Genuine Life with Jodie Stevens

Escaping a Cult (Christian Science, False Teachings and More)

Escaping a Cult (Christian Science, False Teachings and More) Episode 4 Join me and author Lauren Hunter as we talk about cults and false teaching in the church. She will share how she escaped Christian Science; and tell of the long term emotional and psychological impact of being raised in a cult. Learn what Christian Science teaches and how it deviates from Christianity. Listen as I try to explain to HER what Christian Science is...poorly! We will also discuss the mental, spiritual, and psychological impact of invalidation. By this I mean the result of having our physical and emotional needs ignored or invalidated.  

Shame and the False Self (and how to unearth our true self)

Shame and the False Self (and how to unearth our true self) Episode 3

Many of us put forth a false-front or what is called the False-Self. This is the 'us' we think others will like better. We are afraid if they see the real 'us' they won't like us or they will reject us. This may have served a 'good' purpose in our family of origin...and possibly even saved our life. However, when we are older, this False-Self becomes destructive and it backfires. In this episode, I will share how God removed my False-Self and my need for approval. I believe He wants to do the same for you by removing your shame. It begins with deep self-exploration as we allow God to shine His light into the darkest areas of our lives and begin the pruning process. This is a painful but necessary part of our growth as we are told in John 15:1-2: "I am the true vine, and my father is the gardener, He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful."

Sobriety and Marriage (and the key to 33 years of combines sobriety) Episode`1

Sobriety and Marriage (the key to 33 years of combined sobriety) Episode 1

My husband joins me on this show to talk about our combined 33 years of sobriety together. Learn how we got sober and how we are staying sober. We will also talk about addiction and family dynamics, bargaining with God (and alcohol), Serenity Prayer breakdown, stuffing, invalidating, relapse, hope, healing, and help.