Drew opens up and tells us what it is like to be inside the mind of an addict. He gives some great insight and leads us on a path to better understanding and compassion. 

Note: Drew Young, Author. Book Title: The Meaning of Your Mission: Lessons & Principles to Know You Are Enough.

 Life is full of disappointments and hardships. Sometimes we grieve through those circumstances and have to gain better insight into what we are feeling....

Notes: Podcast- Breaking the Glamour. Ana is helping people seek out new career paths and/or find their potential for success.

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Notes: Pastor Paul and I discuss both the pros and cons of church culture and its affect on mental illness. We also talk about other influences on depression and Paul gives us great insight through his experience as a Young Adult Pastor and from a personal standpoint as well.

Patrick shares his heroic story of healing after childhood trauma from sexual abuse. This is an amazing story that will inspire you with hope and wisdom throughout!  

Notes: Part 2 of Patrick's Story.... Anorexia, depression and surviving sexual abuse. Patrick helps by shedding light on the secrets that keep victims from coming out with their stories. Patrick bares his soul and brings such an immense amount of hope and wisdom on this topic. He has also started writing a book and is bringing awareness with his Facebook platforms as well.

Books to read: Skinny Boy by Gary A Grahl

Facebook page- Brightness Of Hope with Patrick Risk

In This Episode Alison ( An ASL teacher and a parent to children with Special Needs) and I discuss the differences between these two plans and how to best utilize them. We also speak about how to move forward with college aged kids and their disability rights. 

Peggy opens up and discusses what it is was like to be adopted into an abusive family. Her stories are heartbreaking but her journey with EMDR and the healing process are amazing!

In this discussion we learn what kinds of things qualify as mental and verbal abuse. Sophia tells us all about the events that lead up to her divorce. She shares her painful marriage stories with such an open and honest perspective.

Lance shares a very difficult story about his son's struggle with ODD and the path of destruction that leads to hope and healing...

Arielle shares her difficult journey with us. She is an amazing person who has been through more than most of us could imagine. Her example of bravery and strength is truly remarkable!