Episode 213: PTSD and Relationships - Forgiveness is NOT a One Time Thing

In this powerful episode, we explore the inspiring story of Anne Smith and her husband, Nelson, as they navigate the challenges of love, trauma, and healing. From meeting in Afghanistan to battling the impact of PTSD on their marriage, Anne and Nelson share how vulnerability, professional therapy, and the support of their Christian community helped them rebuild their relationship. Their journey is a testament to the power of forgiveness and the strength it takes to heal together. Whether you’re facing relationship struggles or personal battles, this conversation offers hope, guidance, and encouragement to seek help and embrace the healing process. ✨ Key Takeaways: • The importance of vulnerability in healing and relationships • How EMDR therapy helped Nelson process trauma • The role of community and faith in recovery • Why forgiveness is a daily, intentional choice Anne's Book - Recalibrated: HOW A GREEN BERET AND HIS BRIDE OVERCAME REALITIES OF COMBAT AND A BROKEN RELATIONSHIP THROUGH FAITH, HOPE, & LOVE. https://amzn.to/3WiJIoX Watch on YouTube! - https://youtu.be/L5JV9CPfuG8 Register for the National Rally in May! https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/national-rally Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe Website - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Jan 16
1 hr 20 min
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Load Your Mag: Apologetics for Men Who Refuse to Fold ft. Pastor Ethan Jago

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Men’s Alliance

Men—too many of us step into conversations about God with empty mags. Then we retreat.Today we fix that.Pastor Ethan Jago (Air Force SERE background, host of Battlefield Theologian) joins Men’s Alliance to train practical apologetics you can run tonight at the kitchen table. No ivory-tower debates—bullets you can load: the deity of Christ, the reliability of the New Testament, how to flip questions back, and Ethan’s E-A-T framework (Engage, Ask, Transition) to get to the Gospel fast.Topics: • Why most men outsource spiritual leadership—and how to take it back • “One ranger, one riot”: courage under cultural fire • Turning social-media hot takes into teachable moments • Hermeneutics made simple: read in context, chase author intent • Evidence vs. ownership: the Bible as your standard, not your feelingsStop sitting on your knees waiting your turn. Stand up. Load your mag. Lead your family.Subscribe for more men’s leadership, discipline, and faith training.Resources mentioned: R.C. Sproul’s Classical Apologetics; Grasping God’s Word (hermeneutics).Follow Men's AllianceInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribeTiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribeWebsite - https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/Explore Battlefield Coaching today and find yourself a Coach with experience overcoming a battle you are currently facing - https://battlefieldcoaching.comOrder the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV

Sep 18
1 hr 04 min
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Boldness in the Workplace w/ Vice Admiral William "Dean" Lee

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Men’s Alliance

Retired Coast Guard 3-star on the vax-mandate, military readiness, and being bold for God instead of living in fear for his job.  "When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened." - Billy Graham --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Oct 05
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Mission Briefing 42: Saving Relationships, Not Ending Them - Not All "Counselors" Give Good Advice

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Men’s Alliance

Goose discusses the significance of finding a good counselor and the importance of restoring relationships rather than ending them. He shares his experiences with both giving and receiving counseling and the potential harm caused by a bad counselor who advised him to leave his marriage based on personal happiness rather than what is right. Goose emphasizes the importance of communication and conflict resolution skills in repairing relationships and warns against counselors who encourage ending relationships or labeling them as toxic. He suggests that such counselors may be motivated by popularity and their advice could contradict Christian teachings. All in all, Goose encourages individuals to seek counseling from someone who will help them see that relationship problems are temporary and provide tools to fix them. Follow Men's Alliance Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mensalliancetribe/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/mensalliancetribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@mensalliancetribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/⁠⁠⁠ Order the Book - Answer With Truth: The Ambassador’s Field Manual for Leading Your Family Spiritually - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3BmnuKV⁠⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Oct 21
06 min
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Ep 168: Church Hurt w/ Stephen Mansfield

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Men’s Alliance

Have you been hurt by fellow church members? Most Christians have. Don’t miss this incredible discussion w/ Stephen Mansfield about the snare of resentment and other big issues affecting men! Learn More: https://stephenmansfield.tv/ - website Men on Fire - Book Building Your Band of Brothers - Book Mansfield's Book of Manly Men - Book The Search for God and Guinness - Book Healing Your Church Hurt - Book Register for Start the Fire: https://www.mensalliancetribe.com/experiences/start-the-fire Sponsor: Tom 'Doc' Love CFP®, CRPC®, CRPS® [email protected] Craig Heah. [email protected] ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.themainstreetgroup.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Mar 14
1 hr 05 min
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Ep 21: Three Casualties of COVID

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Men’s Alliance

There are some casualties of COVID that aren't found on the CDC website. Here are three things that some men don't realize COVID is killing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Feb 19
09 min
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