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 67: Eat The Frog w/ Jeff VanAtta

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If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest and ugliest one first. - Mark Twain What is the Frog you need to Eat first thing in the morning to move your life closer to God or family? Life is not about who completes the most maintenance tasks.  What is important is seldom urgent, and what is urgent is seldom important. - Dwight D. Eisenhower --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jan 07
04 min
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Mission Briefing 32: American Faith

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“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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Ep 2: One Degree Off

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Have you ever looked at a compass and tried to turn just one degree? A change that small is unnoticeable at first, but over time it will put you miles off course.  So many things in life are like that, and we allow ourselves to be ok with being one degree off course then we will never become the men we set out to be.  In this episode you'll hear how to set your compass each day in order to stay on course. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Oct 09
05 min
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Ep 135: Foundation w/ Mark Earley

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This week Mark Earley joins the podcast talking about foundations and grounding in our society, and why he is running for office. Mark discusses how we have to be grounded, and have a strong foundation as a community including: faith, family, hard work, and core values that are objective and standard. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

Jun 08
52 min
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Mission Briefing 23: Israel & Palestine

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Should Christians be pro-Israel? Is the Israel of today the Israel of the Bible? What does it mean “From the River to the Sea?” All that and more in this don’t-miss episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mensalliancetribe/support

May 13
16 min
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