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What happens to the pets when a person flees a domestic violence situation? Our guest on today's podcast is Katie Campbell the President and CEO of Red Rover, a nonprofit that specializes in bringing animals and their people from crisis to care. (redrover.org)

71% of women in domestic violence shelters report their abuser threatened, injured or killed a pet as a means of control. Nearly half of victims stay in abusive situations rather than leave their pet behind.

To listen to this episode go to wherever you listen to your podcasts or go to our website at www.shepherdsgate.org/podcast. Let us know what you think in the comments!

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In this powerful installment of Diary of an Overcomer, we sit down with author Daniel Marin to discuss his journey through the shadows of mental illness and the light he found on the other side. Daniel opens up about his personal battles with bipolar disorder, a journey he describes as moving from "the throne of a living hell" to a life of freedom and purpose.

Daniel's story is a raw, honest look at the "invisible chains" of depression and paranoia, and how faith and resilience helped him break them. Whether you are struggling with a diagnosis yourself or supporting a loved one, this episode offers a profound message: you are not alone, and you can overcome.

"Bipolar the Good Life: Breaking the Chains of Depression and Mental Illness" In his book, Daniel Marin details his experience wandering the streets of the city in search of hope and how he finally found the path to stability and peace. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the reality of mental health through a lens of victory.

• Order on Amazon: Bipolar the Good Life by Daniel Marin

Mental Health Resources & Support

If you or someone you know is struggling with bipolar disorder or mental health challenges, please reach out to these organizations for confidential support:

• DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance): Provides hope, help, and support for people living with mood disorders.
  • Website: dbsalliance.org
  • Phone: (312) 642-0049
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Available 24/7 for anyone in the U.S. experiencing mental health-related distress.
  • Call or Text: 988
  • Chat: 988lifeline.org
• Crisis Text Line: Free, 24/7 support from trained crisis counselors.
  • Text: "HOME" to 741741
• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Offers education and support groups across the country.
  • HelpLine: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
  • Website: nami.org

Connect with Shepherd’s Gate: Follow us for more stories of hope and transformation as we document the lives of those who have moved from bondage to breakthrough.

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In this episode, Carol and Jen discuss a little know and talked about threat to the peace and health of a person and that is loneliness. Carol and Jen discuss the surprising studies that have come out about the detrimental effects of loneliness and how we can help ourselves and others overcome those effects.

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Carol and Jen welcome guest Wade Milyard.

Fresh Step Laundry was founded by Wade Milyard in the summer of 2024. The inspiration for this initiative came from his experiences meeting unhoused individuals in Frederick during his time working as a police officer.

He observed firsthand how essential having clean clothes was for their dignity and well-being. Recognizing this critical need, he decided to create a service that offers free laundry services for people facing homelessness.

After his retirement in January of 2025, Wade began the process of designing and building a mobile laundry vehicle that could conveniently meet individuals wherever they were. Following the completion of the vehicle’s upfitting and necessary preparations, Fresh Step Laundry officially began serving the community on September 4th, 2025.

For more information go to www.freshsteplaundry.com

To see Wade on CBS Steve Hartman "On the Road"

https://youtu.be/QcrjPcLlPPg?si=-Drd5txzUi9pwSmW

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Carol and Jen are starting out this new season and new year talking through what it is like for those living on the streets in the colder months of the year and how we can help them in practical ways.

This episode is aimed to get us to think out of our own boxes and imagine what it would be like to live with out warm clothes, a roof over our heads, what it is like to be sick and not have access to cold medications, etc.

Jump in and let's think through this and find ways to help.

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In this episode, Carol and Jen talk about the essentials for those walking through recovery and the family and friends that love them, and how to get prepared for the holiday parties and gatherings keeping your sobriety in tact.

The National Helpline—1-800-662-HELP (4357)—provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and our guest for this episode is Celina. Celina came from a severely abusive marriage that started out loving and escalated over the years into controlling and then physical violence.

She shares with Carol and Jen what her life was like before coming to Shepherd's Gate and what it's like now.

Her story will shock you, she is brutally honest in this episode and we hope it inspires those trapped in abuse to leave the abuser and that life can be safe and healthy again.

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Jason joins Carol and Jen on this episode to share his journey through addiction to Jesus. His Overcomer's Story is raw and real and it is inspiring!

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