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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Mission Briefing 32: American Faith

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Men’s Alliance

“Our constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other.” - John Adams The United States of America’s founding fathers held Christian beliefs and ideals. We need to stand against revisionist history, that America was not designed with the focus on God. Link to Stand to Reason Article: https://www.str.org/w/what-was-the-faith-of-our-founding-fathers- Books Mentioned: Man of War - Stephen Pressfield Gates of Fire -Stephen Pressfield --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Aug 05
12 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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War Stories 6: Deadheads

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This week's War Story features Todd 'Baller' Johnson and his journey. From leaving the church at a young age and finding family with the Grateful Dead, to chasing the next good feeling... and winding up in jail. Listen to Baller's transformation through reading the bible, and finding Men's Alliance. This lead him to take his stories, bumps, and scars to become a stronger leader and man of God. We are not perfect people walking in a straight line, but God takes our stories and turns them into ways to share the word with others. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Apr 13
1 hr 01 min
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Ep 119: Relationship Advice w/ Mike Flynn

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Just in time for Valentines day, this week Goose talks with Mike Flynn, who has decades of relationship counseling experience.  Listen as Mike guides us through ways to sharpen our relationships, to become stronger husbands, fathers, and leaders.   Books Recommended: Safe People by Henry Cloud  Emotionally, Healthy, Spiritually by Peter Scazzero 7 Caregiver Landmines by Peter Rosenberger Podcast Mentioned: MA podcast Ep 6 flight instruments  How to Reach Mike: Christian Counseling Associates (christiancounselors4va.com) RVA4Wellness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Feb 09
59 min
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Mission Briefing 19: Bad Medicine

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Men’s Alliance

When things get hard what do you reach for? What we reach for when things get hard and uncomfortable, may become the next challenge that we need to overcome. The right medicine is setting your eyes and focus on God in all situations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Apr 15
06 min
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