Hello and welcome to the Unstoppable Joy Podcast. I’m your host Catherine Curry, and I wanna share with you today some incredible things that we can do to bring joy and bring love and security and fulfillment to those around us. And that is the ability to give them our blessing. It’s much easier than you might think.

It just takes a little planning and a little know-how, and that’s what we’re gonna discuss today. So pull up a chair, grab your favorite beverage, and let’s get started.

St. Patrick: A Legacy of Courageous Faith” is the inspiring story of a man who, in the face of adversity, found the courage to stand up for what he believed in. Born in Britain of a Romanized family, St. Patrick was kidnapped by Irish raiders at age 16 and carried into slavery in Ireland. After escaping from slavery, he returned to Britain and was educated in the Christian faith. Later, he returned to Ireland as a missionary, where he spent the rest of his life. He is credited with bringing Christianity to Ireland and probably responsible in part for the Christianization of the Picts and Anglo-Saxons.

Have you heard of personal vows? Our words are powerful. What happens when we speak curses on ourselves, our family or our situation? Could your words be inhibiting you from the goodness of God? In this episode I explain what a personal vow is, the dangers of personal vows and how to revoke them.

In this episode Kathryn shares a story about finding money and draws parallels to finding abundance in Christ. She bring encouragement to knowing who we are in Christ and how to tap into the abundant life God has for you.

This week's episode is about understanding and overcoming self-sabotage. I dive into why we do it and how to work towards breaking the cycle. It's all about understanding your patterns and taking concrete steps to move forward. This episode highlights practical steps and prayers to break free from the destructive pattern of self-sabotage and receive the true healing. God wants us to live joyful, abundant lives! Don’t let self-sabotage and hurts of your past keep you from experiencing all that God has for you!

In this week’s episode, Kathryn discusses decision making. She addresses some important considerations to make when making a decision. All good decisions begin and end in prayer. However, things Kathryn discusses are knowing yourself, your values, seeking wise counsel and trusting the leading of the Holy Spirit and the peace that He gives. Lastly Kathryn discusses self sabotage and tip for overcoming fear of the unknown. 

Verses shared in this episode are:

John 10: 27 My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.

Isaiah 30:21 Your own ears will hear Him. Right behind you a voice will say, ”This is the way you should go,”...

Deuteronomy 31:8 Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.

Expert Advice About Divorce with Attorney Thomas Kates

 

Divorce is never God’s desire for us. Unfortunately, in many cases it is unavoidable. If you are facing divorce, what should you do? In this episode of the Unstoppable Joy podcast, I sit down with my brother-in-law and attorney, Thomas Kates to discuss the topic of divorce. He brings a wealth of information, insights and practical advice on this topic. 

 

2:56 First steps if you are considering Divorce

5:29 How divorce in Michigan has changed

8:15 What mindset should you have in divorce

9:50 How you approach your divorce will affect your children

10:17 What is Mediation

11:25 Does “mudslinging/discrediting” your spouse in court lead to getting a bigging settlement?

11:48 Property settlement

13:58 How long does it take to get divorced

15:46 Will I need to keep going to court after my divorce is final?

18:10 Divorce handbook

https://www.amazon.com/Michigan-Divorce-Child-Custody-Handbook/dp/0692611983/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=8DIPXCXACYOY&keywords=divorce+in+michigan+thomas+kates&qid=1675692749&sprefix=divorce+in+michigan+thomas+kates%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-1-fkmr0

Dispelling Therapy Myths Part 2 with Therapist Jennifer Kates

 

Therapy is such an invaluable tool for finding Joy in life. It was a crucial part of my journey to overcoming years of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse that I went through while married to a drug addict. So many people avoid Therapy because they fear it will be a waste of time, too painful, expensive and will just leave them feeling worse. 

In this episode of the Unstoppable Joy podcast, I sit down with my sister and therapist, Jennifer Kates to discuss the important topic of Therapy.

 

Jennifer explains:

 

1:32 Why therapy may have failed for you in the past

1:57 Some different types of therapy

2:47 Defining Cognitive Distortions

4:01 Scientific proof that our thinking and behaviors change our brain

7:03 How to get the most out of therapy  

8:47 How to approach getting kids into therapy

10:13 Some practical tips for talking with your kids about their emotions

 

To find a therapist near you, Jennifer recommends asking friends or family who they would recommend or using the following Psychology Today website:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us?tr=Hdr_Brand

Dispelling Therapy Myths Part 1 with Therapist Jennifer Kates

 

Therapy is such an invaluable tool for finding Joy in life. It was a crucial part of my journey to overcoming years of emotional, verbal, and physical abuse that I went through while married to a drug addict. So many people avoid Therapy because they fear it will be a waste of time, too painful, expensive and will just leave them feeling worse.

In this episode of the Unstoppable Joy podcast, I sit down with my sister and therapist, Jennifer Kates to discuss the important topic of Therapy.

 

Jennifer explains:

2:14 How to find a good therapist

3:35 What types of therapists are more likely to have insurance coverage

4:25 Resources for finding a good therapist

5:50 Options for paying for therapy

7:16 How to know if you should see a doctor or therapist

8:30 Why therapy may have failed for you in the past

11:57 What to expect for your first few sessions of therapy

 

To find a therapist near you, Jennifer recommends asking friends or family who they would recommend or using the following Psychology Today website:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us?tr=Hdr_Brand

The Unstoppable Joy Podcast, hosted by Kathryn Currie, today will be discussing heaven and related topics.

Today’s episode is called A Taste of Heaven: Experiencing The Glory of God and features Heather Gavrilides, who survived a severe accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures. Heather shares her journey of recovery, aided by the grace of God and the support of her family.

Kathryn also reflects on her own experience of an accident and how it gave her a taste of heaven. The conversation highlights the importance of faith and the Holy Spirit in overcoming hardships and the eagerness for the ultimate glory in heaven.

To hear more from Heather, subscribe to her blog:

https://immeasurable-love.com/?fbclid=IwAR0FGap8YwHHcbJKZDsCNitU4jKSKHMTVqUcdBoMtzP9FToTt1bqtcQ3O1Q

Scriptures shared in this episode:

Isaiah 26: 13-14

Hebrews 11, 12:1-3

2 Corinthians 5:1-6