeping you in unsuccessful relationships, and uncover the basics of codependency. We also discuss the connection between sex and intimacy and how to approach both in a way that can lead to a fulfilling, long-lasting marriage.
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Shame, powerlessness, and isolation are all effects of abuse, whether the mistreatment began in childhood or at a later point in our lives. Healing from trauma involves safely confronting the pain we carry to ultimately achieve freedom. Steve and Celestia Tracy of Mending the Soul discuss powerful ways survivors can overcome the spiritual, emotional, and physical effects of abuse, defeat shame, and experience a life full of peace and empowerment.
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When a relationship ends, we may struggle with questions about our inherent identity and worth. Kari Trent Stageberg shares how an abusive marriage helped her to rediscover her own sense of identity, purpose, and value- and how you can do the same. She also discusses how codependency and control keep us from experiencing our God-given value, and the importance of boundaries in protecting our self worth to cultivate healthy relationships.
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Christians are often uncomfortable talking about domestic violence- mostly because we don't know what it is or what to do about it. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness month, and in this episode Michelle talks about how to identify domestic violence and what the Bible says about dealing with abuse. She also uncovers how common responses to abuse actually end up contributing to the cycle, and how to stop enabling abuse. She also explains the importance of getting to safety before ever addressing an abusive situation and how to go about seeking pastoral support.
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For single parents, hope is often difficult to grasp (and hold on to) when you consider the variety of challenges and disappointments we face. Jonathan Pitts shares his journey as a single dad of 4 girls after the unexpected death of his wife, Wynter, and how he has learned to grieve in a way that has birthed new hope for the future. He also talks about concrete ways we can experience hope through the "discipline of celebration," as well as the beauty of giving yourself the permission to dream again.
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Starr Burroughs from The Confident Single Woman Podcast is a Christian dating coach and in this episode, she shares her insights on dating after heartbreak. We talk about common mistakes single moms make when getting back into the dating scene, and how to deal with frustration, fear, and insecurities so you can enjoy the dating process. We also dig into standards vs. preferences, the role of attraction, and key online dating strategies. Michelle also discusses lessons learned from her own experiences and how she was able to answer the question, "Am I Ready to Date?"
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Bad communication is often a major issue in co-parenting. Tammy Daughtry from Co-Parenting International shares solutions that both enhance communication and reduce conflict. She also discusses how to incorporate stepparents into the mix, and what to do if your child's other parent is unavailable or unwilling to participate.
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For many single moms, co-parenting is challenging. If you are parenting with your ex after a divorce or breakup, emotions can run high. Tammy Daughtry from CoParenting International shares strategies that reduce conflict in co-parenting communications and keep your children's well-being first. She also discusses ways to care for your own emotional and spiritual health to reduce the anxiety your children experience as they transition back and forth between homes. Tammy's tips are essential to fostering a positive environment for your children, and are beneficial in cases where you may be parenting completely alone.
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Single moms constantly feel overlooked. Unnoticed. Undesirable. And it's literally been that way since nearly the beginning of biblical time. Michelle talks about the reasons single moms feel so singled out, and shows the parallels between our modern day experiences and those of Hagar- the Bible's first single mom. In it all, God reveals His heart and His purposes for single moms as "The God Who Sees."
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Ever feel completely disappointed by life? You may wonder if you'll ever get to experience the abundant life Jesus offers us. Denise Hildreth Jones of Reclaiming Hearts and DivorceCare teaches us how to identify the lies the enemy uses to shut down our hearts and steal our joy. She also describes just how we can take back our lives, reclaim our hearts, and experience life to the full.
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While you and your children have experienced trauma, there are ways to heal it. Christina Chismar from Focus on the Family shares her tips for managing reactivity and stress in our children and ourselves. She discusses the importance of routines when custody requires our kids to go through frequent transitions, as well as self- care rituals to preventatively heal the brain.
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All single moms have endured some kind of trauma- and so have our children. It may be why our kids deal with anger, depression, or rebellion. Christina Chismar from Focus on the Family teaches us how to identify risk factors and signs of trauma. Learn what trauma responses like fight, flight, freeze, and faint look like and how our senses can actually help us parent our kids better.
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We often repeat what is familiar, only to miss out on the fulfilling. Singleness may not always feel like a gift, but making the most out of this season can lead you to a level of healing with the power to reshape the rest of your life. In this episode, Michelle talks about shifting unhealthy patterns in thoughts, behaviors, and relationships to embrace a beautiful, yet uncertain, future.
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In Part 2 of our series on forgiveness, Tim Sanford from Focus on the Family discusses the process of moving forward after forgiving someone. He outlines how to know if you can trust someone who has hurt you, and what is required for reconciliation and true restoration. He also clarifies what it means to "forgive yourself" and deeply experience God's love.
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Tim Sanford of Focus on the Family discusses the highlights of his book, "Forgive for Real: Six Steps to Forgiving." Tim shares why phrases like "forgive and forget" aren't accurate, and how forgiveness has nothing to do with trusting someone but everything to do with our own freedom and healing.
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Dating after a breakup or divorce can be difficult, especially if you are repeating unhealthy patterns. Jen DeBrot candidly describes how changing her approach to dating after a devastating divorce transformed her life, and also prepared her to receive love in the form of a beautiful new marriage. Jen talks about sex before marriage and the importance of taking the time to heal after heartbreak.
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In this episode, best-selling author Leslie Vernick teaches us how to identify and heal from emotional abuse in relationships from a Christian perspective. You'll discover what it means to be a biblical helpmate, as well as gain strategies for escaping an abusive confrontation.
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Do you feel like you're constantly facing setbacks and uncertain situations? It can feel like you can't catch a break, or you can't plan for the future in the way you'd like to. Michelle discusses critical errors in our thinking that make hard times more difficult, and shares simple mind shifts that can help you determine what steps to take when you're not sure what to do next.
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Parenting alone is overwhelming and we often use technology to help balance the workload with our kids. In this episode, we're talking with Sarah Siegand from Parents Who Fight about protecting our kids from online dangers like pornography and cyberbullying. She shares tools and strategies to help manage things like screen time, smart phones, and social media access to take the stress out of these hot topics.
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There's power in telling your story- and you don't need to wait until "the end" to experience it. In this episode, I talk with Camille Joy about how to get comfortable with sharing your story. Camille was a teen mom, high school dropout, and domestic violence survivor who has overcome incredible obstacles and now shares her life story to encourage single moms. Camille is a happily married mother of 5, and her faith continues to carry her through the challenges of life.
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