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Ep 46, Reclaim Your Joy After Divorce, part 1 with Yvette Walker

Episode Description:
 
In Part 1 of Reclaiming Joy After Divorce episode of Rise and Reclaim After Divorce, we welcome award-winning journalist, educator, and author Yvette Walker. Yvette shares her personal journey of navigating life with a bipolar ex-husband, rediscovering her faith, and reclaiming her joy after divorce. She offers deep insights into overcoming shame, rebuilding self-worth, and using joyful journaling as a tool for transformation.
Join us as we discuss:
 
✨ The personal challenges Yvette faced while navigating her ex-husband's diagnosis
✨ Struggles with identity and self-worth during and after divorce
✨ Key lessons learned through the healing process
✨ How to let go of shame and guilt
✨ The power of joyful journaling and how it can transform your mindset
✨ Scriptures that helped Yvette tap into joy
✨ Two practical tips for stepping out of darkness and into joy
If you're struggling with the weight of divorce and searching for hope, this conversation is for you. Tune in for wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps to reclaim your joy!
 
🔗 Learn more about Yvette Walker at positivelyjoy.com and yvettebabswalker.com.
🎧 Listen now and take the first step toward a joy-filled future!
 
SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:
Psalm 91
John 15
 
How to contact Yvette:
 
Website: www.positivelyjoy.com
Podcast: https://positivelyjoy.com/the-podcast/
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/positivelyjoypodcast
Journal/Amazon: https://a.co/d/7iz7mD4
 
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
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Ep 45, Overcoming Negative Thought Patterns and Step into Joy After Divorce with Jessica Hottle

Episode: Overcoming Negative Thought Patterns and Stepping into Joy
 
Guest: Jessica Hottle, Certified Mental Health Coach for Christian Women
 
In this episode, we dive deep into overcoming negative thought patterns and stepping into a life of joy with Jessica Hottle. She shares powerful insights on how our thought patterns shape our lives and how we can break free from negativity.
 
We cover:
The physiological aspects of negative thinking
Understanding cognitive distortions and how they impact us
Discerning truth from lies in our thought patterns
How negative thought patterns are reinforced in the brain
Strategies to change negative thought defaults
The unique challenges of divorce and tips to shift self-talk
Jessica’s incredible resources to help you on your journey
 
Connect with Jessica Hottle:
Get her free 3-day study: https://www.jessicahottle.com/3-day-study/
Learn about 1:1 mental health coaching: https://www.jessicahottle.com/mental-health-coaching
Book a free 20-minute consultation: here
Explore her biblical studies: https://www.jessicahottle.com/shop
Join her Untangle Your Thoughts program: https://www.jessicahottle.com/heal
Email: jessica@jessicahottle.com
 
Tune in now and learn how to reclaim your joy after divorce!
 
Blessings,
Dana
 
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Website and Blog link:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
 
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Ep 44, Healing After Divorce, Stepping into Joy Through Forgiveness with Kathy Kaspar

Guest: Kathy Kaspar, ICF-Accredited Success Coach | Founder of Success After The Storm
 
Episode Overview:
 
Divorce can feel like the end of your story—but what if it's actually a new beginning? In this episode, we welcome Kathy Kaspar, an ICF-accredited Christian success coach, speaker, and writer who turned her post-divorce heartbreak into a purpose-driven life.
 
Kathy knows firsthand what it’s like to be blindsided by divorce, struggle with bitterness, betrayal, and identity loss, and still come out stronger. Today, she helps Christian women heal by embracing forgiveness, reclaiming joy, and finding purpose through faith.
 
If you're wondering whether joy is a choice, how to truly forgive, or how to rebuild your identity after betrayal, this episode is for you.
 
What You’ll Learn:
 
✅ How Kathy overcame the pain of divorce and stepped into a joyful, purpose-filled life
✅ How to battle bitterness and break free from emotional pain
✅ The connection between forgiveness, healing, and the Sycamine Tree (Luke 17)
✅ Practical strategies to use gratitude as a weapon against negativity
✅ Why forgiveness is a choice—and is joy a choice too?
 
Free Resource for Listeners!
🎁 Download Kathy’s free guide: "The 5 Steps for Christian Women to Start Healing After Divorce."
👉 Get it here
 
Key Bible Verses Discussed:
📖 Luke 17 – The parable of forgiveness and how many times we should forgive.
 
Practical Takeaways from Kathy:
 
💡 The daily choice to forgive—why it's a process, not just a one-time decision.
💡 How she fought for her identity after divorce and built a stronger faith foundation.
💡 When she actually started to FEEL joy again and how you can too.
 
Connect with Kathy Kaspar & Success After The Storm:
 
🌐 Website: https://successafterthestorm.com/
📩 Email: successafterthestorm@gmail.com | kathy.kaspar@yahoo.com
 
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We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
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Ep 43, Healing After Divorce, How to Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts and Reclaim Joy with Carrie Bock.mp3

Episode Title: Healing After Divorce, How to Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts and Reclaim Joy with Carrie Bock.mp3
 
Guest: Carrie Bock, LPC-MHSP, EMDR Specialist
 
Episode Summary:
Divorce is painful, but as a Christian, you don’t have to walk this journey alone. In this episode of Rise and Reclaim After Divorce, we talk with Carrie Bock, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider (LPC-MHSP) and EMDR specialist, who shares her personal journey of finding peace, healing, and joy after divorce.
 
If you're struggling with post-divorce grief, loneliness, or intrusive thoughts, this episode will encourage you to reclaim your identity, break free from destructive thought patterns, and step into God's purpose for your life.
 
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
 
✅ How EMDR can help with post-divorce trauma – Understand Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and how it helps Christian women and men heal from past wounds.
✅ Carrie’s divorce testimony – A personal story of faith, healing, and redemption.
✅ Finding joy in singleness as a Christian – How to embrace your season of singleness with faith and contentment.
✅ Overcoming intrusive thoughts and emotional pain – Faith-based strategies to break the cycle of negativity.
✅ Christian counseling & coaching for divorce recovery – When to seek professional help and how to find a faith-based therapist or life coach.
 
Practical Takeaways from Carrie:
💡 Two key strategies to break free from intrusive thoughts after divorce.
💡 Steps to reclaim your joy and walk in confidence as a single Christian.
Connect with Carrie Bock:
https://carriebock.com/
Her podcast is: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christian-faith-and-ocd-scrupulosity-intrusive/id1541042680
 
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Ep 42, How to Find Joy After Divorce

Show Notes:Divorce can feel like a pit of despair, where joy seems completely out of reach. Many struggle with grief, heartache, and even questioning God during this painful season. But joy is not the same as happiness—joy is found in the presence of God, not in fleeting moments of pleasure.
In this episode, we explore:✨ The difference between happiness and true joy✨ How God's presence restores joy, even in the hardest seasons✨ The role of obedience and praise in reclaiming joy✨ A personal testimony of moving from emptiness to overflowing joy
If you're searching for joy after divorce, know this: it is possible. God sees you, knows you, and desires to fill you with His joy. Join me as we take steps toward healing and reclaiming joy, one moment at a time.
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Dana
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Ep 41, Pt 3 with Pastor Darius Good, What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Divorce

This is our final episode with Pastor Darius Good, who brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective on what the Bible truly says about this often-debated topic.
This is part two of a three-part series that promises to challenge misconceptions and provide clarity for those navigating divorce or seeking deeper biblical understanding.
In This Episode:Pastor Darius gives more history and explanations about:
What does it mean in Malachi when it says that God hates divorce. The true meaning is far different than what many churches have been teaching.
What does the Word say about rebellious husbands and wives?
What constituted valid complaints in a marriage in the OT and NT.
How harmful behavior in the marriage was corrected and married couples were held accountable for actions wounding the spouse.
About Pastor Darius Good:
Author of six books, including The Divorced Christian and Soul Ties.
Host of three podcasts:
The Divorced Christian
Marriage Material
Good Treasure
Radio Host of Good Treasure Radio on WDJZ 1530.
Accomplished musician and music producer, including work with Whitney Houston.
Senior Pastor and sought-after speaker for events.
Loving husband and father of five, with his youngest born just six months ago!
SCRIPTURES DISCUSSED
Malachi
1 Peter 3:7
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
Find me on Social Media:
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Website and Blog link with newsletter sign up:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
 
Connect with Pastor Darius Good:For more information you can go to www.dariousgood.comBooks: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/bdYlPfE
Podcasts: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/cjiiOH5
 
#divorce, #healingfromdivorce, #christiandivorce

Ep 40, Part 2 What Does The Bible Really Say About Divorce

In this very surprising episode, we go deeper into the topic of divorce with the incredible Pastor Darius Good, who brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective on what the Bible truly says about this often-debated topic.
This is part two of a three-part series that promises to challenge misconceptions and provide clarity for those navigating divorce or seeking deeper biblical understanding.
In This Episode:Pastor Darius gives some shocking history and explanations about:
How betrothal process in the Bible mirrors Christ and the Church
What was a Bill of Divorcement and why was it important
Why the Children of Israel were NOT getting a proper divorce and how this led to Jesus addressing it with leaders in the new testament
What does Mark 10:12 really say and it may shock you.
And what is religion doing that is spiritually deadly to the broken in the church.
About Pastor Darius Good:
Author of six books, including The Divorced Christian and Soul Ties.
Host of three podcasts:
The Divorced Christian
Marriage Material
Good Treasure
Radio Host of Good Treasure Radio on WDJZ 1530.
Accomplished musician and music producer, including work with Whitney Houston.
Senior Pastor and sought-after speaker for events.
Loving husband and father of five, with his youngest born just six months ago!
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
Find me on Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/redeemidentity/
https://www.instagram.com/redeemidentity
My Free ebook, "Who Am I After Divorce?" can be downloaded here:
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/4k769kpebf
Website and Blog link:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
Connect with Pastor Darius Good:For more information you can go to www.dariousgood.comBooks: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/bdYlPfE
Podcasts: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/cjiiOH5
 
#divorce, #healingfromdivorce, #christiandivorce

Ep 39 Pt 1 of 3 with Pastor Darius Good, What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Divorce?

Episode 39: What Does the Bible REALLY Say About Divorce? (Part 1 of 3)Guest: Pastor Darius Good
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the topic of divorce with the incredible Pastor Darius Good, who brings a wealth of knowledge and a fresh perspective on what the Bible truly says about this often-debated topic.
About Pastor Darius Good:
Author of six books, including The Divorced Christian and Soul Ties.
Host of three podcasts:
The Divorced Christian
Marriage Material
Good Treasure
Radio Host of Good Treasure Radio on WDJZ 1530.
Accomplished musician and music producer, including work with Whitney Houston.
Senior Pastor and sought-after speaker for events.
Loving husband and father of five, with his youngest born just six months ago!
In This Episode:Pastor Darius Good shares why he chose to study with a Rabbi to uncover the Old and New Testament's perspectives on divorce. He dives into:
The historical and cultural context of biblical times regarding marriage and divorce.
Key insights from the original Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible.
How the Law of Moses provided protection for individuals going through divorce.
An intriguing discussion about prenuptial agreements in the Bible.
This is just the beginning of a transformative three-part series that promises to challenge misconceptions and provide clarity for those navigating divorce or seeking deeper biblical understanding.
 
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
Find me on Social Media:
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My Free ebook, "Who Am I After Divorce?" can be downloaded here:
https://dl.bookfunnel.com/4k769kpebf
Website and Blog link:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
Connect with Pastor Darius Good:For more information you can go to www.dariousgood.comBooks: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/bdYlPfE
Podcasts: The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/cjiiOH5
 
#divorce, #healingfromdivorce, #christiandivorce

Ep 38, Divorce and Faith, Understanding When to Stay, When to Leave, and Finding God's Guidance in the Process

In this episode, we tackle one of the most challenging topics: when and if to divorce. I share my personal journey through 25 years of marriage, the lessons learned, and how God guided me through difficult decisions.
 
We’ll explore what the Bible really says about divorce, why holiness often outweighs happiness, and how to discern when it’s time to stay or leave. Whether you're struggling with shame, seeking clarity, or looking for healing, this episode offers hope and insight rooted in faith.
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
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My Free ebook, "Who Am I After Divorce?" can be downloaded here:
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Website and Blog link:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
 
Pastor Darious Good
 www.dariousgood.com
The Divorced Christian: https://a.co/d/jfja9Qk
 
 

Ep 37, Why our Self Talk Is Keeping Us From Healing From Divorce with Toni Thrash, part 2

Welcome back to Rise and Reclaim After Divorce! In today’s episode, I’m joined by my dear friend and life coach, Toni Thrash, as we dive into part 2 on a topic that affects every part of our healing journey: self-talk.
 
Whether it’s the inner dialogue in our minds or the words we speak over ourselves, our self-talk has the power to either build us up or keep us stuck in cycles of pain. In this conversation, Toni and I unpack:
How self-talk can sabotage our healing: Understanding the impact of negative narratives we replay in our minds.
The connection between self-talk and our faith: Using the Word of God to transform our thinking and align our thoughts with His truth.
Practical tips and resources: Tools and strategies that have helped us rewrite our self-talk, reclaim our joy, and move forward in healing.
 
We’ll share personal stories, scripture, and actionable advice to help you take back your life and break free from the grip of negative self-talk.
 
Key Takeaways:
Recognize toxic self-talk: Learn to identify the lies you’ve been believing about yourself.
Speak life over yourself: Replace negative words with affirmations rooted in God’s promises.
Transform your mind with scripture: Dive into verses that encourage renewal and healing.
 
Resources Mentioned:
Key Bible verses for renewing your mind: Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8, and Psalm 139:14.
Toni Thrash’s favorite tools for reframing self-talk.
Journaling prompts to help shift your inner dialogue.
 
This episode will leave you encouraged, equipped, and ready to reclaim your healing journey with God at the center.
 
Special Offers:
Sign up for Toni's newsletter to receive a life-giving PDF called "4 Steps to Overcoming Doubt."
 
Toni Thrash
t.thrash@fortitudelifecoach.com
214-277-9846
https://www.instagram.com/tonithrash
https://www.ToniThrash.com
 
We are the fragrance of Christ,
Dana
 
Find me on Social Media:
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My Free ebook, "Who Am I After Divorce?" can be downloaded here:
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Website and Blog link:
https://redeemed-identity.com/blog/
 
RESOURCES DISCUSSED:
 
Dr. Caroline Leaf:
Switch on Your Brain: https://a.co/d/hukEFCI and
The Perfect You: https://a.co/d/ibEJFOF
Lysa Terkeurst:
Seeing Beautiful Again: https://a.co/d/49x9Cll
 
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