Do we call sin, “sin,” in addiction? Are we afraid to offend? Why? People deal with sin every day, in every setting. There is no judgment here—I Promise! Just some basic insight from experience and the truth.
Remarkable are the joyous events that, if believed, fate would despise.
We are in the fight for our lives against addiction, and it is time to come out of the closet and speak out for those we love most.
We can learn to see the situation for how it is so we can take steps to change what we can control.
An emotional encounter in prayer, hope, faith, and truth. Recording could not stop the tears from falling. This podcast is a journey through the life of addiction from the perspective of a mother.
It’s hard to know how to declutter stuff with our emotions tied to it.
It is a grief like no other. Living grief never has an opportunity to say goodbye because it is a tragedy within “active addiction.”
If you’re tired of feeling down on yourself, it’s time to take control of your time and start taking action.
Ahhh.. bitterness. Resentment we hold onto against people or situations that rob our peace. (If we allow it) It took me months to work through this round, but I’ve made it to the other side, and you will, too.
As a Christian woman, your journey is unique, and your approach to self-care should reflect your values and beliefs.
Finding yourself in a place of hopelessness and fighting for the will to carry on. Addiction is a tough road for those living it- the person struggling with substance use and the family who loves them
We often leave ourselves out of the equation when we plan our busy schedules and don’t put ourselves on our calendars.
This episode is about the unfamiliar space between the empty nest and raising grandchildren. I reflect on the challenge of letting go and moving in a purpose I never saw coming.
We don’t have to live as prisoners to what we have experienced in our past. Many people have overcome these obstacles, and I know you can, too. Freedom is yours.
The preparations I made ages ago have made it possible for me to not only get through this weird hiccup of life.
We are in the fight for our lives against addiction, and it is time to come out of the closet and speak out for those we love most. For me, this has been an eye-opening experience in knowledge, faith, and ability to love through the most trying times.
Many bad habits come about as a means of dealing with situations that cause stress or boredom.
Whether you work in a home office or in an office building, a cluttered environment can amplify your anxiety and create a sense of unease.
Have you had to change how you dealt with your loved one’s addiction and the impact it had on your life? Do you feel misunderstood in your decisions? You are not alone.
Continually thanking God for His blessings not only enriches your life but also fortifies you against future dips in mood or faith.
We know it’s a hard task to stand beside us, and we know it isn’t easy to continue to listen to the same stories, but we appreciate you!
The best quality to have when disciplining yourself to change is to be determined.
One mother was in the misfire of a battle to save her child’s life. One moment, one experience, one question that haunts me to this day. Journey along a glimpse of addiction on one of the worst days of my life.
In a world saturated with unhealthy ways to relieve stress, the benefits of nature abound.
One mother was in the misfire of a battle to save her child’s life. One moment, one experience, one question that haunts me to this day. Journey along a glimpse of addiction on one of the worst days of my life.
Multitasking has been shown to lower IQ, akin to the drop seen in individuals who stay up all night.
Mom and Dad are running themselves ragged trying to keep little Johnny happy, that’s unbalanced and unhealthy.
Having a pet may help relieve stress by giving you purpose and keeping you active.
From overdose to loss of relationships, children, jobs, and homes—parents witness so much. It is accepting our powerless nature in a war we are not in that is a challenge. It feels like it’s our war because it’s our child. It’s not. We want to save them, but we are not their life raft.
Christian Addiction Recovery Coach and Counselor James Egidio finishes this 2-Part episode by discussing, Attachment vs. Detachment as well as Grace and Hope and their role in addiction.
As soon as the drink becomes a pattern for coping a person is in trouble.
Physical exercise like walking or cycling can significantly impact our mental health.
Resting sufficiently can help rebuild your energy levels and strengthen your immune system, especially if you’re dealing with chronic stress.
The story of Spiritual Battles and addiction. Where we were and where we remain today.
Christian Recovery Coach and Counselor James Egidio discusses how desire and repression play a role in addiction!
Instead of trying to carry the burden all by myself, I allowed others to come alongside me and lessen the load.
For all those who have lost a loved one to addiction, we take a moment for you.
In this episode, Christian Recovery Coach and Counselor James Egidio discusses Understanding addiction as a Christian and will then finish this 2 Part Series in Episode #3 with the 5 Pillars to Successful Recovery from addiction as a Christian
Learning to control these moments of anger will sweeten our lives in countless ways.
There is always a point of desperation when things turn, and surrender becomes inevitable. Journey through me from point A to Z on a road we never imagined we’d be in and a situation that takes every ounce of your willpower to surrender.
In this episode, Christian Recovery Coach and Counselor James Egidio discusses Understanding addiction as a Christian and will then finish this 2 Part Series in Episode #3 with the 5 Pillars to Successful Recovery from addiction as a Christian
The journey from holding on so tight out of fear to letting go out of love- for you. The challenge of letting them make their decisions and accepting you have no control.
Even my darkness is not dark to the Lord.
For all those who battled cancer valiantly and found victory on the other side.
For all those who battled cancer valiantly and found victory on the other side.
This episode is a reflection back to the time just before I began my recovery. There is anger, bitterness, pain, acceptance, and resolve here. I began to confront some hard truth within myself, and it was HARD! If you’re in that place, know you are not alone.
Recovery is possible! I will never doubt that. Our minds are stronger than any addiction, even substance use. The brain can be healed by new mindsets and thought patterns. Are you willing to do the work and be your own boss?
If you are lost watching your loved one battling substance use, please take a great minute to remember 1) You’re not alone. 2) God has your back far better than anyone else 3) Peace is possible through Christ Jesus.
God knows the plans He has for you, and they are good. He’s going to get you through this!
Who left who?
God did not intend for us to act in our flesh without checking in with our higher reasoning centers and our spirit.
Those living in addiction are alive, but they’re not LIVING! Are you? This is a harsh truth. It’s not easy to go on with life when they’re stuck fighting chronic substance use. You have to choose how you’ll spend your days and time. You’re worth living!
You are loved. In your mess, in your darkest moment, in your sin. You are loved and wanted. This episode talks about sin and our redemption. It talks about never being so far from God that He can’t reach you. Addiction is powerful, I get it, but it still doesn’t touch the power of God. So, give me a moment to explain why God loves people like you.
Every day the Lord reminds me that I am not alone because He is with me and that He is in control.
Today’s episode is a discussion of lost faith in the battle of recurrent trauma caused by addiction. Realigning our hope and heart with God and letting go can ignite our faith even though the situation doesn’t change. Living in peace through the warzone of addiction is possible when we hold on to Jesus and let go of the world.
In becoming co-dependent, we tend to lose ourselves to an addiction we never had. Breaking this cycle will allow your children to endure their consequences and release them to gain self-dependence.
This episode is a reflection back to the time just before I began my recovery. There is anger, bitterness, pain, acceptance, and resolve here. I began to confront some hard truth within myself, and it was HARD! If you’re in that place, know you are not alone.
Recovery is possible! I will never doubt that. Our minds are stronger than any addiction, even substance use. The brain can be healed by new mindsets and thought patterns.
If you are lost watching your loved one battling substance use, please take a great minute to remember 1) You’re not alone. 2) God has your back far better than anyone else 3) Peace is possible through Christ Jesus.
Our capacity to feel deeply is not an accident but a divine design.
Who left who?
Realize that Christ is the One who waits for you to yield this mess to Him.
Those living in addiction are alive, but they’re not LIVING! Are you? This is a harsh truth.
We are in the fight for our lives against addiction, and it is time to speak out and unwrap the stigma and judgment.
Whenever we feel we’re unable to escape an overwhelmingly frustrating or oppressive situation, depression has a tendency to develop.
Trigger. It’s a word we fear for far too long. But we know the consequences of addiction. So, we walk on eggshells and stay silent. We fear everything.
Navigating addiction as a family is hard stuff. Yet, families are often judged by what they do or don’t do in handling these messy situations.
This Christian momma is tired—but here sits another experience in the travels of addiction. I learned it can’t be me; I can’t save, fix, or carry the weight of an addiction I don’t have.
My heart is worn and weathered.
Yes—RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE. Yes, it is amazing. People are choosing to live every single day!
SHAME!! It paralyzed me with anxiety and took me down. Every parent I know with a loved one in addiction confronts this crushing feeling at some point. We can’t let it drown us.
The state of stress is so accepted as a way of life these days that we rarely give it much thought until it’s taken the life we love and distorted it.
Thankfully, the Chairman of my Board of Directors is the Holy Spirit.
God doesn’t turn away from those places you keep buried.
I needed to function again and not feel paralyzed by hearing the repeated stories of the incident.
Sometimes God allows an abundance of struggle because He knows that is the best path to authentic and deeper blessing.
Tough love was not an expectation to change their behavior; it helped to change my own.
Today, I took part in what is called ‘Five Minute Friday’—A writing challenge that gives you a keyword that you are to take five minutes to write on.
The Bible isn’t just a book; it’s a lifeline, rich with promises and hope.
God saves lives. Over and over, I watch Him perform miracles in the life of someone who often plays with death.
This episode talks about realizing nothing you say helps; nothing you do changes things. It reflects on that moment you begin to sink emotionally.
If you’re struggling to move out of their addiction, start with these few steps! You deserve peace and freedom, but it will take work to get there.
One day, you wake up to a child you don’t know. A person who no longer lives outside of addiction. Your reflection screams at you, “What have you done?”… Every parent with a child in addiction wonders what they did wrong.
Not one of us is ever beyond a desperate need for the ongoing grace and mercy of Jesus.
The more I stayed, the more despised I became.
Taking a moment to pause, name what we are feeling, and embrace the reality of why we feel that way.
What do the two phrases mean? Do the words matter?
Although I still had no control over the situation, I was bringing it before the One who did.
“Let Go and Let God” I never thought this would be a phrase of controversy. We use it every day in life challenges. So, why is it a problem to apply to how we approach living with a child in addiction?
It’s a lot easier to unwind when you’re not beating yourself up all the time.
We can learn from our mistakes and be better because of them.
Do we call sin, “sin,” in addiction? Are we afraid to offend? Why? People deal with sin every day, in every setting. There is no judgment here—I Promise! Just some basic insight from experience and the truth.
Learning how to live with pain.
None of us can claim that we have not been given a calling from God. The Bible tells us that all believers have a part to play in her kingdom of God. And gifts are varied. Do u know what ur spiritual gift is?
The feeling of resentment is poison to our soul. It saturates our being with false justification.
This podcast is a journey through the life of addiction from the perspective of a mother. My hope is to bring awareness to this difficult topic.
It’s important that believers know what New Ageism is referring to, and the distinct differences between that teaching and that of the God of Abraham, the God of the Bible. In this episode, Dr. Paula tackles this topic head-on, without hesitation, and with a conviction and boldness that is much-needed in these times.
I’ve learned new boundaries and how to love others where they are. I hope this can help others do the same.
What is prayer? The act of prayer is an open, willing heartfelt conversation with God, thanking Him for what He has done in my life and others around me. And daily prayer doesn’t have to be long, drawn-out, or difficult. Once I recognize and give God my gratitude, I can entirely focus on my request and petitions.
In today’s society, people reject prayer. We hear it often, “We don’t want your prayers!”
