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ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption Trauma, Parenting Guides, Biblical Encouragement, Respite, Anxiety Bible Verses

Tim Maudlin, Adoptive Parent, Adoption Life Coach

The Go-to Podcast for Struggling Adoptive Parents Who Need Biblical Encouragement In Their Parenting Journey!**Top 2% Globally Ranked Podcast****Top 15 Best Adoptive Mom Podcast – MillionPodcasts ****Top 50 Christian Parenting Podcast**Did you finally realize your dream of having a family only to have your happily ever after turn into a nightmare? Are you constantly second-guessing your parenting, anxious about whether your child will make good choices and remain faithful? Have you neglected

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11:59

118 – Struggling To Understand a Bible Verse? 3 Ways...

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2024/03/23

Have you ever found the wording in a Bible verse confusing and hard to understand? Well, I’ve been there. In this episode, I want to show you a simple way to not only understand the meaning of a Bible verse but also 3 ways to help you anchor to the text.Hi Neighbor, Today’s episode is based on a question from one of our listeners from Episode 99. If you have a question or comment for me, please send an email to tim@anchorsofencouragement.com Struggling to understand Bible verses? In this episode of

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117 – Does God Hear Your Tears? 3 Biblical...

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2024/03/16

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by life that words escape you and all you can do is cry? I’m here to assure you that every tear you shed speaks volumes to the God who created you. Hi Neighbor, Even in moments when your emotions are stretched to the breaking point and words fail you, rest assured that you’re not journeying through your struggles alone. In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, we’ll consider 3 profound truths from Psalm 56 to give you biblical encouragement when life is tough

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116 – How To Support Adoptive Parents: Biblical...

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2024/03/07

Do you know an adoptive parent who is heartbroken? Feeling overwhelmed? Maybe this person can’t think straight, or maybe they are struggling with their faith. They might even feel lost, lonely, and afraid. Do you want to know how you can encourage this person? May I suggest you say a prayer?Hi Neighbor, In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I’ll share a powerful way to support adoptive parents who are feeling overwhelmed and struggling with their faith. We’ll do this by considering the song

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115 – Remember: Experience Hope and Healing After...

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2024/03/02

On March 2nd, many years ago, a devastating tornado hit my hometown. As the anniversary approached, painful memories flooded back, but also valuable lessons.Hi Neighbor, Memories of tragedy can be overwhelming, but facing them head-on can lead to healing and growth. Join me in this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement as I talk about the importance of processing difficult experiences by writing down your memories. This simple act can have a profound impact on your well-being. Hope and

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08:35

114 – Heartbroken and Overwhelmed in Your Adoption...

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2024/02/29

I’m imagining there is an adoptive parent reading this who is heartbroken and feeling overwhelmed. You can’t think straight. Maybe you’re struggling with your faith. You feel lost, lonely, and afraid. And you’re wondering, how can I ever get past this? I’m here to tell you I’ve been there, and I want you to know tomorrow is a brand new day. Hi Neighbor, In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I want to share a powerful message of hope and resilience for all those dark days in the adoptive

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04:49

113 – Anxious? Try This Simple Anxiety Grounding...

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2024/02/22

What is something that can cause you anxiety, but also reduce your anxiety? Answer: For me, it’s snow.Hi Neighbor, In this unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I want to share one of my favorite anxiety grounding techniques with you. It’s something I’ve been doing for years. I also share a happy memory of doing it when I was in college. Daily Doable: Identify those anxiety grounding techniques you can use whenever you need a break, whenever you need some respite. Hope and healing are on

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11:16

112 – 5 Ways To Get Unstuck and Start Journaling Today

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2024/02/16

Some days are easier than others. Some days don't go as expected. What do you do when there is ONE curve ball after another thrown at you? I’ve discovered a lot of things are out of my control. But there’s ONE thing I can control, ONE thing I do almost every day. That ONE thing helps me to prepare for the unpredictability of any day. Hi Neighbor, To journal or not to journal? Five questions to consider. This is the fifth and final episode of this 5-part series about journaling. Question Number 5:

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111 – Journaling Anxiety? 5 Ways to Journal the WRITE...

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2024/02/10

It’s easy to get tripped up journaling. Trust me, I know. There are so many different ways you can journal, and you’re left wondering, “Is there a right or wrong way to do it?” I’m hoping by sharing my experiences, using the WRITE way, that will help liberate you and help you to choose the way or ways that are best for you. Hi, Neighbor. To journal or not to journal? Five questions to consider. This is the fourth of a 5-part series about journaling. Question Number 4: Is There a Right or Wrong Way

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110 – 3 Writing Prompts To Make Journaling Easy and...

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2024/02/01

Those who know me know I love to draw. I’ve been doing it all my life, from scribbles on my grandma’s wallpaper to drawings of buildings. For almost 30 years, I was an architectural illustrator. I’ve drawn buildings located all over the world. From this podcast, you probably know I love to journal. I’ve been journaling for over 5 years. But there’s something about me I bet you didn't know. I have a confession to make. Whether it’s drawing or journaling, Every time I see a blank sheet of paper, I get

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12:06

109 – Don’t Have Time to Journal? Try a 5-Minute Process

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2024/01/25

My dad had a heart attack at 45. It was scary. Thankfully, it was the warning kind of heart attack… This was a wake-up call for him and a wake-up call for me. Dad began riding an exercise bike, I began cycling. I understood this was a process. There were benefits to doing what I was doing. Just like I've experienced the benefits of cycling and later hiking. I've also experienced the benefits of something else I've talked about on this podcast, journaling. Hi, Neighbor. To journal or not to journal

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108 – Anxious, Overwhelmed, or Angry? 3 Journaling...

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2024/01/20

At first, I wasn’t a believer. You might even call me a doubting Thomas. It wasn’t until I saw with my own eyes the power of this simple practice. Now I’m a believer too. Hi, Neighbor. To Journal or Not to Journal? Five questions to consider. This is the first of a 5-part series that I want to share with you about journaling. Question Number 1: What Are the Benefits of Journaling? In today's episode, we'll consider that question with 3 game-changing benefits that sealed the deal for me. I also

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107 – 3-Step Parenting Guide for Overcoming Criticism...

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2024/01/12

As an adoptive parent, do you ever second-guess yourself? What did I do wrong? Do you listen to critics and let them get you down? Have you responded to negative criticism and it didn’t go well? Hi, Neighbor. I’m here to tell you, don’t beat yourself up. In this episode, I’ll share 3 ways adoptive parents can navigate these challenges in their adoption journeys. Verses mentioned in this episode. “For our earthly fathers disciplined us for a few years, doing the best they knew how. But God’s

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106 – Worried About Your Children’s Future? Biblical...

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2024/01/04

Do you worry about your children’s future? Will they make wise choices? Will they be successful? And most importantly, will they remain faithful? Hi Neighbor, I’m here to encourage you. Don’t give up! In this episode, I want to offer you some biblical encouragement with a time-tested proverb and share a personal story of how that was manifested in my life. Proverbs 22:6 NLT – “Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.” Proverbs 22:6 NKJ – “Train up a

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105 – Healthy Relationships of an Open Adoption With...

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2023/12/28

When my daughter was five, we got a letter from her birth mother at Christmas time saying, “I started thinking about grad school but then, you know, 9-11 happened and we invaded Iraq... I’m planning on joining the army. I’m going to be going off to officer training school and in case I don’t come back, I want to come and spend the weekend with you and meet my daughter.” Hi Neighbor, Joining me today is my neighbor from San Jose, Terri Marcroft. Terri is an adoptive mom and a passionate advocate of

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104 – The Worries, Wishes and Desires of Adoptive...

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2023/12/21

Hi, Neighbor, Welcome to a special behind-the-scenes episode of Anchors of Encouragement. Over the past several weeks, I’ve had the privilege to speak to many adoptive parents. Even though I am an adoptive parent, it’s my desire to get to know you better so that I can create content and episodes that speak to you. After these conversations, I realized I needed to update the description for this podcast. I want it to reflect what I heard you say you want to hear on this show, and that’s what I

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42:25

103 – An Adoption Story About His Teddy Bear: From...

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2023/12/14

The most healing moment for me was actually getting my adoption file from the authorities and reading a letter from my birth mother about the teddy bear. It became abundant to me that the teddy bear was a symbol of her love, not a consolation prize. Hi Neighbor, Trauma can lie dormant for a long time, even decades. Unexpectedly, trauma can be triggered by the most seemingly innocent things. Joining me today, is my neighbor from Great Britain, Simon Benn. Simon is an adoptee. The insights that he

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09:53

102 – POOF! How to Clear Your Mind of Negative Thoughts

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2023/12/07

Hi Neighbor, Do you ever feel weighed down with negative thoughts running through your mind? Maybe you even feel overwhelmed or even stuck. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could do something and poof, those negative thoughts would just go away? Grab a pen and paper, because today, I’m going to share with you a tool that will let you do just that. Hope and healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S. Would you please consider leaving a review for the show? Here is a short video to show you how.

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101 – Every Adoption Begins With Trauma, Loss, and...

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2023/11/30

“My message to parents is this is okay. These things will work out over time. This is going to happen. This is not personal. That's not a personal attack on your cooking or anything. These are messages. These are ways in which the child perhaps needs to assert herself or communicate her initial reluctance.... (Today) she’s a college graduate. She has a wonderful job, and she’s a productive member of this community. She’s loving and caring. All of these things took time, but these were the hurdles

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11:42

100 – Are Your Holidays Sad? Remember God’s Faithful...

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2023/11/23

Hi Neighbor, Are your holidays ever sad? I understand. Mine have been too. In this episode, I want to share Psalms 136 and 143 with you. I lean on the truths in these Psalms to shift my perspective when life gets tough and the holidays are sad. I pray this blesses you. Hope and healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S. Would you please consider leaving a review for the show? Here is a short video to show you how.

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99 – From Hard to Hope: 4 Ways to Find Help in the...

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2023/11/16

Hi Neighbor, In this third of a 3-part series, I want to consider with you an audio clip taken from my interview with Dr. Rick Morton of Lifeline Children’s Services. You can hear that interview in Episode 93. Today, I’m going to share a story with you about why the easy part of adoption happens before the papers are signed. The hard part actually begins when you bring your child home. We’ll also consider 4 ways to flip the script on hard and make it doable by following the invitation of Jesus in

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