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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Past Episodes

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Ep 17: Firefighters of Men's Alliance

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Listen as three firefighters talk about why they joined Men's Alliance and what keeps them coming back each week! Thanks Backdraft, Pedals, and Sunshine for making such an great podcast episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jan 22
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Ep 42: Put Your Pants On

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Men’s Alliance

Are you still watching church from your living room each Sunday? If you haven't taken your family back to church in person yet, then it's way overdue for you to put your spiritual leader pants on and lead your family back to church. Because it's not a matter of whether you can worship God from your living room, it's a matter of whether you can encourage other Christians from there? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jul 16
11 min
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Ep 45: Legacy w/ Jeff VanAtta

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Men’s Alliance

Is the life you are living in alignment with the Legacy you want to leave behind? In the creed we say devotion to family and God will be my legacy, are we living that daily? What steps are you taking to leave the legacy you want now. We all want to be remembered for certain things, are we taking the actions needed to be remembered that way. Take the action step of writing down what you want to be remembered for and what your family legacy will be and share with a member of your tribe. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Aug 06
09 min
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Ep 194: Adoption

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One of the ways early Christians changed the world is by adopting and caring for orphans. Hear different aspects from being adopted, to adopting, and letting your child be adopted. Are you being called to play a part in adoption? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Aug 29
1 hr 33 min
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Ambassador Training 9: Errors & Genocide

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Have you ever heard someone say the Bible is full of errors and contradictions? Or that the God of the Old Testament was a genocidal monster? This episode will equip you to respond to both of those accusations with the calm confidence of a great ambassador! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Aug 24
34 min
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