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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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29:11

194 – How Music Therapy Can Make a Difference for...

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2025/06/19

Even adults who haven’t been through trauma can tell you that it’s sometimes difficult to talk about our feelings. I think that is the beauty of music therapy. Because clients can come. They don’t necessarily need to say exactly what they want to explore. We can just explore in music.Hi Neighbor, Did you know that music can be a powerful tool for healing in the lives of adopted children navigating trauma? Today, I’m excited to welcome back my neighbor from London, Crystal Luk-Worrall. Crystal is a

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17:25

193 – Reflections on Losing My Friend and Anchor of...

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2025/06/10

Sometimes, life has a way of knocking the wind out of us, suddenly and without warning.Hi Neighbor, How do you navigate those unexpected changes or losses that shake your world? Over time, I’ve learned to find steady ground through simple practices, prayer, journaling, or even a quiet walk outside. In the midst of grief, these anchors have become pockets of peace. I’ve also come to lean on the people in my life, my anchors. Friends who listen, support, and encourage me when life is difficult. In

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05:09

192 – How to Help Your Adopted Child Out of a Ditch...

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2025/06/05

When your adopted child is struggling, how can you support them while being okay yourself?Hi Neighbor, Ever felt like your adopted child was stuck in an emotional ditch? Today’s segment, Getting Out of the Ditch, comes from Episode 183. Jane Baker uses a powerful metaphor: if your child is down in a ditch, you can’t help them by jumping in after them. I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you. You can be okay even if your kids aren’t. Anchors

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05:28

191 – Phone Calls, Police, and Pizza: Navigating...

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2025/05/29

As adoptive parents, we often face incredibly challenging moments, especially when our kids are struggling or make choices that push us to the brink.Hi Neighbor, When things go south, what can you do? You can call the therapist, the case worker, or sometimes, even the police. But what’s next? How can you be okay even if your kids aren’t? Today’s segment, Call for Pizza, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you. You can

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05:53

190 – A Hero Who Never Experienced the Joy of Being...

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2025/05/26

He was called son. He was called grandson. He was called nephew. He was called cousin, and he was called brother.But he was never called husband. He was never called daddy, and he was never called grandpa because he never came home. I hope when I’m finished telling you his story, you might consider calling him hero. Hi Neighbor, This episode was recorded as we prepare to celebrate Memorial Day in the United States. The federal holiday for honoring and mourning the U.S. military personnel who have

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05:10

189 – Why Should Adoptive Parents Nurture Their...

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2025/05/22

Feeling overwhelmed as an adoptive parent? You can’t pour from an empty cup!Hi Neighbor, Parenting, especially in adoptive families, can be overwhelming. There’s only so much you can give before you have nothing more to offer. Today’s segment, The Magic Is in Nurturing Your Relationships, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you. What fills your cup? Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S

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07:05

188 – Family-Time Matters! The Importance of Slowing...

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2025/05/15

Life as an adoptive family can feel like a never-ending whirlwind. What can adoptive parents do to help their family connect and find calm when feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Hi Neighbor, As adoptive parents, it’s easy to get swept away by busy schedules and endless to-dos. Life will pile on demands until you intentionally slow down. It’s okay to say no to yet another commitment and just spend quiet time together. Today’s segment, Family-Time Matters, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage

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09:06

187 – Adoptive Parents: Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy

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2025/05/08

Parenting an adopted child comes with unique challenges, and healing starts with you. Here’s how to truly support your adopted child and yourself.Hi Neighbor, Navigating the intricate journey of adoptive parenting presents unexpected hurdles, especially when trauma, healing, and family history are involved. Today’s segment, Don’t Be Afraid to Go to Therapy, comes from Episode 183. As adoptive parents, it’s okay to seek therapy for yourself. Healing starts with us. When parents seek help for

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186 – Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted...

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2025/05/01

Unresolved grief isn’t always obvious: Grief in adopted children often goes unrecognized, especially in the early years. Challenging behaviors aren’t always just a phase, they can be signals of deeper emotional pain.Hi Neighbor, As adoptive parents, we strive to create safe and loving homes. Yet, sometimes, deeper emotional layers, like unresolved grief, can go unnoticed in our children. Today’s segment, Manifestations of Unresolved Grief in Adopted Children, comes from Episode 183. We’ll explore

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08:32

185 – Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted...

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2025/04/26

A lot of times, adopted children find it difficult to open up to their parents about the struggles they face regarding their adoption. Why is that?Hi Neighbor, Adoptive parenting isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. Understanding the hidden struggles of adopted kids can transform how we support and connect with them. Here are some powerful insights you NEED to hear. Today’s segment, Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Adopted Children, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, take

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10:53

184 – When Adoption is Like a Car Accident with Jane...

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2025/04/19

You can’t heal your child’s pain for them! What can adoptive parents do?Hi Neighbor, In this episode, I want to introduce a new format derived from the more information-packed episodes— short, digestible segments, each centering around a single key concept to support you on your parenting journey. Today’s segment, Adoption is Like a Car Accident, comes from Episode 183. I want to encourage you to listen, take notes, and sit with the idea or ideas that speak to you. Whether your child is okay or

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32:58

183 – Adoption Struggles: Wisdom I Wish I Had Known...

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2025/04/12

It’s not uncommon for me to start getting them at about 11 or 12 because parents have noticed a big shift. When we start getting into it... a lot of it connects back to sadness, grieving, and loss about why didn’t they keep me? What’s wrong with me?Hi Neighbor, Adoption is built on loss. It’s a journey of processing this loss, especially during the preteen and teen years. Parents can’t heal these wounds for their children, but they can create a safe environment for them to do so. Joining me today

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182 – Would He Hate Us for Loving Him This Much? The...

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2025/04/05

Would he hate us for loving him this much? We didn’t know. Would he see this as the ultimate act of betrayal? We didn’t know. Would he embrace the help we had finally found for him? We didn’t know. What we did know was our son needed help, help our love couldn't give him. Hi Neighbor, Can you imagine the heartbreak of watching your child struggle with emotions so raw and unfamiliar, you don’t even know what they mean, let alone how to help? That’s the reality for many adoptive parents. In this

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10:09

181 – When Adoption Feels Overwhelming! Practice the...

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2025/03/30

To some extent, the adoption journey will take a personal toll on you. You might find it difficult to keep yourself regulated. There could be times when you’re easily triggered. You could experience physical and emotional abuse. There might be times when you feel overwhelmed. You can’t breathe. You’re out of control. You feel like you’re drowning. What do you do? May I suggest you practice respite? Hi Neighbor, Feeling overwhelmed in your adoption journey? Remember, it's okay to take a break. As

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180 – EMDR Therapy: A Powerful Tool for Adoptive...

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2025/03/22

When I work with parents, they ask me, have I done it right? Did I do something wrong? How could I have done it better? There is a lot of self-reflection, which is really healthy. But I’m also mindful of the emotional burden that adoptive parents carry all the time. ~Crystal Luk-WorrallHi Neighbor, EMDR therapy for kids? Yes! Initially, for soldiers with PTSD, this therapy helps children process memories, especially those who can't verbalize trauma. Today, I want to welcome my neighbor from London,

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20:09

179 – I Thought I Had Just Killed My Boys

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2025/03/15

When I saw it, my heart sank. I thought I had just killed my boys.Hi Neighbor, I’m switching things up today! Instead of talking about adoption, I want to bring you a message of encouragement. We all face storms in life, and in this episode, I’ll share a weather-related story that reflects that struggle. It might start a little rough, but hang in there—I promise it’s leading somewhere inspiring! Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S. Here’s the link to the book I wrote

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178 – You’re Not Alone! 3 Stories That Shape Adoption...

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2025/03/08

Hi Neighbor,As adoptive parents, we often find ourselves grappling with questions, fears, and challenges unique to the adoption journey. In this episode, I want to share 3 stories that shape Adoption Struggles and Support. This podcast is deeply personal. Yes, it’s to support adoptive parents, but it’s also much more. I want you to know, you’re not alone. Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S. You’re not alone in this journey. If you haven’t joined our private

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10:03

177 – How to be Okay Even When Your Kids Aren’t:...

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2025/03/02

“Take hold of my instructions. Don’t let them go. Guard them, for they are the key to life.” ~Proverbs 4:13Hi Neighbor, How can adoptive parents be okay even if their kids aren’t? May I suggest you hold on to an anchor. In this episode, I’ll consider a concept I call an ”anchor point,” which involves anchoring yourself in biblical principles to find guidance and peace during challenging times. I’ll also share a story from our private community, where an adoptive parent courageously shared their

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08:19

176 – Adoption Struggles and Support: Navigating Hard...

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2025/02/22

It’s a conversation I never wanted to have with my son, Jonny. It’s a conversation I hope adoptive parents never have to have with their children. But it’s a conversation you need to be prepared to have.Hi Neighbor, Today marks a change for this podcast. We’re pivoting from Anchors of Encouragement to Adoption Struggles and Support. In this episode, I’ll share some of the reasons for this pivot and how you can help this podcast reach more adoptive parents. I’ll also share one of the most difficult

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175 – Feeling Like a Wreck as an Adoptive Parent? How...

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2025/02/15

“The things you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” ~Philippians 4:9Hi Neighbor, In this episode, I’ll share a personal story from my adoption journey and how it inspired my words for the year. Ever think about the secret sauce to navigating the highs and lows of the adoption journey? Let’s chat about a concept from Philippians that might be your game-changer: PRACTICE. Daily Doable: If you haven’t listened to them,

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