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

15 – Can You Be Okay Even If? A Difficult Adoption Conversation

It was a day my wife and I had looked forward to celebrating with our son for years. Unfortunately, what was supposed to be a day of celebration turned into a day of tears.
Hi Neighbor!⁣
Is it possible to be okay even if your adoptive child is not? I’m here to tell you IT IS possible. Is it going to be easy? No!
In this episode, I want to share the story of a conversation I had with my son Jonny four years ago. I believe it’s a conversation adoptive parents need to be prepared to have.
I also believe having this conversation with Jonny, is one of the reasons he is turning his life around today.
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
P.S. If you missed my interview with Jonny in episode 14, you can catch it here. In it, he shares one of the tools he is putting into practice.
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14 – Hope for Adoptive Parents? Try 10-10-10 a Powerful Coping Tool for Struggling Adoptees

If you asked me four years ago if I would ever have a conversation like I’m having today with my son, I don’t know that I would have believed you.
Hi Neighbor!⁣
If there’s one thing I want to give other adopted parents today, it’s hope. There’s hope if you just hang in there. And as you’re going to see in this episode, if you can get tools that your child will embrace, then there’s the possibility that they can turn their behavior and then turn their life around.
In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, my son Jonny joins me to share a tool he learned to use while he was in residential treatment. A tool that has helped him in his life.
It’s called 10, 10, 10.
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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13 – Journaling Prompts – How to Partner With God to Persist in Life?

He faced one discouraging obstacle after another, yet through it all, he persisted. How did he do it? First, he partnered with God.
Hi Neighbor!⁣
In this episode of Anchors of Encouragement, I’m going to begin a new feature on the podcast. Each week I would like to bring to you a journaling exercise. I’m calling these Pen-to-Paper Journaling Prompts.
They are based on my own journaling experience.
This episode’s journaling prompt is inspired by the story of one of my favorite Bible characters.
I’ll also share with you an easy way to begin journaling even if you have never done it before. Plus how you can persist with pen-to-paper in order to partner with God. 
And so much more.
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
P.S. Here are a couple of my favorite Bible Apps for comparing translations. YouVersion and Blue Letter Bible
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12 – 3 Ways Adoptive Parents Can Find Support and Peace in the Storms of Life?

How can adoptive parents find Support and Peace in the storms of life? May I suggest you seek out your safe harbors?
Hi Neighbor!
What would it feel like to have support and peace when life gets tough? I know what it feels like when that hasn’t been the case. Perhaps you do too.
In this episode, I would like to consider three ways adoptive parents can find support and peace in the storms of life. These three ways are basically three safe harbors in which you can find support.
⁣Plus I’ll share a BONUS harbor that is quickly becoming my go-to place for support. And as always, we’ll end with your Daily Doable.⁣
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor,Tim
P.S. If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 
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11 – Adoption Life Chaotic? 3 Ways Adoptive Parents Can Find Calm In the Chaos

Is adoption life chaotic for you? Is it possible for adoptive parents to find calm in the chaos? I believe it's not only possible to see it, but I believe it's possible to experience calm in chaos too. But first, you have to become a copycat.
Hi Neighbor!
Would you like to find calm in the chaos of life storms? In this episode, we will consider 3 WRITE Ways to Be a Copycat and See Calm In Chaos?
Plus your BONUS way to be a copycat and your Daily Doable.
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor,
Tim
P.S. If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 
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10 – 3 Reasons Why It’s Good to Reach Out to a Nocturnal Anchor?

Life has just sucker punched you. It's late at night. You're alone with your thoughts and you cannot process the pain that you're in. What do you do? May I suggest that you reach out to a Nocturnal Anchor?
Hi Neighbor!
Stuff happens in life, but not on our timetable. It seems to happen at the most inopportune time, but it's how we react and what we do that makes the difference or can make the difference in how we're able to process the pain.
In this episode, consider with me 3 Reasons Why It’s Good to Reach Out to a Nocturnal Anchor? 
And…
What is a Nocturnal Anchor?
What qualities should a person look for in a Nocturnal Anchor?
What are the Benefits and Blessings of a Nocturnal Anchor?
Plus your Daily Doable.
Hope and Healing are on the way.
Your Neighbor, Tim
P.S.If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 
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9 – Adoption Trauma Defined! Part 2: How to Find Help and a Good Therapist with Jane Baker

A Conversation With Adoption Trauma Therapist, Jane Baker
Hi Neighbor!⁣⁣⁣⁣
This is Part 2 of my interview with Jane Baker. If you haven’t listened to Part 1, you can catch that in Episode 8.
As an adoptive parent, there were many times I doubted myself. I thought I had failed my boys. That kind of thinking does not serve you or your family well.
This episode is very TACTICAL. Jane will discuss treatment options for adoption trauma and some of the qualities you should look for in a therapist.
All that and SO MUCH MORE!
Hope and Healing are on the way.
TAKEAWAYS…
In some adopted children, you see a Pervasive Pursuit of Life on their terms.
As a parent, tell your adopted child you understand WHY they behave the way they do. It’s NOT okay but you understand.
When you have more conflict in your home than you desire, the whole family needs o go to therapy.
A therapist CAN NOT take you any further than they have been.
When you've gotten to the place where you tried everything and you're not getting the result you need, it doesn't mean there's something wrong with you as a parent. It means you need more tools in your toolbox.
SHOW NOTES...Looking for a Therapist?Jane Baker, LICSW – Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Jane is a Master's Level Therapist.
Other levels of Therapist Licensing, Masters and above: LISCW, LPC, or Doctorate
Therapeutic approaches: Family Systems, Developmental Trauma, Individual Sessions, and Family Sessions
Contact Jane BakerWebsite: Adoption AssociatesEmail: jbaker@adoption-associates.cominfo@adoption-associates.comPhone: 1.256.353.8528 
Websites:The Child Trauma NetworkThe Attach Organization Love and Logic 
Books mentioned...Hope for Healing by the Attach organizationParenting With Love and Logic by Jim Fay and Foster Cline.
Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣
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8 – Adoption Trauma Defined! Part 1: How to Understand Its Causes and Effects with Jane Baker

A Conversation With Adoption Trauma Therapist, Jane Baker
Hi Neighbor!⁣⁣⁣⁣
⁣⁣In this episode, I'm excited to introduce to you, my neighbor from Alabama, Jane Baker. Jane will be talking about adoption and adoption trauma.
One thing you’re going to notice right away is Jane’s passion for adopted kids. It was her passion that made a huge difference in my son’s life and my family.
Jane was a member of the treatment team for my son when he was away from us at the Residential Treatment Center for Teens. 
I know my son wouldn't be where he is today had it not been for people like Jane as he was coming to terms with his adoption trauma.
This is a Must-Listen episode. You’re going to want to take notes. There’s so much here.
Make sure to listen until the end.
Hoping and Healing are on the way!
TAKEAWAYS...
Adoption is as normal as rain. It's just different. 
Babies experience what their birth mothers experience.
If you could weigh adoption trauma on a scale, the intensity of behaviors on one side and the intensity of loss on the other side will ALWAYS balance out.
When children are placed for adoption, there is a wound that goes along with them... whatever it is, they have to do the healing part.
For some children, it’s a bigger struggle than for others.
⁣⁣⁣⁣Your Neighbor,⁣⁣⁣⁣Tim⁣⁣⁣⁣
P.S. If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 
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7 – 2 Stories On Why I Created the Podcast Anchors of Encouragement?

Why in the world would someone who lives so far away from me, call me that?
Hi Neighbor!
Wouldn't it be wonderful if we would just greet each other with a simple phrase, Hi Neighbor?
In this episode, I would like to share with you a couple of stories to illustrate why I just called you Neighbor. And then secondly, why I created the podcast Anchors of Encouragement.
I hope you enjoy this episode.
Your Neighbor,Tim
P.S. I’ll tie both stories into your Daily Doable.
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6 – 3 Ways to Face Adversity with Courage and Confidence? Admit, Ask & Accept

I Was Dreading This Moment. It Was Time to Say Goodbye!
Hi Neighbor!
Have you ever had to say a hard goodbye? We all have. They can turn you into a nervous wreck. You’re anxious, scared, and unsure of yourself. I know I was.
Today, I would like to share with you a story about the hardest goodbye I’ve ever had to say. I’ve said final goodbyes to both my parents. Those were hard goodbyes, but the goodbye I have in mind today is by far the hardest one I’ve ever had to say.
In this episode, I’m also going to share with you 3 Ways to Face Adversity with Courage and Confidence.
I hope these ideas encourage you.
Tim
P.S. I’ll also share a bonus way to face adversity with the Supreme Anchor and tie it all together with your Daily Doable.
If this podcast has given you the courage and confidence to face storms in your life, the number one way you can thank me is to leave a written review on Apple Podcasts. 
Tell a friend about the show. Take a screenshot of this episode, share it in your Instagram stories, and tag me @TimMaudlin. 
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