I felt torn. On one hand, I craved love. On the other, I feared it. Why? Because I didn’t think love could last. I feared my relationship would end the way my parents’ marriage did.

Thankfully, that fear no longer controls me. It took time and intentional effort to overcome it. But by doing so, I felt free to pursue my wife and begin building our marriage. 

In this episode, you’ll get:

• A better understanding of yourself and why you fear love
• Real life relationship stories and lessons from Miranda and me
• 6 tips to conquer your fear and find authentic love

Contact Joey: [email protected]

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Erin’s parents separated when she was 16 after a big fight. It was really painful for her. However, everyone acted like it wasn’t a big deal. And so, she felt like something was wrong with her for feeling so hurt.

In the years that followed, she struggled with depression, loneliness, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. In this episode, you’ll hear how she overcome those things and found healing. She also shares some practical wisdom for coping, healing, and thriving.

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Who knows the most about staying calm during chaotic situations? A combat experienced Navy SEAL.

In this episode, you'll get the advice of Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille on staying calm during a crisis like the Coronavirus.

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The Coronavirus is causing a lot of panic. There's so much fear, anxiety, and uncertainty going around. So, how do we deal with all of that during a crisis? Dr. Julia Sadusky shows us how.

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Most of us with separated or divorced parents are afraid of getting divorced or repeating our parents’ mistakes. 

We want to avoid the bad behavior we saw in our families and our parents’ marriages, but we don’t know how to do that.

If you can relate, listen to this episode. Dr. Julia Sadusky answers to these questions and more:

• Why do we repeat the bad behavior we saw in our families growing up?
• Why does someone from a dysfunctional family often become bored with “normal” in life and relationships?
• How can we avoid repeating those bad behaviors and break the cycle of divorce?

Also, a special note for any parents listening in this episode.

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*Joey made a mistake during the episode and said "12" instead of "13". Sorry!

Counseling is a tool for healing. But how does it work? And will it actually help me?

We answer those questions and much more in this episode:

• How many sessions do you need to start feeling better?
• The #1 factor that determines whether counseling works or not
• How to find the right counselor for you
• Questions to ask a counselor before you commit
• How to make the most of it

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Jen thought her parents’ divorce didn’t affect her - until her brokenness surfaced at 26 on a medical mission in Honduras. Still, she didn’t make the connection between her struggles and her parents’ breakup right away.

In this episode, you’ll hear her story, her struggles, and how she has healed. She also shares advice and words of encouragement for anyone in a similar situation - especially anyone who is single but wants to be married.

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Did you know that children of divorce are actually more prone to experience loneliness?

If you or someone you know struggles with loneliness, this episode is for you. You'll hear 5 common sense tips that you can start today to overcome loneliness.

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How did you find out that your parents were divorcing? Today’s guest, Dr. Daniel Meola, actually found out before his mom. Then as an 11 year old boy, he called her to break the news.

You’ll hear about the impact the divorce has had on him over the years and what he’s doing to help other adult children of divorce to heal.

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What’s been the hardest part of your life? For Miranda, it has been navigating her parents’ divorce.

If you read her article “Dear Divorce” you already know how clearly and beautifully she articulates the pain and the struggles she’s faced. But this episode isn’t just about the pain and struggles.

We talk about her #1 method of healing, the awareness she’s developed about herself, and the fact that nobody can heal alone. We all need help.

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