In this insightful episode of the Everyday Victories podcast, host Ben Sadler sits down with Jeffrey Bonak, Director of Faith Integration and licensed counselor at Christian Family Solutions. Together, they explore the complex nature of addiction beyond common misconceptions, integrating psychological understanding with spiritual insights to provide a compassionate perspective on healing. Jeffrey shares his personal journey from pastoral counseling to professional counseling, discusses the role of shame and guilt in addiction, breaks down the cycle of addictive behavior, and offers practical steps toward recovery grounded in faith and grace.

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Resources & Links:

Find Christian counseling at Christian Family Solutions: https://christianfamilysolutions.org/

Find additional resources and support for addiction: https://votl.life/trapped

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In this heartfelt episode of the Everyday Victories Podcast, host Ben Sadler sits down via Zoom with his longtime friends Matthew and Heidie Schoell to explore their personal journey raising children with special needs. The conversation offers an intimate look at the challenges, joys, and faith-filled moments that have shaped their family’s story. From early diagnoses and navigating healthcare to creating a welcoming church environment, Matthew and Heidie share valuable insights and encouragement for families facing similar circumstances. This episode highlights the power of advocacy, community, and gratitude amidst uncertainty.

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In this deeply personal episode of Everyday Victories, host Ben Sadler sits down with John Alan Sebald to discuss John’s incredible story of survival, trauma, and recovery. After nearly dying from a life-threatening choking incident on Valentine’s Day 2021, John shares his journey through post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental health struggles, and ultimately healing. They explore the power of faith, the importance of community, and the mindset shifts that made all the difference. John’s new book "Live Again" serves as a guide through his three-year healing process, offering practical insights and spiritual wisdom for anyone facing a difficult battle.

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Resources & Links:

"Live Again" by John Alan on Amazon: https://a.co/d/08gwLqrC

"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk

"Deep as the Sea" by Timothy Bourman

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In this inaugural episode of the Everyday Victories Podcast, host Ben Sadler sits down with Karrie Balza, owner of The Well Equipped Family, to explore the journey from parental survival mode to thriving family life. Drawing on over 20 years of counseling experience with children, families, and couples, Karrie shares practical insights into creating healthy systems and routines that transform household chaos into calm, bring joy back to parenting, and foster spiritual growth. This episode blends emotional, behavioral, and spiritual perspectives to help parents build resilience, instill life skills in children, and nurture meaningful family connections through faith.

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Resources & Links:

The Well Equipped Family website: https://thewellequippedfamily.com

Weekly Newsletter: Sign up on Karrie’s website for parenting tips and tools

Book: 52 Weeks of Life Skills for Families by Karrie Balza — practical questions and daily prompts to build essential life skills in children and parents alike.

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