Host Troy L. Love sits down with James, a social worker who shares his journey from childhood abandonment and family wounds to grief after the death of a beloved stepfather. They explore how anger, betrayal, addiction, faith, and self-compassion shaped his healing.

Through candid conversation, James describes steps toward peace — setting boundaries with inner judgment, choosing faith over the numbing rebel, and using hardship to grow, serve others, and reclaim safety and purpose.

Thanks to the Artists from Artlist and Storyblocks for the background music.

In this episode of the Finding Peace podcast, join us as we delve into an inspiring conversation with Sam, a man in recovery who is striving to change his life. With 18 months of recovery under his belt, Sam reflects on his journey towards better self-care, revealing his struggles with taking time off work due to deep-seated fears of rejection and being expendable. Together, we explore the roots of these fears, tracing them back to influential moments in his life and unveiling the shadows of the judge, martyr, and politician that have shaped his beliefs.

As Sam opens up about the emotional wounds and expectations that have followed him since childhood, he discovers empowering insights and ways to challenge the narratives that have held him back. This heartfelt discussion offers listeners a window into one person's fight for self-acceptance amidst pressures for perfection, while encouraging us all to embrace our worthiness and prioritize self-care in our daily lives.

Thanks to the United States Marine Band and the following Artists from Artlist and Storyblocks

Flint – Sunmonth,

Daniel Pratt - Honest Thoughts

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Adam Dib - Up in the Sky

Tomáš Herudek - Sound of Something Horrible

Inon Zur - Searching in Shadow

Shahead Mostafafar - Golden Diamond

Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue as performed by the United States Marine Band on July 10, 2018. This file is a work of a United States Marine or employee, taken or made as part of that person's official duties. As a work of the U.S. federal government, it is in the public domain.

Join Amazon bestselling author Troy L. Love in this emotional episode of the Finding Peace podcast as he welcomes Dee, a therapist battling her own shadows of betrayal and shame. Together, they journey to uncover the barriers keeping Dee from finding peace and connection.

Through a heartfelt discussion, they explore the intricacies of betrayal trauma, the shadows of judgment, and the weight of family shame. Dee opens up about her fear of being invisible, her desire for legacy, and the protection shields she conceived as a child to survive neglect and betrayal.

As the episode unfolds, Dee uncovers her wisdom and light, embracing her true power, and embarking on a cathartic bonfire ritual to release the burdens she carried. Experience the uplifting transformation as she finds her path to joy, love, and authentic self-acceptance.

Troy guides Dee to challenge her limiting beliefs, dismantle her shadows, and reconnect with clarity and self-care, offering profound insights for listeners on their own journey to healing. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that vulnerability is not a weakness but a doorway to true strength and joy.