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Take the Toxic or Troubled? Quiz and get specialized help for your specific situation. https://kerrymcavoyphd.fillout.com/toxic-troubled-surveyMy 62-year-old narcissistic brother moved in with my 86-year-old mother "temporarily" after his divorce six years ago. Now she's suffocating, the rest of the family stays away, and she won't let anyone intervene. In this episode, Dr. Kerry explains why some mothers choose guilt over peace — and what to do when someone refuses to set healthy relationship limits for themselves. Learn how to protect your own nervous system while supporting a parent who is trapped by fear, obligation, and guilt. Submit Your Question  If you'd like Dr. Kerry to answer your question on air, email it to clients@kerrymcavoyphd.com or use this link.Follow on Apple Follow on SpotifySubmit your question to be answered on air here!Break free from narcissistic abuse with ReclaimYou. The app that's like having Dr. Kerry as your personal coach in your pocket 24/7. Get personalized support, healing exercises, and expert guidance whenever you need it. Join the waitlist now and be first to reclaim your life at studio.com/drkerryResourcesReclaimYou: Dr. Kerry's AI-powered coaching appThe Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFollow Dr. Kerry!YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist & author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. As an Amazon affiliate, commission is earned from qualifying purchases.This podcast/video is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute therapy, counseling, or professional mental health advice. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or your local emergency number.

When it seems that society is descending into chaos all around us, God's people find steady footing on His Word. Today, R.C. Sproul illustrates the importance of holding fast to Scripture in times of upheaval. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/ultimately-with-rc-sproul/trusting-gods-word-in-a-troubled-land/ Study Reformed theology with a free resource bundle from Ligonier Ministries: https://grow.ligonier.org/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

The disciples' world was about to be shaken, and Jesus knew their hearts would be troubled. So He reminded them where peace is found—not in circumstances, but in Him. This message invites us to anchor our faith in Jesus, to rest in His promises, and to remember that when we see Him, we see the very heart of God.

With Boomer and Gio out and Jerry in Chicago, Willie and C-Lo kick off the show following Gio's vacation mode yesterday. The duo discuss the Knicks' shaky win in Utah before Rami Lavi fills in for the first update with sound from the Knicks and Jerry's Rutgers call. Jerry is finally on the line to detail his travel struggles and a lengthy need for a restroom on his way to Chicago.

Send a textThis is a between-the-seasons bonus epsiode. I shall be back again on Monday to laumch our new season on the book(s) of Kings.Back in April 2025, I read, listening too, and studied. William Langland's Medieval poem "Piers Plowman". As part of a reading group I belong to. This is my reaction,, first made available as a 'Patreon Only' bonus episode  "Piers Plowman", was first published in 1377 and in it Langland asks the eternal question. "How are we truly saved?"  This urgent question was particularly relevant when it was written 700 years ago because England was in the grip of the Black Death. But the question  is still echoing today.Join me as I explore a strange and stirring medieval poem that confronts hypocrisy, grapples with sin, and ultimately points to Christ's radical grace.Langland's riddles aren't just literary; they're spiritual challenges for our time. And asks are we ready to engage?

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Fr. Timothy Gallagher describes how temptation often appears during times of anxiety or discouragement in the spiritual life. The post SISL8 – I’m Troubled and I’m Tempted; I’m Going to Fail – Struggles in the Spiritual Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

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The Song of Moses 15 Then Moses and the people of Israel sang this song to the Lord, saying, “I will sing to the Lord, for he has triumphed gloriously;    the horse and his rider[a] he has thrown into the sea.2 The Lord is my strength and my song,    and he has become my salvation;this is my God, and I will praise him,    my father’s God, and I will […]

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First Hospitality President and CEO David Duncan and Chief Operating Officer Dave Montrose talk with CoStar News Hotels' Bryan Wroten at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit about their company's strategies to differentiate themselves among other third-party hotel management companies and grow their portfolio in a difficult environment.

Preview for later today: Bob Zimmerman examines the challenges facing NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman as he manages the slow, costly, and troubled SLS rocket program amidst ongoing technical safety concerns.

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In this episode of Perspectives with Catherine Toon, Catherine speaks to the very real, heavy anxiety Jesus addressed in His disciples—anxiety that was understandable, even “well-founded.” And she names something crucial: many believers feel condemned for having fear, as if anxiety proves they’re failing at faith. But trouble in the heart isn’t a shame sentence—it’s an invitation to encounter God again and let His presence re-order your inner world. Catherine weaves together three anchors for your nervous system and your spirit: John 14:1 (Amplified, Classic)—Jesus calls you out of turmoil and into trust; John 14:27 (Amplified, Classic)—He gives His own peace, not a fragile substitute; and Mark 4:35–40 (TPT)—Jesus doesn’t just calm storms, He confronts the fear underneath them. She also reminds us that fruit like love, joy, peace, patience, and self-control grows as we “remain” in Him—and that while our awareness can wax and wane, God stays rock-steady and present. Real talk: Problems don’t always resolve on the timeline you’d script. Jesus said tribulation is part of this world. But God is faithful in the long game of love—redeeming, strengthening, and carrying you through what you didn’t choose. If your heart is troubled today, you’re not disqualified… you’re being met. Exhausted and worn out? Register for Pursued By Love: A Love Encounter with the God Who Adores You - https://catherinetoon.com/pursuedbylove To support the ministry with tax-deductible donations: https://catherinetoon.com/support/ Please Like, Share, & Subscribe -- a little thing that makes a big difference! Thank You! Marked by Love, Revised & Expanded Edition is here:
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Segment 1 • Why Peter's command to “be holy” feels crushing—and why that reaction might expose a deeper misunderstanding. • Holiness reframed: not a killjoy command, but the pathway to joy, assurance, and deep fellowship with God. • The real choice behind every temptation: fleeting pleasure… or lasting peace? Segment 2 • Sin's marketing strategy: it whispers fulfillment but delivers regret, secrecy, and spiritual paralysis. • Practical holiness: the direct connection between obedience and clear conscience, bold prayer, and usefulness. • Want discernment, victory over temptation, and spiritual confidence? There's only one route. Segment 3 • Troubled by sermons on “signs you're not saved”? Why that anxiety may actually be evidence of life. • The better diagnostic question: not “Am I perfect?” but “Do I desire to obey?” • Identity in Christ: why remembering who you are matters more than grading your performance. Segment 4 • $750,000 fines for saying there are two genders—what's really happening beneath the headlines? • When depraved thinking becomes law: why the real crisis isn't political but spiritual. • The only lasting solution to moral chaos isn't outrage—it's regeneration. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

John 14 1-7 “Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled”

In 2004, 16-year-old Daniel Yuen left his home in New Jersey and travelled to San Bernardino, California to enrol in a so-called "tough love" bootcamp. Daniel had been struggling with depression for years. Desperate for help Daniel's family was promised that the CEDU Running Springs facility would help their son. Instead, he vanished.In the podcast Lost Kids from USG Audio, journalist Josh Bloch dives into the world of teen bootcamps. He talks to one family about their search for their missing son and discovers one bootcamp's ties to one of America's most dangerous cults. He joins us today on Crime Story to help make sense of it all. You can listen to Lost Kids here.

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02/22/2026 Love Rewritten: Troubled LoveHosea 1-3BIG IDEA: Troubled love walks away, God's covenant love goes again.God's love does not depend on our performance.God's covenant love:1. Enters into messy spaces. God's love is not contractual, it is covenantal, and it steps into the mess of troubled love.2. Reveals the false sources we chase. (Jeremiah 2:13) We commit adultery against God by placing our hope and trust in earthly things. The things we hold onto were not meant to hold us. When was the last time you found what you need in God?3. Speaks tenderly into wayward hearts. (Hebrews 12;10-11)The wilderness is not abandonment, it's an invitation.4. Goes again. (1 Peter 1: 18-19)We cannot earn or deserve God's love, we simply receive it.If you've experienced troubled love: God sees you and hears you, and He is with you. (Psalm 147:3)If you've given troubled love: Your worst chapter isn't the end of your story. Repent and experience God's forgiveness, God is ALWAYS faithful.

The Lord said, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” How do you do that? How do you live in a troubled world and not be troubled? How do you live in a fearful world and not be afraid? How do you find peace? Introducing a new original series from Scripture Central. The Stand Forever Series is a cinematic presentation of a Christ-centered book written by Elder Lawrence E. Corbridge (Emeritus General Authority Seventy), a book that may never be published. The book and now this series share the same title as a BYU devotional address given by Elder Corbridge in 2019, the elements of which are critical pieces to a larger puzzle. The Stand Forever Series is the larger puzzle revealing why we believe and follow Christ to the end, engaged in His work, and help others do the same. Although this first episode is the longest and one of the last of the series, it is being released first because it is especially timely. Subsequent episodes will be released in order every Saturday. We invite you to join us on this journey and Stand Forever. A downloadable transcript of this message can be found here: https://scripturecentral.org/shows/stand-forever/episodes/stand-forever-peace-let-not-your-heart-be-troubled-elder-lawrence-e-corbridge

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In this opening segment, host Clay Edwards shares breaking news on the arrest of former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct in public office, potentially linked to the Epstein files, with implications of life imprisonment or even the death penalty. The discussion pivots to a personal lunch encounter with a retired military listener named Dave, whose story of choosing the military over jail as a troubled youth sparks a deep dive into reinstating this life-saving option for at-risk kids. Clay critiques media narratives discouraging enlistment—especially among Black communities—by branding the military as racist, contrasts sky-high prison recidivism rates (around 66-76%) with the military's benefits like learning trades, leadership, teamwork, and positive male role models, and argues it's a smarter taxpayer investment to build productive citizens rather than perpetuate cycles of crime and dependency. He explores why this practice faded, the societal costs of incarceration, and how it could transform "troubled youth" into community pillars, emphasizing the need for "dogs in the foxhole" while drawing parallels to current cultural brainwashing.

Pressure from every direction. Attacks you didn't expect. Battles you didn't ask for. This message speaks to seasons when it feels like life is closing in and there's no room to breathe. Hardships may surround you, but they are not strong enough to destroy what God is sustaining. Being pressed is not the same as being crushed.You'll be reminded that trials refine, not ruin. Even when you feel struck down, you are not abandoned. God's power shows up most clearly in fragile moments, proving that endurance is possible and victory is still within reach. Stay standing. What surrounds you does not define you—God's strength does.

Europe's in a state of emergency — but when will we all wake up and recognise that?That's the question posed on this week's episode of the Sifted Podcast by Judith Dada, general partner at European VC Visionaries Club, newsletter author, mother and setter-upper of numerous side projects. Judith started her career in venture almost a decade ago at La Famiglia, the Germany-based early-stage investor, which later went on to merge with US megafund General Catalyst. She's now come full circle, joining forces with La Famiglia founding partner (and fellow former Sifted podcast guest) Rob Lacher at Visionaries.  Visionaries' portfolio includes plenty of companies that are on a tear right now — Lovable, Black Forest Labs, N8n, Solve Intelligence and Tandem Health — and their thesis, that Europe is in a fantastic position to shape the next wave of disruption in business, seems more relevant than ever.Amy and Judith sit down to discuss whether legacy SaaS companies can survive in this AI era, why Europe is in “a state of emergency” and what we can do about it, and when Visionaries will raise a new fund.Sign up to Sifted's daily newsletter: https://sifted.eu/newslettersCheck out Judith's newsletter: https://dadalogue.substack.com/This episode was sponsored by HSBC Innovation Banking.

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In part 2 of this sermon, we step back into the disciples' anxiety as they realize Jesus is leaving—and ask the same question believers still wrestle with: how do you follow Christ when you feel alone and unsure of the path ahead? Jesus answers not by removing uncertainty but by giving present comfort for everyday life: The passage moves us from fear to confidence, showing that discipleship is not sustained by feelings but by obedience born from love, and that Christ's peace is not the fragile peace the world offers but a steady assurance rooted in his presence, his help, and his promises.

In John 14, Jesus comforts His disciples in the midst of profound fear and confusion following His prediction of betrayal and death, commanding them not to let their hearts be troubled and calling them to trust in both God and Himself as the ultimate foundation of faith. He grounds their hope in the reality of His departure not as abandonment, but as a necessary act to prepare a place for them in His Father's house—where He will return to take them to Himself, fulfilling the promise of eternal fellowship. Through vivid imagery drawn from Revelation, the passage reveals heaven as a transcendent realm of divine glory, beauty, and eternal worship, not as a material reward but as the ultimate fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. Jesus asserts His exclusive role as the only way to the Father, declaring, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life,' thereby affirming His deity and the necessity of faith in Him. The sermon emphasizes that this truth is not merely theological knowledge, but a living hope that should shape the believer's present life, encouraging perseverance, evangelism, and mutual encouragement in the face of suffering, as the church awaits Christ's return with confident expectation.

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When asked why she sought counseling, Mable explained that her teenage daughter was in rebellion. However, she was caught off guard when the counselor redirected the conversation to the state of their marriage—wondering why he would begin there. Read, Watch, Listen: https://lifeovercoffee.com/trouble-teen/ Will you help us to continue providing free content for everyone? You can become a supporting member here https://lifeovercoffee.com/join/, or you can make a one-time or recurring donation here https://lifeovercoffee.com/donate/.

The government is scrapping a troubled advisory group led by businessman Sunny Kaushal. The Ministerial Advisory Group for victims of retail crime has been dogged by controversy since it was established by Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith in October 2024. Most recently, three of its five members resigned within a month of each other, with one saying it had become a very unpleasant environment under Kaushal. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham spoke to Lisa Owen.

If you're a parent of a struggling teen, work with young people, or just want to understand how billion-dollar industries profit from family desperation, this episode pulls back the curtain on the troubled-teen industry with survivor and author Dr. Corey Jentry.More info, resources & ways to connect - https://www.tacosfallapart.com/podcast-live-show/podcast-guests/dr-corey-jentryMost people who survive the troubled-teen industry want nothing to do with it ever again. Dr. Corey Jentry is not most people.On this episode of Even Tacos Fall Apart, Corey takes us through his journey from survivor to advocate. He didn't set out to be a voice for reform because of some grand altruistic calling. He got pissed off. And honestly, that's probably the most human reason there is.After escaping one of these so-called therapeutic programs as a teenager, Corey did what a lot of survivors do. He tried to move on. He went to Europe for his education and earned a PhD from the London School of Economics studying power structures and systemic violence. His European friends would hear his story and shrug it off as "so American" because these facilities simply don't exist in countries with regulated healthcare systems. That cultural distance actually helped him heal for a while.But life has a funny way of pulling you back. Corey ended up working as a business consultant in the behavioral health industry. Seeing these operations from the inside reactivated trauma he didn't know he still carried. He started recognizing faces from his past. Former practitioners still running programs. Other survivors still fighting to be believed.Then Paris Hilton went public with her story. Corey watched industry insiders dismiss her as a troublemaker and a liar. That's when something clicked. He had insider access and academic credentials. He was a survivor himself. And he realized that most of the stories getting attention were from female survivors. Male victims of these programs needed a voice too.The result is his book "Selling Sanity: The Troubled Teen Industry, The Insane Profits, and The Kids Who Pay the Price." But Corey didn't want to write just another survivor memoir... He also wanted to expose the business mechanics behind these operations and the macro-level problems that allow them to thrive.During our conversation, Corey breaks down how America's fragmented healthcare system creates what he calls "a target rich environment" for facilities preying on desperate middle-class families. He explains the anti-regulation mindset that lets everyone pass the buck on oversight. Federal agencies point to states, states point to counties, counties point to cities... and nobody takes real responsibility.We also talk about the myth of quick fixes in mental healthcare. Corey references a book by Buddhist teacher Jack Kornfield called "After the Ecstasy, the Laundry." The title says it all. Mental health isn't something you microwave. It's like brushing your teeth. You don't see the benefit because you do it every day, but stop and you'll notice real quick.The troubled-teen industry banks on parents believing there's a shortcut. Send your kid away for a few months and they'll come back fixed. It's a lie that makes billions while traumatizing the very kids it claims to help.Corey's story is proof that survivors can turn their pain into purpose without losing themselves in it. Check out "Selling Sanity" on Amazon and connect with Corey through his website and LinkedIn to learn more about the work he's doing to expose this industry and push for real reform.

In John 14, Jesus speaks to disciples whose hearts are shaken by the idea of being left alone, without their Savior and the safety of his friendship. As he prepares them for his departure, Christ redirects their fears toward comforting realities. This passage shows that troubled hearts are not calmed by ideal circumstances or the security of people, but by truth—by knowing where we belong, who receives us, and why we can trust the way forward. When obedience and leadership feel hard and unclear, John 14 reminds us that our confidence is in the promises of Christ.

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Frank Rizzo from MHP Exchange shares how he went from skeptical New Yorker to passionate investor helping turn around troubled mobile home parks. In this episode, you'll hear how he's tackling stigma, creating communities, and generating returns — one park at a time. Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/ #propertyprofits #realestatepodcast #trailerparkturnaround

We trace Danielle's story from a 4 a.m. transport to months of wilderness deprivation and a residential system built on points, punishments, and public shaming. She explains how marketing misleads parents, how oversight fails, and what real help should look like.• early trauma, mental health struggles, and family strain• the transport experience and intake violations• isolation tactics, survival rules, and “solo” in wilderness• engineered conflict and letters used for group shaming• point systems, “subsystem,” and the hot seat• staff cruelty, restraints, and lack of regulation• rebrands, shutdowns, and ongoing operations• long-term aftermath, trust issues, and recovery• practical advice for parents and website red flags• survivor advocacy, evidence gathering, and accountabilityIf you enjoyed the episode and would like to help support the show, please follow and subscribeYou can rate and review your feedback on any of our platforms listed in the descriptionSend us a text Support the showAdditionally, you can now also watch the full video version of your favourite episode here on YouTube. Please subscribe, like or drop a comment letting us know your thoughts on the episode and if you'd like more stories going forward!If you would like to offer any feedback on our show or get in touch with us, you can also contact us on the following platforms: Website: www.multispective.org Email: info@multispective.org Instagram: www.instagram.com/multispectivepodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/multispectiveorg Reddit: www.reddit.com/r/multispective Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/multispectiveProducer & Host: Jennica SadhwaniEditing: Stephan MenzelMarketing: Lucas Phiri Fatty15 promotes healthy metabolism, balanced immunity, and heart health. 2 out of 3 customers report near-term benefits, including calmer mood, deeper sleep or less snacking, within 6 weeks. 20% off on purchases link and code: ...

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Content Note: This episode of How to Survive discusses inpatient rehab and a troubled teen residential program. Listener discretion advised for discussions of restrictive treatment environments and institutional harm involving minors.This week on How to Survive, Danielle and Kristine talk about inpatient rehab before Charlie Nelson Jacobs joins to discuss his experience surviving a highly problematic and abusive troubled teen residential program—and share some thoughts on the teen treatment industry.

Carthage, Rome, and Imperial DeclineThe final debate explores the historical destruction of Carthage to illuminate the modern American Empire's troubled trajectory and uncertain future. Germanicus advances a provocative thesis: the United States now more closely resembles Carthage—a wealthy, financialized, multicultural mercantile power relying on paid soldiers and foreign contractors—than the cohesive, destiny-driven Republic of Rome whose citizen-soldiers conquered the known world through shared sacrifice. They observe how historical narratives are invariably shaped by victors, noting that figures from Napoleon to modern filmmakers consistently utilize defeated enemies like Carthage or the Nazis to define national identity and justify present ambitions. A striking reversal emerges from their analysis: Russian propaganda now appropriates Roman symbols of martial virtue, disciplined unity, and civilizational mission, while the United Statesappears increasingly as a "flabby empire of financial usury" potentially facing its own Carthago delenda est moment at the hands of more vigorous rivals. The discussion concludes with a somber warning drawn from Byzantium's fall in 1204, when Crusaders who should have been allies instead sacked the great city: a disunited nation lacking shared vision and collective willingness to sacrifice stands vulnerable to sudden, catastrophic collapse, potentially ending the "American Empire" far sooner than its citizens imagine possible.1450 VIRGIL: DIDO WELCOMES AENEAS TO CARTHAGE

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WE'RE BACK, BABY! New year, new episode. Join Paige as she takes Mando thru the finale of our series on the Troubled Teen Industry. Big warning up top: This is a rough one. But hey, we missed ya.  Also, we have a Patreon! [Insert Air Horn Noises Here] If you'd like to donate and join our cult, please visit www.patreon.com/cultpodcast or visit our website and click on the Patreon tab.   Also also, if you'd like to listen to Armando's new show, Boyfriend Material, click this link right here or go to linktr.ee/midnightsnack.tv