The Still Waters Podcast

By Julie Adams

This podcast is hosted by the counselors and coaches with The Still Waters. Teri, Rufus, Abrielle, and Julie bring their expertise to this platform to educate, encourage and enlighten the listener.

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April 02, 2026From Nursing to The Still Waters: Introducing New Team Member Melissa Knight
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, Teri welcomes Melissa Knight, a nurse and mentor who helps students complete their programs, especially in nursing cybersecurity and data analytics. Melissa discusses her background, her path to coaching, and earning an ICF credential. The conversation covers the differences between coaching, mentoring, and counseling, recognizing when to seek help, and breaking the stigma around mental health, with Melissa sharing her postpartum depression experience. They also discuss "church hurt" and trauma, particularly how churches can lack empathy toward women, illustrated by a single mother's story.
00:00 Meet Melissa Knight
00:36 From Southeast to Florida
02:28 Nursing Career Journey
03:19 What Is Nursing Cybersecurity
04:16 Why Coaching with The Still Waters
06:54 Coaching Vs Counseling
08:14 Coaching Focus Areas
09:17 Church Hurt and Healing
12:46 A Painful Church Example
15:39 Trauma on The Pew
17:45 Easing Coaching Fears
17:59 Breaking Shame Barriers
18:36 When to Seek Support
20:14 Faith and Mental Health
21:22 Postpartum Help Story
22:48 Church Hurt and Misjudgment
23:56 Life Outside Work
25:54 Simple Living and Planning
27:41 Hagar and Healing Hope
30:08 Contact and Closing

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33min
March 26, 2026Guarding Against Camp Abuse: Parental Guidance for Safer Summers
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On The Still Waters Podcast, Teri and Julie shift from their abuse series to discuss child safety at summer camp, urging parents not to assume camps—especially church camps—are automatically safe. They advise investigating who camp directors report to, whether a board provides oversight, and whether the camp follows clear standards and mandatory reporting to law enforcement. They warn about sexual abuse risks, including “sexual exposure,” and criticize pornography-focused confession circles that prompt kids to share explicit experiences in groups. They stress that counselors and staff should receive safety training to prevent and recognize abuse, including emotional abuse and parental interference, and they highlight a case involving overnight interrogation, cover-ups, and a predator harming multiple boys. They also caution against private post-camp adult–minor communication and recommend teaching sexual integrity with hope and recovery.

00:00 Morning Catch Up
02:20 Why Talk About Camp
03:27 Camp Memories
07:49 When Camp Raises Flags
11:10 Accountability Matters
14:35 Porn Confession Risks
17:45 Counselor Safety Training
19:28 Safety Training Matters
20:52 Emotional Abuse Stories
24:15 When Adults Protect Predators
27:45 Mandatory Reporting Red Flags
29:49 Confession Circles Risks
31:00 Porn Exposure Reality
32:36 After Camp Contact Boundaries
35:31 Integrity Curriculum And Hope
38:26 Closing Resources And Farewell

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41min
March 19, 2026Spiritual Abuse-Is it Real?
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In episode 48 of The Still Waters Podcast, Teri addresses spiritual abuse—often experienced as “church hurt”—as a form of power and control that uses God, scripture, or spiritual authority to manipulate, silence, and trap people in churches, families, marriages, or dating relationships. The episode explains how scripture can be twisted as a weapon, including distorted teachings on submission that excuse harm, and how institutions may prioritize reputation over protecting victims, sometimes discouraging reporting or involving legal authorities. It also clarifies that forgiveness does not mean denying abuse or removing boundaries, and that accountability and forgiveness can coexist. Teri describes the lasting impact on identity and trust in God, contrasts unhealthy vs. healthy spiritual leadership, outlines healing steps and emphasizes the central truth: God never partners with oppression.
00:00 Welcome and Warning
03:27 What Spiritual Abuse Is
04:33 Scripture as a Weapon
06:44 Submission Misused
09:53 Protecting Reputation
11:06 Forgiveness and Boundaries
12:38 Damage to Faith
15:14 Healthy Leadership
16:46 Healing Steps
18:48 God Never Oppresses
19:20 Closing

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22min
March 12, 2026Sexual Abuse and Healing: Essential Knowledge and Support
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In the newest Still Waters Podcast episode, Teri issues a content warning and discusses sexual abuse amid renewed attention from the Epstein files. Citing recent CDC and advocacy data, the episode highlights the prevalence of sexual violence and outlines definitions and forms of abuse. She explains the difference between consent and coercion, reviews effects of trauma, and encourages healing through support and faith, inviting listeners to seek help.

00:00 Welcome and Trigger Warning
00:58 Why This Conversation Matters
02:17 The Stats on Sexual Violence
04:20 Breaking the Silence
06:12 Defining Sexual Abuse
08:54 Forms of Abuse and Grooming
10:58 Consent vs Coercion
15:58 Sexual Abuse in Marriage
17:45 Why It’s So Confusing
18:59 Trauma in the Body
21:42 Shame and the Healing Path
24:33 Neuroplasticity and New Pathways
27:08 Hope, Faith, and Next Steps

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32min
March 05, 2026Money Matters: Shedding Light on Financial Abuse in Relationships
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The newest episode of The Still Waters Podcast continues a series on abuse by focusing on financial (economic) abuse—when money shifts from a shared tool to a weapon used for power and control. Research indicates financial abuse occurs in 99% of domestic violence cases and can include common tactics such as controlling access to accounts, requiring receipts or permission for necessities, shaming spending, sabotaging a partner’s ability to work, and creating debt in a victim’s name to damage their credit. The episode contrasts abuse with healthy financial imbalance and emphasizes warning signs and practical steps a person can take if they determine they are in this situation.

00:00 Welcome
00:48 What Is Financial Abuse
03:22 Controlling Access to Money
05:58 Real Life Stay at Home Example
07:23 Sabotaging Work and Autonomy
09:42 Debt and Credit Manipulation
12:12 Traditional Roles and Authority
14:05 Emotional Toll and Shame
15:40 Teens and Dating Red Flags
18:15 Why It’s Hard to Spot
20:36 Imbalance Versus Abuse
22:33 Self Check Questions
24:47 Practical Steps to Prepare
27:40 Key Takeaway
29:00 Closing

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32min
February 26, 2026Digital Abuse in the Age of Technology: A Guide to Safe Relationships
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, part of an ongoing series exploring abuse, Teri explains digital abuse as a pattern of technology-facilitated behaviors used for power and control, emphasizing that abuse is not only physical and that technology can make controlling patterns harder to detect. The episode describes resulting hypervigilance and erosion of self-trust, highlights warning signs in teens, and notes adults are also vulnerable. Practical steps include securing email first, reviewing location-sharing and social settings with safety in mind, documenting threats, strengthening offline support, and assessing whether the relationship feels free or fear-based, urging safety planning and seeking trained help if threats escalate.

00:00 Digital Abuse Intro
01:28 Location Sharing Red Flags
03:52 Password Pressure
06:03 Online Humiliation
09:01 Isolation and Control
11:47 Hypervigilance Effects
13:42 Parents and Hidden Abuse
15:16 Safety Planning Steps
21:43 Protecting Teens Respectfully
22:59 Closing

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27min
February 19, 2026Recognizing Early Warning Signs of Physical Abuse in Relationships
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This Still Waters Podcast episode examines physical abuse as a means of power and control, often starting before visible injuries. Referencing Darby Strickland’s definition, it addresses both overt harm (hitting, slapping, choking) and subtler intimidation tactics (threats, breaking objects, blocking exits, restraint, reckless driving, sleep deprivation). Teri discusses the escalation cycle and warns against dismissing abusive behaviors. Highlighting Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, the episode notes red flags in teen relationships and distinguishes physical abuse from accidents, consensual roughhousing, or mutual aggression. Listeners are encouraged to seek support, local resources, and make a safety plan.

00:00 Introduction
00:47 Excuses & Early Warning Signs
01:54 Defining Physical Abuse: Power & Safety
03:12 Examples: Choking, Reckless Driving
04:34 Intimidation Without Contact
06:45 Breaking Objects & Blocking Exits
09:49 Non-Visible Abuse: Restraint, Sleep Loss
12:17 Abuse Escalation Cycle
15:17 Real-Life Cases & Anger in Scripture
17:39 “Once” Claims & Teen Dating Red Flags
19:22 What Doesn't Count as Physical Abuse
20:36 Closing: Trusting Yourself & Seeking Help

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26min
February 12, 2026Emotional Abuse Unveiled: Identifying Patterns and Finding Support
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, host Teri White dives into the second part of a series on abuse, inspired by Darby A. Strickland's book, 'Is It Abuse?'. The episode emphasizes that abuse is not confined to physical acts but can also manifest in mental, verbal, and psychological forms. Teri highlights the subtle nature of emotional abuse, which often leaves no visible marks but deeply impacts a person's inner well-being. Various forms of emotional abuse such as name-calling, rejection, terrorizing, isolation, and threats are discussed. The episode also explores extreme neglect and gaslighting as significant forms of emotional abuse, citing examples from popular culture and scripture. The importance of recognizing and naming emotional abuse is underscored, with a reminder that seeking support is a sign of strength. The episode concludes with a hopeful note, encouraging listeners to acknowledge their experiences and reach out for help if needed.

00:00 Introduction
01:48 Understanding Emotional Abuse
04:52 Identifying Emotional Abuse: Examples and Scenarios
16:24 Extreme Neglect and Gaslighting
24:30 Faith and Emotional Abuse
25:41 Conclusion and Resources

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29min
February 05, 2026Understanding Abuse: Power, Control, and Safety in Relationships
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, Teri introduces a series on abuse, inspired by Darby Strickland’s book 'Is It Abuse?'. She clarifies that abuse involves power and control, not just anger, and offers practical examples to help distinguish conflict from abuse. The episode provides questions for self-assessment, addresses challenges faced by people of faith, gives advice for parents about teen dating violence, and encourages listeners to trust their instincts. It highlights the importance of awareness and education in recognizing abuse and sets the stage for future episodes on specific types.

00:00 Introduction to the Series on Abuse
02:06 Understanding the Complexity of Abuse
08:06 Illustrations of Abuse in Everyday Life
11:06 Faith and Abuse: A Complex Intersection
12:59 Recognizing Trauma Responses
16:27 Advice for Parents and Young People
19:25 Final Thoughts

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26min
January 29, 2026Progress Over Perfection
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In this episode of The Still Waters Podcast, the topic of perfectionism is thoroughly explored. The discussion begins by defining perfectionism and differentiating it from simply caring deeply or trying one's best. It then delves into the subtle ways perfectionism manifests and its psychological and physiological impacts, often rooted in past trauma. The conversation highlights why perfectionism is unhealthy and contrasts it with the concept of progress, offering practical advice on how to shift from a perfectionist mindset to one focused on progress. Biblical examples are used to illustrate the value of progress and faithfulness over flawlessness. The episode concludes with strategies to foster self-compassion and encourage continuous healing.

00:00 Introduction to Perfectionism
00:22 Understanding Perfectionism
03:00 The Impact of Perfectionism
05:19 Origins of Perfectionism
06:57 Perfectionism and Trauma
11:16 Biblical Perspectives on Perfectionism
13:44 Embracing Progress Over Perfection
18:20 Practical Tips for Overcoming Perfectionism
21:04 Conclusion and Encouragement

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