Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

Coming to terms with past sexual abuse isn't easy. Often, the lasting physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual ramifications of sexual abuse can take a toll on not only the victim, but those closest to them. Dr. Dan Allender joins the podcast to discuss the path to renewed joy for those who are looking for healing. - Find Dr Dan Allender's book Healing the Wounded Heart - Find out more about The Allender Center at The Seattle School - Find Dr Dan Allender and The Allender Center on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Make sure to check out our online course Sexpectations, and discover how to look at your sexual story with honesty and compassion and write the next chapter with hope.

Have you been trying to stop unwanted sexual behavior, such as porn? In today's podcast, Jay Stringer unpacks the reason why these unwanted behaviors create a vicious cycle if not addressed, and some important keys to breaking the cycle. - Find Jay Stringer's book Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing - Connect with Jay on his website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Make sure to check out our online course Sexpectations, and discover how to look at your sexual story with honesty and compassion and write the next chapter with hope.

If you've been raised in church you've probably heard this is how it's "supposed" to be. Boy meets girl, they fall in love, have sex for the first time on their wedding night, and "fireworks". They immediately enter a fulfilling sexual relationship that lasts for the rest of their lives. But there's a good chance that's not your story. Laurie Krieg joins the podcast to discuss the heart issues impacting your view of sex, love and more. - Find Laurie and Matt Krieg's book An Impossible Marriage: What Our Mixed-Orientation Marriage Has Taught Us About Love and the Gospel- Connect with Laurie Krieg on her website, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter Make sure to check out our online course Sexpectations, and discover how to look at your sexual story with honesty and compassion and write the next chapter with hope.

Whether you love it or hate it, the issue of sex affects you deeply. Sex is more than a physical act; it's about the heart. Instead of moral formulas and a list of do's and don'ts, you need a way to deal with ALL of your story. In today's podcast, Dr. Carol discusses the keys to understanding your sexual story and how it impacts every facet of your life. Make sure to check out our online course Sexpectations, and discover how to look at your sexual story with honesty and compassion and write the next chapter with hope.

Experiencing spiritual doubt can feel uneasy, but according to a recent study from Barna Research, it's much more common than you think. J. Warner Wallace, author and cold-case homicide detective joins the podcast to discuss his investigation of the Gospel's authenticity and what it means to question your faith in God. Find Detective Wallace's book Cold-Case Christianity: A Homicide Detective Investigates the Claims of the Gospels Check out Cold Case Christianity, or Case Makers Academy for kids Find Detective Wallace on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube

Confronting situations where you felt like a victim isn't easy. Is it possible to quit playing the blame game and defeat fear and a victim mentality? Longtime television host Cynthia Garrett knows this to be true and joins the podcast to illustrate the keys to navigating the most challenging life circumstances. Regardless of the situation, God's unconditional love will help overcome the victim narrative. Find Cynthia Garrett's book I Choose Victory: Moving From Victim To Victor Connect with Cynthia Garrett on her Website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram

Midlife is a season of challenge and change. Though many often associate "midlife" with "crisis," author and speaker, Dorothy Littell Greco reminds us that it doesn't have to be that way–especially when it comes to marriage. On today's episode, learn the keys to making your marriage thrive and live fully alive - even in midlife and beyond. Connect with Dorothy Greco on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram Find her book Marriage in the Middle: Embracing Midlife Surprises, Challenges, and Joys

God has multiple ways to help you grow. But they involve somehow being connected to others. Your challenges did not develop in a day! Sometimes you need something personal, some one-on-one coaching, to provide a new perspective and help you find the steps to take toward wholeness. Dr Carol loves to connect with you one-on-one. Find out if personal coaching might be right for you. And if you become a part of our online community the Fully Alive Group, with your membership comes substantial discounts on coaching sessions with Dr Carol.

According to a recent survey by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than 5 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimers disease. And often the responsibility of caregiving rests on family members. Often the demands of care for those suffering with Alzheimer's and related dementias are at greater risk for anxiety, depression, and poorer quality of life than caregivers of people with other conditions. Marti Pieper joins Dr. Carol to discuss how to rely on God when caring for a loved one when you don't know what the future will bring in this powerful interview. Connect with Marti on her Website, Twitter, or Facebook

Whether we think about it or not, hope is a part of daily life. Those feelings of expectation or desire are an inherent part of being a human being. But can that feeling be chosen in a time of loss or pain? In today's episode, Dr. Carol is joined by Ron Hutchcraft to discuss how your greatest loss can lead to your greatest gain. Connect with Ron Hutchcraft on his Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube Find Ron's book Hope When Your Heart is Breaking