ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption Trauma, Safety, Peace of Mind, Biblical Encouragement, Respite, Journaling

Why do bad things happen to good people? Perhaps to understand the answer to that question, requires the perspective of time.

Hi Neighbor!

In this episode, we’ll consider the story of Joseph in Genesis and how the perspective of time helped him to understand why he suffered the things he did. 

We’ll also look at passages in the books of 1 Corinthians and Romans to understand 3 benefits why good people and adoptive parents suffer.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 

Tell a friend about the show. Take a screenshot of this episode, share it in your Instagram stories, and tag me @TimMaudlin. 

You can also connect with me on my free and private Facebook Group: Anchors of Encouragement

Contact us: [email protected]

I See You! We were miles from where we started. At this point, we were tired but there was no turning back. Then I looked down and saw the encouragement we needed to finish.

Hi Neighbor!

In this episode, I want to share two stories of simple things someone did to encourage me. And how it made me realize I wasn’t alone.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 

Tell a friend about the show. Take a screenshot of this episode, share it in your Instagram stories, and tag me @TimMaudlin. 

You can also connect with me on my free and private Facebook Group: Anchors of Encouragement

Contact us: [email protected]

Do you feel lonely, or overwhelmed? Do you struggle to trust God? Would you like to feel differently? May I suggest you can replace those negative feelings by counting your blessings?

Hi Neighbor!

In the first episode, I shared the story of my son Jonny and the ONE thing he did to learn to like himself again. He journaled.

I would like to begin what I'm hoping will become a regular feature for this podcast... journaling prompts.

In this episode, we’ll look at the song, Count Your Blessings, a hymn by Johnson Oatman, Jr. as a way to replace negative feelings with gratitude.

The lyrics are below.

Count Your Blessings…

Verse 1:

Verse 2:

Verse 3: 

Refrain:

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. I would love to connect with you on my free and private Facebook Group: Anchors of Encouragement

Have you ever struggled with trusting that adoption is what God wants for you? May I suggest that you ask God for clues?

Hi Neighbor!

In this episode, I would like to respond to an answer a listener gave me to the following question... What would support you the most RIGHT NOW when it comes to adoptive parenting?

We’ll consider this answer by looking at the clues God gave Gideon in Judges chapters 6-7. And I’ll share one of the clues we received in our adoption journey with the story of the phone call that almost didn't happen.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S.Here’s the LINK to join our private Facebook Group.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Of course who doesn’t? A better question might be this... When you do feel overwhelmed, what are some ways that you can implement in order to reduce those feelings? May I suggest that you consider taking some micro steps?

Hi Neighbor,

I want to welcome you to a special episode of Anchors of Encouragement. This is going to be a different episode than you’re accustomed to hearing. There’s not going to be any intro or outro music. This is about as basic as I can get to record a podcast episode for you.

I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of overwhelm and wanted to share that with you.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Also, I want to congratulate my trainer and friend, Stef Gass for reaching ONE MILLION downloads for her podcast. Wow!

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Ever thought about creating your own podcast but don’t know where to begin? That was me until I discovered Stefanie Gass and her excellent training. I started with Clarify Your Calling and then Podcast Pro University.

Now, I have a Top 3% Global Podcast in over 60 countries. Stef shows you how.

Disclaimer: The links I include in my show descriptions may be affiliate links. That means that if you click on a link and make a purchase, I could earn a small commission. I will only promote products I believe in and think you will enjoy. Thank you for listening to Anchors of Encouragement. 

Could you use some more noise in your life? I didn’t think so! 

Hi Neighbor!⁣

I don't want to add any more noise to your life. If you're like me, you've got enough noise to go around and then some.

What I would like to do in this episode is to share with you 5 ways you can begin to neutralize the noise in your life starting today.

We’ll reframe the acronym NOISE and consider it in light of scriptures from Acts 17, Jeremiah 6, Psalm 29, and more.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Please consider joining our private Facebook Group. It’s a safe, noise-free zone for support and conversation.

Does life ever feel foggy to you? There's no clear path to take. There’s a lot of uncertainty. It’s hard to see your next step. It can get frustrating and at times even depressing. 

Hi Neighbor!⁣

How do adoptive parents navigate through the fog of life? In this special mindset episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I would like to suggest you consider relying on someone with a better vantage point, someone who can shine a light on your path. 

We’ll consider this question in light of verses found in Psalm 119, Ecclesiastes 12, Micah 6, and Mark 12. 

And finally, make a direct application to the adoption journey from James 1.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. I hope you’ll consider joining our private Facebook Group.

Have you ever felt like you were all alone like you were the ONLY one going through a difficult situation? What do you do? Who do you turn to?

Hi Neighbor!⁣

In this episode, let’s consider why there can be times when adoptive parents feel like they are all alone and WHY they should consider grabbing hold of an anchor.

NEW FEATURE... I’m also introducing a listener participation section. It’s a way to interact with the content in this episode. I’ll play along with you too, enjoy:)

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Please consider joining our private Facebook Group.

Imagine the ONE voice you feel the deepest connection with suddenly goes silent.

Hi Neighbor!⁣

In this episode, let’s explore that question. I’ll share a personal story about a voice in my life that went silent and how a message from Psalm 139 became a source of healing for me.

I believe adoptive parents can use this same message for healing, comfort, and encouragement with their adopted children.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Here’s the link to join our private Facebook Group.

If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 

Tell a friend about the show. Take a screenshot of this episode, share it in your Instagram stories, and tag me @TimMaudlin. 

Contact us: [email protected]

Could there be a connection between adoption trauma and sugar addiction? 

Hi Neighbor!⁣

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Joan Kent. Dr. Kent has a Ph.D. in Psychoactive Nutrition. She was the very first to document the brain chemical pathways of sugar addiction, and to explain the sugar/fat seesaw hormonally and chemically.  

Joan has helped hundreds and hundreds of clients with metabolic conditions – diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and cancer – as well as with inflammation and mood issues.

Could there be a connection between adoption trauma and sugar addiction? It’s quite possible. Please listen to find out.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Here’s the link to join our private Facebook Group.

Contact Dr. Joan Kent

Website: LastResortNutrition.com

Email: [email protected]

If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 

Tell a friend about the show. Take a screenshot of this episode, share it in your Instagram stories, and tag me @TimMaudlin. 

You can also connect with me on my free and private Facebook Group: Anchors of Encouragement

Contact us: [email protected]