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

Could it be the struggles you have gone through, have prepared you to encourage someone else?

Hi Neighbor!⁣

Why do bad things happen in life? One might say, that’s just life. But I believe there is a deeper meaning to that question. 

In this episode, let’s reframe that narrative. I would like to share a psalm of David, a story in the life of Paul, and a conversation with a queen to show you 3 ways to help someone restore the sparkle in their eyes.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

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When I saw it, my heart sank. I thought I had just killed my boys.

Hi Neighbor!⁣

Today I would like to switch up topics a little bit. I’m not going to talk about adoption but I would like to talk about something that is encouraging. 

In this podcast, I talk about how to weather storms in life. In this episode, I would like to talk about a weather story. It’s going to start a little dark but stay with me. I believe it will inspire you.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Here’s the link to the book I wrote. You can see the picture I mention in this episode on the cover.

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It was a day my wife and I had looked forward to celebrating with our son for years. Unfortunately, what was supposed to be a day of celebration turned into a day of tears.

Hi Neighbor!⁣

Is it possible to be okay even if your adoptive child is not? I’m here to tell you IT IS possible. Is it going to be easy? No!

In this episode, I want to share the story of a conversation I had with my son Jonny four years ago. I believe it’s a conversation adoptive parents need to be prepared to have.

I also believe having this conversation with Jonny, is one of the reasons he is turning his life around today.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. If you missed my interview with Jonny in episode 14, you can catch it here. In it, he shares one of the tools he is putting into practice.

P.S.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. 

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If you asked me four years ago if I would ever have a conversation like I’m having today with my son, I don’t know that I would have believed you.

Hi Neighbor!⁣

If there’s one thing I want to give other adopted parents today, it’s hope. There’s hope if you just hang in there. And as you’re going to see in this episode, if you can get tools that your child will embrace, then there’s the possibility that they can turn their behavior and then turn their life around.

In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, my son Jonny joins me to share a tool he learned to use while he was in residential treatment. A tool that has helped him in his life.

It’s called 10, 10, 10.

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. 

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He faced one discouraging obstacle after another, yet through it all, he persisted. How did he do it? First, he partnered with God.

Hi Neighbor!⁣

In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I’m going to begin a new feature on the podcast. Each week I would like to bring to you a journaling exercise. I’m calling these Pen-to-Paper Journaling Prompts.

They are based on my own journaling experience.

This episode’s journaling prompt is inspired by the story of one of my favorite Bible characters.

I’ll also share with you an easy way to begin journaling even if you have never done it before. Plus how you can persist with pen-to-paper in order to partner with God. 

And so much more.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

P.S. Here are a couple of my favorite Bible Apps for comparing translations.

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. 

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How can adoptive parents find Support and Peace in the storms of life? May I suggest you seek out your safe harbors?

Hi Neighbor!

What would it feel like to have support and peace when life gets tough? I know what it feels like when that hasn’t been the case. Perhaps you do too.

In this episode, I would like to consider three ways adoptive parents can find support and peace in the storms of life. These three ways are basically three safe harbors in which you can find support.

⁣Plus I’ll share a BONUS harbor that is quickly becoming my go-to place for support. And as always, we’ll end with your Daily Doable.⁣

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. 

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Is adoption life chaotic for you? Is it possible for adoptive parents to find calm in the chaos? I believe it's not only possible to see it, but I believe it's possible to experience calm in chaos too. But first, you have to become a copycat.

Hi Neighbor!

Would you like to find calm in the chaos of life storms? In this episode, we will consider 3 WRITE Ways to Be a Copycat and See Calm In Chaos?

Plus your BONUS way to be a copycat and your Daily Doable.

Hope and Healing are on the way.

Your Neighbor,

Tim

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. 

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Life has just sucker punched you. It's late at night. You're alone with your thoughts and you cannot process the pain that you're in. What do you do? May I suggest that you reach out to a Nocturnal Anchor?

Hi Neighbor!

Stuff happens in life, but not on our timetable. It seems to happen at the most inopportune time, but it's how we react and what we do that makes the difference or can make the difference in how we're able to process the pain.

In this episode, consider with me 3 Reasons Why It’s Good to Reach Out to a Nocturnal Anchor? 

And…

What is a Nocturnal Anchor?

What qualities should a person look for in a Nocturnal Anchor?

What are the Benefits and Blessings of a Nocturnal Anchor?

Plus your Daily Doable.

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. 

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A Conversation With Adoption Trauma Therapist, Jane Baker

Hi Neighbor!⁣⁣⁣⁣

This is Part 2 of my interview with Jane Baker. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can catch that in Episode 8.

As an adoptive parent, there were many times I doubted myself. I thought I had failed my boys. That kind of thinking does not serve you or your family well.

This episode is very TACTICAL. Jane will discuss treatment options for adoption trauma and some of the qualities you should look for in a therapist.

All that and SO MUCH MORE!

Hope and Healing are on the way.

TAKEAWAYS…

1. In some adopted children, you see a Pervasive Pursuit of Life on their terms.

SHOW NOTES...

Other levels of Therapist Licensing, Masters and above: LISCW, LPC, or Doctorate

Therapeutic approaches: Family Systems, Developmental Trauma, Individual Sessions, and Family Sessions

Contact Jane Baker

Websites:

Books mentioned...

Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣

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A Conversation With Adoption Trauma Therapist, Jane Baker

Hi Neighbor!⁣⁣⁣⁣

⁣⁣In this episode, I'm excited to introduce to you, my neighbor from Alabama, Jane Baker. Jane will be talking about adoption and adoption trauma.

One thing you’re going to notice right away is Jane’s passion for adopted kids. It was her passion that made a huge difference in my son’s life and my family.

Jane was a member of the treatment team for my son when he was away from us at the Residential Treatment Center for Teens. 

I know my son wouldn't be where he is today had it not been for people like Jane as he was coming to terms with his adoption trauma.

This is a Must-Listen episode. You’re going to want to take notes. There’s so much here.

Make sure to listen until the end.

Hoping and Healing are on the way!

TAKEAWAYS...

1. Adoption is as normal as rain. It's just different. 

⁣⁣⁣⁣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: [email protected]