ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption, Adoption Trauma, Adoptive Parents, Parenting, Biblical Encouragement, Journaling

Tim Maudlin, Adoptive Parent, Adoption Mentor, Ambassador of Encouragement
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ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption, Adoption Trauma, Adoptive Parents, Parenting, Biblical Encouragement, Journaling

The Go-to Podcast for Struggling Adoptive Parents Who Need Support In Their Parenting Journey! **TOP 2% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST** ** 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? Do you wish more than anything that your child would know Christ and just turn out ”OK”? Have you neglected yourself to the point that it’s taken a personal toll on you? Hi Neighbor! Welcome to Anchors of Encouragement. I’m Tim Maudlin: Husband, Adoptive Parent, Disciple of Christ, and Ambassador of Encouragement. I too felt the joy of having a family of my own and I wished we could be like other families. But I found myself up late at night, anxious about my child’s future and asking myself, ”Why is this happening? Am I a failure as a parent?” It was only by grabbing a lifeline from God and my friends that I was able to navigate the challenges of adoptive life. And now I can’t wait to share everything I’ve learned with you. My mission is to be your friend and encourager, to throw adoptive parents a lifeline, and offer biblical mindset support as you partner with Christ, providing stability as your anchor when you need it the most. If you’re ready for real and raw talk, with strategies and insights that lead to peace beyond comprehension so you not only survive but thrive in life’s storms, this podcast is for you. Hope and Healing are on the way! I’m here for you, neighbor! Connect: AnchorsOfEncouragement@gmail.com Community: facebook.com/groups/anchorsofencouragement Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmaudlin/

  1. HACE 2 DÍAS

    176 – Adoption Struggles and Support: Navigating Hard Conversations

    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 conversations I had with my son Jonny. A conversation filled with lessons and essential truths that every adoptive parent might need to face at some point.  Anchors of hope and Healing are on the way.Your Neighbor,Tim P.S. Listen to today’s episode and share it with fellow adoptive parents. These conversations foster strength and understanding in our community. Be the anchor others may need right now. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey.

    8 min

  2. 15 FEB

    175 – Feeling Like a Wreck as an Adoptive Parent? How Practice Leads to Peace

    “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 4:9 Hi 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, check out Episodes 167-174. They help lay the foundation for the concepts behind PRACTICE. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    7 min

  3. 7 FEB

    174 – Practical Techniques to Manage Triggers: Empty Mental Garbage

    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 little puzzle – a tribute to my Mom who loved word jumbles. Each episode will bring new insights and tools to help you navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “E.” Feeling overwhelmed by negativity? In this episode, learn how to combat triggers with pen and paper. It is an empowering way to reclaim your mental space and find peace of mind. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    8 min

  4. 1 FEB

    173 – Feeling Compassion: The Good Samaritan and the Invisible Wounds of Adoption

    “Then a despised Samaritan came along, and when he saw the man, he felt compassion for him.” ~Luke 10:33 NLT Hi 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 episode will bring new insights and tools to help you navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “C.” Oftentimes, the wounds in the adoption journey are not visible but they hurt nonetheless. In this episode, let’s consider the story of the Good Samaritan and how to feel compassion and show mercy to adopted children and their parents.  They need us to be neighbors who care deeply and offer support during their hardest times.  Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    9 min

  5. 26 ENE

    172 – From Anxious to Intentional: 4 Strategies for Adoptive Parents

    “Therefore, don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Matthew 6:34 CSB Hi 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 episode will bring new insights and tools to help you navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “I.” The adoption journey is filled with challenges, distractions, and anxiety. How do we stay focused? By being intentional every day.  I’ll share 4 ways that help me to be intentional. And one my son Jonny shared in Episode 14. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    8 min

  6. 17 ENE

    171 – Words Like Honey: The Impact of Kind Words on the Adoptive Journey

    “Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body..” ~Proverbs 16:24 NLT Hi 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 episode will bring new insights and tools to help you navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “C.” The words we choose to share can be comforting and uplifting. A small compliment or kind word can make a significant difference in someone's day. I’ll share two stories to illustrate this concept. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    6 min

  7. 8 ENE

    170 – The Principle of Generosity: Practical Tips to Refresh and Enrich Adoptive Parents

    “The generous will prosper. Those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” ~Proverbs 11:25 NLT Hi 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 will bring new insights and tools to help you navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “P.” We’ll explore how to intentionally put principles in play to refresh adoptive parents. But the principle is only beginning to accomplish its purpose. Listen to find out why. Our principle and affirmation comes from the book of Proverbs, chapter 11, verse 25. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    8 min

  8. 6 ENE

    169 – Embracing Stillness to Self-Regulation and Inner Calm

    “When snow falls, nature listens.” ~Antoinette van KleeffWhen 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 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 navigate the year with faith and confidence. Don’t miss out on the journey! Today’s word begins with the letter, “R.” We’ll explore how to harness the calming effects of snowfall to bring intentional stillness into our lives. Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim  P.S. If this podcast uplifted you, please share it and be an anchor of encouragement for others. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. Here is a short video to show you how. Join our safe space for adoptive parents. Let’s replace isolation with connection, loneliness with community, and anxiety with hope. You’re never alone on this journey. Reach out to Tim: email tim@anchorsofencouragement.com

    8 min
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The Go-to Podcast for Struggling Adoptive Parents Who Need Support In Their Parenting Journey! **TOP 2% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST** ** 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? Do you wish more than anything that your child would know Christ and just turn out ”OK”? Have you neglected yourself to the point that it’s taken a personal toll on you? Hi Neighbor! Welcome to Anchors of Encouragement. I’m Tim Maudlin: Husband, Adoptive Parent, Disciple of Christ, and Ambassador of Encouragement. I too felt the joy of having a family of my own and I wished we could be like other families. But I found myself up late at night, anxious about my child’s future and asking myself, ”Why is this happening? Am I a failure as a parent?” It was only by grabbing a lifeline from God and my friends that I was able to navigate the challenges of adoptive life. And now I can’t wait to share everything I’ve learned with you. My mission is to be your friend and encourager, to throw adoptive parents a lifeline, and offer biblical mindset support as you partner with Christ, providing stability as your anchor when you need it the most. If you’re ready for real and raw talk, with strategies and insights that lead to peace beyond comprehension so you not only survive but thrive in life’s storms, this podcast is for you. Hope and Healing are on the way! I’m here for you, neighbor! Connect: AnchorsOfEncouragement@gmail.com Community: facebook.com/groups/anchorsofencouragement Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timmaudlin/

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