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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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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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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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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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11:55

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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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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08:23

174 – Practical Techniques to Manage Triggers: Empty...

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2025/02/07

Whenever you find yourself triggered and negative thoughts are running through your head, what can you do? May I suggest it's time to empty the garbage? Hi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. This is the last episode in our series where I’ve been laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them into acronyms, like a

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08:30

173 – Feeling Compassion: The Good Samaritan and the...

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2025/02/01

“Then a despised Samaritan came along, and when he saw the man, he felt compassion for him.” ~Luke 10:33 NLTHi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved word jumbles. Each

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07:55

172 – From Anxious to Intentional: 4 Strategies for...

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2025/01/26

“Therefore, don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Matthew 6:34 CSBHi Neighbor, Welcome to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my

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06:17

171 – Words Like Honey: The Impact of Kind Words on...

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2025/01/17

“Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body..” ~Proverbs 16:24 NLTHi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved word jumbles. Each episode

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08:15

170 – The Principle of Generosity: Practical Tips to...

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2025/01/08

“The generous will prosper. Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” ~Proverbs 11:25 NLTHi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs, if you will, to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them down into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved

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07:56

169 – Embracing Stillness to Self-Regulation and...

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2025/01/06

“When snow falls, nature listens.” ~Antoinette van Kleeff When snow falls, nature seems to slow down. Everything becomes quieter and calmer. Wouldn't it be wonderful if we could harness that sense of calm for ourselves? I believe we can. Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement, this one during a winter storm warning! In our previous episodes, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs, if you will, to a word jumble. Here’s a

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06:34

168 – Support for Adoptive Parents: 2 Are Better Than...

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2025/01/03

“All for One and One for All!”Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. In our previous episode, I began laying the foundation for my words this year, giving you breadcrumbs, if you will, to a word jumble. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them down into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved word jumbles. Each episode will bring new insights and tools to help you

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08:15

167 – Affirmations for Adoptive Parents in the New Year

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2025/01/01

“Your road led through the sea, Your pathway through the mighty waters, a pathway no one knew was there.” ~Psalm 77:19Hi Neighbor, Welcome you to another unplugged episode of Anchors of Encouragement. Today, I’m going to begin revealing what my words are for the coming year. Here’s a hint: I’m going to reveal these words slowly. We’ll dive deep into their meanings by breaking them down into acronyms, like a little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved word jumbles. Each episode will bring new

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166 – What’s Your Word? How to Navigate the...

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2024/12/28

Hi Neighbor,December is a month where a lot of us select our word for the coming year. A word to provide a compass and guidance and direction as we anticipate the challenges and aspirations of the coming year. Have you ever chosen a word to guide you through the year? As we enter the New Year, I want to encourage you to choose a word, or words, that will serve as your compass and guiding light. If you need support or would like to bounce your ideas off of me, feel free to reach out via email or

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165 – 3 Steps to Help Adoptive Parents See the Silver...

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2024/12/21

“When the dark clouds of despair have darkened the pathway of life's progress, just remember that behind each cloud is a silver lining, if you will only learn to see it.” ~Napoleon HillHi Neighbor, Adoptive parents sometimes face dark clouds of adversity in their adoption journeys, but remember: every dark cloud has a silver lining. In this journaling episode, we’ll consider the transformative power of seeing silver linings amidst adversity. Whether you're facing the unique challenges of the

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