Faith And Healing
3 episodes tagged "Faith And Healing".
Grieving the family you never had? (God's plan) |
Are you grieving the family you didn't have? Let's talk about the beauty of "surrogate" family and how God fills the gaps. ❤️🩹 As a dad raising a son, listening to this conversation hit me right in the chest. When you come from a fractured family tree, one of the deepest, quietest pains is realizing your kids might lack the grandparents, aunts, or uncles they deserve. But as my guest shared today, when you lack that biological foundation, God has a beautiful way of providing "surrogates." You might have friends who step in and love your kids so fiercely that they become family. They become the aunts, the uncles, and the grandparents your kids need. It’s not just a coping mechanism; it’s a gift. It’s God's family stepping into the gaps. If you feel like your family is lacking today, look around at the healthy people stepping into your life. That is family. 💬 Let me know in the comments: Who is a "surrogate" family member in your life that you are incredibly grateful for? Tag them below! 👇 If this brought you some peace today, hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE to Sober Psychology for more raw truth on faith, mental health, and healing your family tree.
Recovery & Oversharing Finding Worth in God's Image
🔁 “In Recovery, Oversharing Can Become the New Drug” | Faith, Identity & Self-Worth Short Here’s a tough pill wrapped in truth: In recovery, oversharing can become the new drug. You start spilling your soul—not to connect—but to feel worthy. It’s the same dopamine hit, just dressed in vulnerability. But here’s what shifted everything for me: ⚓ I stopped chasing worth in temporary things—career, status, validation, even friendships. Because those things? They’re finite. They move. They fade. They let you down. Instead, I began to find my value in something infinite. 🕊️ My relationship with God. If I believe He created me in His image… If I ask Him daily to help me see myself the way He sees me… Then I don’t need to over-explain, over-post, or over-share to feel enough. That identity? That worth? It’s already secured. 🛑 But I’m not saying it’s easy. I still struggle daily. That’s the human condition. But I’d rather struggle with a rooted identity than chase peace in places that can’t offer it. So pause before you pour out everything. Ask: "Am I trying to feel worthy—or am I living like I already am?"
Men's Mental Health Finding Serenity Through Faith & Sobriety
💬 “Why I’m Still Sober—Men’s Mental Health, Faith & Finding Serenity” | Recovery & Gratitude Short At the time of this recording, it’s Men’s Mental Health Month—and I want to speak directly to the guys out there who’ve been told to “tough it out” instead of talk it out. As a recovered alcoholic and someone who's walked through OCD and a whole acronym salad of diagnoses, I’ve seen the darkest corners of the human mind—and by the grace of God, I’ve made it to the other side. Yes, I’m a Christian. Yes, God is the reason I’m sober. Not willpower. Not hacks. Faith. Leaning in every single day. Recovery isn’t always about giant breakthroughs. It’s about learning to live in that middle space—where the highs don’t launch you into mania and the lows don’t drag you into despair. That’s what I’ve found. That’s serenity. To my returning viewers—thank you. We're closing in on 500 subscribers and making some real traction on Spotify. We’re growing this message, one honest conversation at a time. Whether you're here for the faith, the psychology, or the brutal honesty—thank you for showing up. We’re not done yet.