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Clinging to God after divorce
Clinging to God after divorce
Clinging to God after divorce
Sunday 20th October 2019
Barb Roose shares her emotional journey of recovery and faith after divorce due to her husband's alcoholism.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Healing
Authentic
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Religion & Spirituality
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Episode Overview
- Admitting wrongs can free individuals from guilt.
- Community support is crucial for healing.
- Letting go of anger requires strategic effort.
- God's blessings may come in unexpected forms.
- Patience is key in navigating life's challenges.
"I realised that I couldn't keep holding on to it, and so I had to have a strategic process for letting it go."
Experience the emotional and inspiring tale of Barb Roose, who shares her journey of clinging to faith after a challenging divorce caused by her husband's alcoholism. Bill and George start the episode with a discussion on Step 10 of recovery, focusing on the importance of admitting when we're wrong. They highlight how this step can free individuals from the guilt associated with addiction.
Barb Roose joins the conversation, offering a heartfelt account of her struggles and triumphs as she navigated life with an alcoholic spouse. She speaks candidly about her attempts to hold her family together, the emotional toll it took, and her eventual decision to move out for her and her children's wellbeing. Barb's story is one of resilience, showcasing her strategic approach to letting go of anger and resentment through annual 'funerals'—a practice she describes as life-saving.
Despite the pain, Barb finds solace in her faith, emphasising that God's blessings often come in unexpected ways. Her message is a powerful reminder that patience and community support are vital when facing life's toughest challenges. By sharing her experiences, Barb offers hope and encouragement to anyone in a similar situation, proving that even amidst chaos, healing is possible.