Episodes

Sunday Aug 22, 2021
How do I Know if I'm an Alcoholic or Addict (Episode 32)
Sunday Aug 22, 2021
Sunday Aug 22, 2021
How do I Know if I'm an Alcoholic or Addict (Episode 32)
In this episode I will share the eleven signs (from the DSM-5) that mental health professionals use to determine if someone has a substance abuse problem. I will be brutally honest with you and share how these eleven signs manifested in my own life before I quit drinking. I pray this will help you or a loved one get into treatment for their addiction.

Sunday Aug 15, 2021
What Does Forgiveness Have to do with Recovery Anyway? (Episode 31)
Sunday Aug 15, 2021
Sunday Aug 15, 2021
What Does Forgiveness Have to do with Recovery Anyway? (Episode 31)
Why does Alcoholics Anonymous refer to resentment as "the number one offender?" Why is resentment and unforgiveness so damaging to our health? In this episode we dive into the physical, mental, and spiritual ramifications of resentment and unforgiveness. We will talk about how to rise above the hurt and pain of betrayal; how to actually forgive someone, and more.

Monday Aug 09, 2021
What is Emotional Sobriety (Episode 30)
Monday Aug 09, 2021
Monday Aug 09, 2021
The term 'Emotional Sobriety' is most often used in the addiction recovery realm since addictions are 'Band-Aid's' of sorts used to suppress painful emotions. Have you ever known someone who got sober and their behavior was just as bad if not worse as when they were drinking and using? In this episode I describe what emotional sobriety is and how you can get it!

Monday Jul 26, 2021
Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders - Causes and Treatments (Episode 29)
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Monday Jul 26, 2021
Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders - Causes and Treatments (Episode 29)
In this episode I'm joined by Marriage and Family Therapist Susan Reynolds. In this impactful conversation we mix personal stories and therapeutic advice to unpack all aspects of anxiety. We talk about the different types of anxiety disorders and causes; manifestations of anxiety in childhood; Generalized Anxiety Disorder vs other types; repressed emotions and anxiety; addictions and anxiety; ways to self manage panic attacks; transference of anxiety and more.

Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Five Keys to Overcoming Anxiety & Panic Attacks (Episode 28)
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Five Keys to Overcoming Anxiety & Panic Attacks (Episode 28)
I began having bad anxiety and panic attacks when I was 21, right after I started my radio career. Luckily, I don't have panic attacks anymore. Through my recovery process I discovered many tips, tricks, and lifelong habits to battle and overcome anxiety and panic attacks. I will share 5 of them in this episode.

Monday Jul 12, 2021
Forgiveness and Redemption from Abortion and Addiction (Episode 27)
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Forgiveness and Redemption from Abortion and Addiction (Episode 27)
Don't miss this impactful episode about God's amazing grace and power to set us free from guilt and shame from abortion, addiction and more. I'm joined by author Jane S. Daly who wrote "The Girl in the Cardboard Box." She will share her powerful story of redemption and forgiveness after an abortion. I will share my story of finding freedom from addiction. Through our personal stories and theology we will prove that no one is ever beyond God's forgiveness and amazing grace.

Monday Jul 05, 2021
How Shame and Addiction Impact our Identity (Episode 26)
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
How Shame and Addiction Impact our Identity (Episode 26)
Learn about the roots of addiction and shame and how the combination of these two destructive things can impact our identity. We will discuss how addiction is often times a replacement for what we lack the courage to do. With courage, connection, and God's love, it is possible to overcome our shame and addictions, reclaim our true identity, and live the life we were created to live.

Sunday Jun 27, 2021
Fasting for Victory Over Addictions & Strongholds (Episode 25)
Sunday Jun 27, 2021
Sunday Jun 27, 2021
Fasting for Victory Over Addictions & Strongholds (Episode 25)
In this episode I'm joined by speaker, minister and author of The Jericho Fast Rhoda Faye Diehl. We will share our personal testimonies about overcoming addictions, toxic relationships, and bad lifestyle choices. You will also learn how the power of prayer and fasting can create tremendous breakthroughs in your life and ministry; and how fasting and prayer can break the power of demonic strongholds, addictions and more.