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Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolIdentity, Transformation, and Redemption for the LGBTQ ExperienceIdentity is a hot topic in today's culture, especially when it comes to the LGBTQ conversation. But where does identity come from? Does it matter? And does one's biology matter? Elizabeth Woning embraced a lesbian lifestyle and a theology that embraced homosexuality until she had an encounter experiencing the love of God while engaged in pastoral ministry. She since cofounded CHANGED Movement, a network of individuals who have moved away from LGBTQ identity. As a licensed pastor she also trains emerging Christian leaders. In this deep personal and theological conversation, she talks with Dr. Carol a...2025-06-2456 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolSingle, Christian, and Whole: Q&A with Dr. CarolWhat does it really look like to walk with God in singleness—especially when the path feels long, lonely, or confusing? In this honest and compassionate episode, Dr. Carol responds to real questions from listeners about the complexities of single life. We talk about the ache of unfulfilled longing, wrestling with God when He hasn’t brought a spouse, and how to navigate desire—especially sexual desire—in a healthy, Christ-centered way when you're single. We also dive into the ways the Church can sometimes overlook or wound singles, and how to pursue genuine, soul-nourishing intimacy through friendship and spiritua...2025-06-1735 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Power of Prayer and Process: Integrating Therapy and Theology for Lasting ChangeIn this powerful session from our Change(d) Conference 2024, we’re joined by a licensed marriage and family therapist with a unique blend of clinical expertise and pastoral insight. With years of experience walking with individuals and couples through the trenches of intimacy, sexuality, and relational pain, Zion Montgomery offers a compelling vision for how lasting transformation happens when both therapy and theology are brought together—rather than pitted against each other. In this episode, you’ll hear her rich presentation on the process of healing from the inside out, followed by a live conversation with me as host as well...2025-06-1048 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolSanctuary of Silence: The Church's Role in Domestic AbuseWhat happens when the place meant to be a refuge becomes a source of silence—or worse, complicity—in the face of abuse? In this episode, we sit down with Diane Schnickels, certified counselor, domestic abuse advocate, and founder of Living Waters of Hope to talk honestly about domestic violence in the context of Christian faith. Together, we unpack the warning signs that distinguish abuse from everyday conflict, and explore the emotional and spiritual toll it takes on a woman’s heart—especially when shame, confusion, or a sense that she somehow “deserved it” cloud the truth. We examine how...2025-06-0339 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions on Marriage, Sex, and RelationshipsDr. Carol regularly gets questions about difficult marriage, relationship, and sexual issues. On this episode she answers questions about some especially challenging situations; a wife whose husband is living with another woman, a husband who is frustrated with his wife's frequent "no" to sex, a wife whose husband is threatening to make her move out, a husband whose wife has left for the second time, a young woman struggling with pornography, and a wife who has experienced traumatic married sex. The insights Dr. Carol offers will help you in your relationships too! And for each question, she...2025-05-2738 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Find True Connection Through Courageous AuthenticityThis episode is about matters of the heart. Dr. Carol talks with Tom Bennardo, a seasoned ministry leader, author, and spiritual director, about the power and challenge of courageous authenticity. We explore the barriers that keep us from true connection—what he calls "Level 3 intimacy," where we move beyond surface interactions into deeper, truly vulnerable relationships. Whether it's fear, shame, or past wounds, we unpack what holds us back and why authenticity is both risky and essential for a meaningful life. Together, we discuss practical ways to cultivate deeper intimacy—with God, within ourselves, and in a few pers...2025-04-2948 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy There's More to Your Story: Unpacking the Past to Unlock Your FutureYour past is not truly past; it is still impacting you today. In this episode, Dr. Carol talks with trauma therapist and licensed clinical social worker Adam Young to explore how making sense of your story can lead to freedom, meaning, and transformation. We unpack the ways your past still holds power over you—often in ways you don’t even realize—and why resistance to facing your story is so common. Adam Young shares insights into how memory works, why certain moments from your past feel “stuck,” and how your brain and body hold onto experiences and bring them into the p...2025-04-2240 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolBreaking the Silence: Women, Abuse, and the ChurchThe Christian church has long been a place of both refuge and harm for women, with many experiencing sexism, harassment, or a culture that upholds harmful power dynamics. That is certainly not the way of Jesus, so what can we do about it? In this episode, Dr. Carol talks with licensed counselor and former pastor Dr. Andrew Bauman to discuss the ways a pornified mindset distorts relationships, how church culture can perpetuate abuse, and what true healing and change require. Whether you’re a man seeking to unlearn harmful narratives or a woman longing for clarity and empowerment, th...2025-04-0836 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolRestoring What’s Broken: Biblical & Clinical Wisdom for Healing from Sexual AbuseChildhood sexual abuse leaves deep wounds—emotional, psychological, and spiritual. But healing is possible. In this powerful conversation, Dr. Carol sits down with Dr. Adam Dell, a licensed psychologist, trauma expert, and author, who shares his personal journey of healing and how both faith and therapy played a role in his restoration. With honesty and compassion, he unpacks the Bible’s perspective on trauma and sexual shame, addressing common struggles survivors face, from self-blame to feeling distant from God. Drawing from his clinical experience, Dr. Dell provides practical steps toward healing, emphasizing the power of truth, community, and God’s rede...2025-04-0146 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy the Presence of Jesus Changes Everything We may believe Jesus can change things. But we either get upset because we can't orchestrate things to make it happen, or get discouraged because it seems He's not doing what we expect. The truth is that everything changes when Jesus shows up! That beautiful moment when Jesus steps in is usually the beginning, and there's much transformation yet for us to experience. But there are elements we can embrace, places we can put ourselves, to make space for Jesus to do His transformative work. Dr. Carol talks about that in this episode, and introduces...2025-03-1822 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolFalling Forward: Turning Slips and Relapses into Stepping Stones to Transformation In your journey to transformation you will be tempted again. And most followers of Jesus will slip again. It's tempting to fall into a shame spiral. You may think, "I've got to try harder and be more self-disciplined." Or, "It's no use. I'm too far gone. I might as well give up." You find yourself hiding from yourself, others, and from God. In this episode Dr. Carol unpacks how to deal with slips and relapses in your transformation journey. She outlines practical steps to building your escape plan for when you're tempted, and also how to set yourself...2025-03-1128 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolReclaiming Your Power: Steps to Healing from Sexual HarmDr. Carol believes, as many experts do, that it's a rare person indeed who has not experienced some form of sexual harm, whether obvious and severe, or more subtle and "normalized." You didn't wake up one day and decide to have sexual "issues," and behind your "issues" is almost always some dimension of experiencing sexual harm. In this episode Dr. Carol discusses different categories of sexual harm, the many ways such harm impacts you over the long haul, and three specific and practical steps to take that will bring real and deep healing. Check out...2025-01-2129 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow Will You End 2024?In this raw unproduced non-episode episode, Dr. Carol shares a quick word from her heart about coming to the end of 2024. Right now, come check out ARISE: A Place of Transformation, and be part of making this beautiful place a reality for people to experience lasting transformation through Dr. Carol Ministries intensives. Or you may wish to purchase an item from our Amazon Wish List to help us be ready for moving into this place where lives will be healed and transformed for eternity. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can leave her a confidential message here. 2024-12-2807 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Christmas Eve Special: Some of My Favorite ThingsChristmas can be a season of wonder, hope, and joy. However, it can also be a very difficult season for many. Often it's both good - and hard. Dr. Carol shares a few of her favorite things at Christmas, and how these objects signify aspects of what Christmas means. Perhaps this will help you think of your own favorite things this Christmas. All of us at Dr. Carol Ministries pray that Jesus bless you with a special sense of His presence this season. Merry Christmas! Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You c...2024-12-2411 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Fresh Perspective on Charles Dickens' A Christmas CarolA Christmas Carol, the classic story by Charles Dickens, has been made into several movies and told in countless ways for generations. However, is it possible that this holiday story of Ebeneezer Scrooge and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come might have meaning to your own life story? In this special Christmas episode Dr. Carol talks with best-selling author and columnist Bob Welch about stinginess, innocence, grief, joy, transformation, and other contemporary and meaningful lessons about how to live - and how not to live - not only at Christmas but throughout the y...2024-12-1730 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolCan Biblical Friendships Be the Cure to Loneliness?Christians have the best answer to the epidemic of loneliness in our culture. As articulated by the US Surgeon General, being disconnected has life-damaging consequences. But too many in the body of Christ are neither experiencing nor offering the kind of friendship Christians are uniquely equipped to provide. Dr. Carol's guest on this episode is author and podcaster Rebecca McLaughlin who has a PhD in literature from Cambridge University and a theology degree from Oak Hill Theological College in London. She contends that friendship love is not optional for followers of Jesus. She explains why this love...2024-12-1043 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHealing Your Sexual StoryLove sex or hate it, and regardless of your relationship status, you have a sexual story. You might be proud of part of your sexual story. But you may also struggle with shame and guilt about parts of your story. And whether you’re married or unmarried, your sexual story greatly impacts your ability to experience real intimacy with others and with God. In this talk Dr. Carol gave at the SHE Recovery Summit, she uses personal stories, theological perspectives, and clinical research in sexuality and neuroscience, to address how the unhealed parts of your sexual story pr...2024-11-2653 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow Saying YES to God's Intervention Can Save a Toxic Marriage"Is there anything too hard for the Lord?" The Bible asks that question, and answers it with a clear "No, nothing is impossible with God!" But does that apply to a truly destructive marriage? If your relationship is deeply troubled, you may be asking, "Is there any hope?" Shayne and Sheila Pitcock would say YES, there is hope! They join Dr. Carol on this episode to share their story. There are buzzwords here; domestic violence, abuse, separation. Healing requires both partners to allow God to do His work, but you'll hear how God can redeem anything when t...2024-11-1944 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow Your Story, the Bible's Story, and God's Story Come TogetherKnowing information, even information about God, is important. But so many Christians find information woefully inadequate to fully address the realities of their lives. Our souls long for something more - something of beauty, connection, even love. In this unique and beautiful conversation Dr. Carol talks with Quina Aragon, author, editor, and spoken word artist, about the love of God - not in the sense of information, but from story - our story, the Bible's story, and God's story. And you'll especially enjoy the poetic reading near the end of this episode. Connect with Quina...2024-11-1242 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolPractical Ways to Overcome Loneliness and Find the Deeper Connections Your Heart NeedsThe US Surgeon General has highlighted the epidemic of loneliness in our culture, and the very negative health implications. Just being around people is helpful but inadequate to satisfy the deep longing for connection God built into every human heart. In this practical episode Dr. Carol talks with Becky Harling, speaker, podcaster, Bible teacher, and author, about the deeper connections our hearts truly need, and what you can do to proactively nurture those connections. Though it may feel challenging, every one of us can take the initiative to find your people, and you'll be healthier and happier...2024-11-0540 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions About Intimacy, Sex, and RelationshipsDr. Carol receives lots of questions about relationships, menopause and married sex, marital rape, struggle with pornography, and more. In today's episode she answers some listener submitted questions on a range of subjects. You won't want to miss this! Resources mentioned in this episode: - Navigating Midlife online course - Article Having the Sex Talk With Your Spouse - eBook Dr. Carol's Guide to Sex and Menopause - Article Why You Are Not Entitled to Sex - Article Where to Start if Your Marriage Lacks Intimacy - Free download A Pres...2024-10-2226 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolIt's Not About the Porn, Alcohol, or Drugs: Getting Deeper Than Behavior ChangeMany followers of Jesus might wish God would "zap" them out of their addiction to porn, alcohol, or whatever else. Are they uniquely flawed when they still struggle with their unwanted behavior patterns? Doesn't being "a new creation in Christ" mean things should be resolved? Troy and Melissa Haas are licensed counselors and lead the HopeQuest family of ministries. They join Dr. Carol on this episode to talk about their own story of painful addiction and betrayal trauma, and about how they are now helping so many individuals and families find not just sobriety but lasting and w...2024-10-1553 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDoing Blended Families God's WayThe divorce rate for blended families is 70%. But there's another surprising statistic; well over 99% of couples who do this one specific activity stay together - blended or not. Dr. Carol talks with Scott and Vanessa Martindale of Blended Kingdom Families in this very encouraging episode. Scott shares the one activity that guarantees an over 99% success rate for you staying together! We talk about the unique challenges blended families face, but even more about the doable ways of building oneness even when your marriage is blended. Check out the organization Scott and Vanessa Martindale lead, Blended K...2024-10-0137 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Journey Out: How One Man Experienced Lasting ChangeWhat kind of change is possible - or not possible, especially when it comes to LGBTQ issues? And how does change happen? There are no one-size-fits-all answers. But as the Changed movement is demonstrating, there are more stories of lasting change than many realize. Dr. Carol's guest on this episode is Ken Williams, co-founder of the Changed Movement. He shares his story of following Jesus away from a gay identity to what he describes as a true masculine identity and intimacy with God – and also being happily married to his wife. And Ken and Dr. Carol dive deep...2024-09-2445 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhen Things Fall Apart: God's Creative Process for Rebuilding Your LifeAt some point in life, you'll likely to face a time when everything seems to be falling apart. A job loss, health or financial crisis, end of a marriage, death of a close loved one, or other catastrophe that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, and unsure whether or how you can go on living. Dr. Carol's guest on this episode, author, Bible teacher, and minister Dawn Mann Sanders brings her own personal experience and a deep exploration of God's creative process to this encouraging conversation. You'll learn how to partner with God in overcoming adversity and r...2024-09-1741 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDating God's Way: Preparing for a Marriage, Not Just a WeddingThe Bible doesn't talk specifically about dating. But that doesn't mean it has nothing to say on the subject. Dating as a Christian can seem confusing, and hard. There are questions not only about sexuality and sexual behavior, but about how to know if this is "the one," what makes a relationship healthy, and preparing for not just a wedding but a marriage. Tovares and Safa Gray talk with Dr. Carol in this authentic and fun conversation about Godly Dating 101 - their ministry to young Christians helping them navigate all the challenging questions and experiences they are...2024-09-0342 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolRaising Christian Kids in an LGBTQ+ WorldThe rapid increase in LGBTQ+ issues in our culture leaves many Christian parents struggling with how to navigate these realities with their children in ways that are both loving and aligned to their Christian faith. Dr. Carol's guest on today's episode is Ellen Radcliff. She was raised in a Christian home and also wrestles with same-sex attraction. As a faithful Christian wife and mother who holds to a Biblical sexual ethic, she now works with other parents and families navigating these challenging waters. From both her own experience and her theological training she can help you maintain...2024-08-2738 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolAuthentic Intimacy, Sexual Wholeness, and Freedom from Shame for Christian WomenChristian women, young and old, often struggle with a disconnect between what their intellect may know is "right" about sexuality, God, and relationships, and what their own experience has been. Pornography or other ungodly sexual behaviors only add to their sexual shame and feeling of being stuck. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Joy Skarka, director of discipleship for Authentic Intimacy, about the journey God invites every woman into of discovering the full love of God, how to grow into freedom from sexual shame regardless of your story, and the experience of true intimacy as G...2024-08-2038 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolReclaiming the Way God Made You as a ManOur culture seems obsessed with sex. Then why do so many men seem to experience sexual desire as a place of brokenness, shame, struggle, and confusion? Dr. Carol's guest on this episode asserts that men are oversexualized yet sexually undernourished, and that many men need more talk, not less, about sexuality. Experienced therapist and author Sam Jolman joins Dr. Carol to talk about masculine sexuality as God designed it to be, how evil has hijacked and distorted this critical part of a man's soul, and what the journey to sexual wholeness, wonder, freedom, and even innocence is...2024-08-0645 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat Healing from Trauma and Betrayal can Mean for Your Marriage NowYour heart is shattered. How can you find healing when you've been wounded by trauma and betrayal? And that process is even more challenging when you brought your past complex trauma into the relationship to begin with. Trauma expert and counselor Stacey Sadler Smith has both experienced that herself, and now brings years of professional experience to helping both individuals and couples heal from trauma and betrayal. She talks with Dr. Carol on this episode about her own story, about broken attachments, and about the process of repair after trauma and betrayal - both for one's own...2024-06-1136 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolUnderstanding the (False) Solution Porn Offers and Why it MattersMany who use pornography struggle to quit when they try to, even if they deeply believe it's wrong and even while using various tricks and techniques and "praying more". Porn is often seen as the problem, and it is a problem. But what if porn is the (false) solution being offered to a different "problem". On this vulnerable and raw episode, Dr. Carol talks with Drew Boa about how he came to see "porn as my pacifier". They unpack the often-unaddressed issues that lead to pornography use. Hear how Drew did the hard and successful work to hea...2024-06-0433 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Survivor's Story of Freedom from TraffickingMost people know sex trafficking exists. But you might imagine that's something "out there" and could never affect anyone close to you. And why would someone ever get hooked into that lifestyle? Why don't they just leave? Dr. Carol's guest on this episode is Jasmine Grace Marino. As a former sex worker who now helps and advocates for others on the journey out of that lifestyle, she talks openly about the matters of the heart that are at play for those affected by sex trafficking, including the roles of addiction and pornography. And it's not hopeless; you'll...2024-05-2834 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Best-Kept and Proven Secret for Improving Your Mental HealthMay is mental health awareness month. It's no secret that mental health issues have become a pandemic in our culture. How can Christians navigate their own mental health in ways that are both effective and consistent with their faith? And what might the Christian church have to offer in the broader mental health arena? Joe Padilla, licensed and ordained minister, talks with Dr. Carol about the Mental Health Grace Alliance - validated in scientific journals, and perhaps the largest network of Christian mental health groups worldwide. Combining research-based best practices and Bible-centered curricula, this resource is a...2024-05-2143 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy Being a Real Man is Different than you Think, and How to Get ThereWith all the talk in the last few years about "toxic masculinity," what is a real man? Does it have to do with doing "manly" things such as sports or being outdoors? It can't be being "nice;" that's not appealing. What's really at the core of being a man, particularly as God intended? Author, radio host, and advocate for children's healing Brant Hansen talks with Dr. Carol on this episode about the kind of men, and especially young men, we need. He describes some critical decisions a young man needs to make, and applies this to relationships...2024-05-1437 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolAre You Getting What You Wanted: The Christian Man's Key to the Life You Always WantedWhat did you expect out of life and marriage? Are you getting what you wanted? Life can get busy and overwhelming for a man in the "stress bubble" in trying to manage life, marriage, perhaps kids, career, and trying to be the man God created you to be. You could use some help. Jim Ramos, author, speaker, and founder of Men in the Arena, is Dr. Carol's guest on this episode. They talk about the major mindset shift Jim had to experience that changed everything in his life and especially in his marriage. Husbands will be both e...2024-05-0751 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Maintain a Soft Heart in a Hard-edged SocietyThere are many reasons for and ways of becoming hard in our cruel world. You may think a hard heart is a good and protective thing. When harm or disappointment comes, a natural human response is to develop a tough and closed heart. But that also closes you off to the good things God intends for you and wants to work in you. Is there a way to cherish a soft heart in a tough world? Mother, writer, and teacher Charaia Rush is Dr. Carol's guest on this encouraging episode. They talk about how shame and pain...2024-04-3038 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolGetting to the Roots of Sexual Issues and the Way to HealingIf you've been wrestling with sexual "stuff," you may wonder things like, How did I end up this way? Why do I keep doing this? Why do I keep trying harder and nothing seems to change? Why aren't my prayers working? How do I get out of this mess? In this conversation with Dr. Carol, counselor, author, and minister Jay Stringer explains why the details of your story, especially your sexual story, shine the light on the path to healing. He uses attachment theory to explain how we come to be where we are, including how our...2024-04-2347 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Transgender's Story of Brokenness, Faith, and HealingTransgender issues have become a hot topic in culture and in the Christian church. Is the cultural narrative missing the point, and if so, where? How can Christians address the distress those struggling with gender issues experience in a redemptive way? Dr. Carol's guest on this fascinating episode is Walt Heyer, who transitioned to living as a woman for eight years, and then de-transitioned back to his birth gender. Walt has now devoted his life and influence to helping others who are struggling with these issues. His faith and relentless pursuit of wholeness will inspire you. 2024-04-1642 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy Information Alone Can't Fix Sexual Brokenness Part IIIn part one of last week's conversation, Dr. Carol described why information alone is not effective in bringing sexual wholeness, and why experiences and true connection is necessary. In part two, you'll hear what Dr. Carol Ministries has already been doing to help people grow into sexual wholeness, and some of the results. And you'll hear about the new kind of experience we are offering to help people bring Jesus into the places they need Him most, and how you - or a friend - can be a part of this. Check out Dr. Carol's...2024-04-0919 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy Information Alone Can't Fix Sexual Brokenness There's an abundance of information available in regards to sexuality and relationships. But that information has not resulted in any lessening of sexual brokenness - in the culture at large or within the Christian church. Something is missing. In this first of a two-part conversation, Dr. Carol addresses that missing piece by discussing neurobiology, the way God created human beings with the need for intimacy (different from sex), and the process God uses to bring us to integration and wholeness. You'll understand what leads to true change, and why more information doesn't work. Check out...2024-04-0228 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolLove Across the Spectrum: Neurodiversity and Your Christian Marriage If your marriage is difficult, when is it a character issue? And when is it the way someone's brain is wired? How do you respond with grace while protecting your sanity? Neurodiversity, in particular autism spectrum disorder, impacts human relationships deeply, especially marriages. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Stephanie Holmes, psychologist and coach specializing in neurodiverse Christian marriages, about how understanding brain wiring provides perspective on living wisely in a difficult marriage, differentiating character issues vs. neurology issues, and provides an honest look at how to find a God-honoring way to function well.2024-03-2637 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolOne Woman's Journey of Homosexuality, Healing, and JesusSame-sex attraction and homosexuality are hot-button issues both in culture and in the Christian church. But beneath the debates about behavior, as important as those are, there are deeper matters of the heart including the need for attachment and intimacy. How does that connect with what Scripture says about homosexuality? In this challenging and deep episode, Dr. Carol talks with Anne Edward about her own journey through lesbianism, the matters in her heart that led her out of that, and what it's looked like for her to follow Jesus and now minister to countless others wrestling with i...2024-03-1945 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Impact of Narcissistic Abuse in Marriage Confused, emotionally exhausted, or feeling crazy or depressed about your marriage? These might be signs you are being impacted by narcissistic and emotional abuse. Narcissism is a loaded word in our contemporary culture. But how do you know if that's what you're experiencing is your imagination, or is truly toxic? Dr. David Hawkins, director of the Marriage Recovery Center, has been dealing with individuals so affected for over 40 years. He joins Dr. Carol on this episode to provide a sobering picture of the suffering narcissistic and emotional abuse brings, and also to offer some wonderful guidance and hope...2024-03-1253 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Truth About Faith, Trauma, PTSD, and Post-Traumatic GrowthBad things happen even to good people. What happens in a person when they experience trauma or ongoing hardship? There's been a lot of talk in the last few years about trauma-informed care, PTSD, and such. How does all that integrate with faith in God and one's Christian experience? Dr. Shannae Anderson, licensed clinical psychologist, has been working in this field for over 25 years. She talks with Dr. Carol on this episode about integrating psychological trauma-informed care with the Holy Spirit's presence and work in a person's heart to bring healing, growth, meaning, and resilience. They talk...2024-03-0544 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow Feeling Entitled to Sex Can Destroy Your MarriageCulture has made many people believe you must have a happy sex life in order to be whole and fulfilled in life. The church has "Christianized" that idea, leading many to believe you are entitled to sex, especially if you're married. But countless Christian married people are finding that doesn't work out well. Author, husband, podcaster, and pastor Noah Filipiak talks with Dr. Carol on this episode about how feeling entitled to sex almost destroyed his marriage, and what he believes now. They talk about the belief some have that sex is the "prize" for getting married...2024-02-2748 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Have the Intimacy You Always Wanted in Your MarriageThe illusion that intimacy in marriage just "happens" may not even last as long as the wedding cake. Maybe the intimate connection between you was good but became broken, or maybe you've never had that strong of a connection. What are the practical steps for those who want more from their relationship to actually build true intimacy that lasts? Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith had to wrestle with that question in their own marriage. On this episode they talk with Dr. Carol about not only their story, but the practical framework they've developed to help couples at every...2024-02-0642 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Christian Lawyer Addresses Sexual Abuse by Church LeadersTragically there are too many times when a spiritual leader uses their spiritual authority to perpetrate sexual harm and abuse on individuals under their care. The harm such victims experience is deep and long-lasting. And when these individuals seek help, the church's response has too often only added to their pain. In this sobering but enlightening episode Dr. Carol talks with Christian lawyer Boz Tchividjian about clergy sexual abuse in the Protestant church - a cause he has devoted a good share of his career to. Boz has worked for decades on behalf of those who have...2024-01-3044 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolBoundaries for Christians: How to Guard Your Heart and Love WiselyDo you find yourself struggling with people pleasing, unhealthy relationships, avoiding conflict, or trouble setting boundaries? Have you lost yourself along the way of trying to love those closest to you? Perhaps you're suffering and struggle to understand why. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Courtney Burg about the family-of-origin dynamics that may set you up for codependency and ongoing dysfunction. And then you'll hear how to overcome your fear of setting boundaries, and what that looks like for a follower of Jesus. You can learn to love in ways that are wise and life-giving. 2024-01-1633 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Help Your Children Adopt Positive Attitudes, Act Righteously, and Develop Healthy HabitsDoes trying to get your children to obey leave you frustrated and upset? And does it seem that if you clamp down harder, your kids only resist more? What if there were a way to help your kids want to "be good," know how to do that, and actually demonstrate a healthy godly character even when you're not watching? Dr. Kathy Koch from Celebrate Kids joins Dr. Carol on this episode to help you learn how to Parent Differently. She offers practical, relatable, and spiritually-related insights and strategies that focus on guiding and growing your kids so...2024-01-0936 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Deeper Meaning of ChristmasThe Christmas season brings lots of emotions; anticipation, hope, joy – and for some, deep loneliness, pain, or grief. Being intentional about how you celebrate the holiday season will make it so much more meaningful. In this holiday episode Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Andrew Fox, pastor and professor, about the deeper meaning of Christmas including some unique and fun differences in how Christmas is celebrated in the U.S. versus Great Britain. Find Dr. Fox on his website, Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube. Check out Dr. Carol's article How to Plan Your Way through the Ho...2023-12-1929 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolFrom Suffering to HopeTo be human is to suffer. And we don't like that! Much of our energy is expended is seeking to prevent or stop suffering. It's not that such efforts are not good; they are. But if we are to get through this human experience with any hope at all, we will need to change our relationship with suffering. To help us do that, Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Curt Thompson, Christian psychiatrist, about the journey from suffering through perseverance and character to the formation of hope. If you suffer, you need to hear this! With deep caring...2023-12-0545 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHealing Earthly Father Wounds By Connecting with your Heavenly FatherYour relationship - or lack thereof - with your earthly father impacts your relationship with your heavenly Father. If your earthly father was absent, or unpredictable, or harsh and abusive, or neglectful, or emotionally unavailable, you'll experience God the same way. Overcoming father wounds is a challenge for so many people. Kia Stephens has experienced father wounds. In this episode she talks with Dr. Carol about the long process of her healing, and how she has built a healthy relationship with her Heavenly Father. Kia now helps countless others find the same healing - in their earthly...2023-11-2137 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolIt's Not a Zap: Understanding the Process of Spiritual FormationDon't you often wish God would "zap" you from here to there? If you need to change and you ask Him to change you, don't you wish it would happen quickly? But all longterm followers of Jesus discover that spiritual transformation is a process - and one where we learn to cooperate with God. Jonathan Daugherty has experienced that transformation, and now as founder and president of Be Broken Ministries he helps many others experience that as well. In this episode he talks with Dr. Carol about the 3-stage process to become spiritually mature and whole, and...2023-11-1439 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolRedefining the Christian Way of Thinking About Purpose and CallingChristian culture has promoted the idea of purpose and calling. But the struggle to find and fulfill one's purpose and calling has left many feeling frustrated, tired, and discouraged. Longing for significance and greatness seems often futile and disappointing. Do our priorities and perspective need to be changed? Dr. Carol talks with Kelly Needham, Bible teacher, author, wife and mom, about how we've been fooled in our understanding of purpose. Striving for meaning and longing for significance is not fulfilled by things we do, but by Who we know. This conversation just may set you free and...2023-11-0739 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolLiving in Grace: Strengthening Your Marriage with Gospel PrinciplesEvery marriage is the union of two sinners. And that sets every couple up for pain and disappointment. Most couples simply react to the stresses their marriage encounters, or don't think about it much until a crisis hits. Grace and intentionality can change all that. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Brad and Marilyn Rhoads about how their own marriage was desperately challenging in the beginning, and how grace change both of their hearts. They then address how grace impacts communication, sex, money, and more, and why a foundation of God's grace and being intentional is...2023-10-3138 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Hidden Reasons Men Struggle to Love, and How They Can LearnSobriety is not enough. There are many men who have found sobriety from problematic sexual behaviors, but their relationships are still in tatters. And many women say something like, "My husband doesn't know how to love me." What's missing? Dr. Eddie Capparucci answers these questions in this episode with Dr. Carol, addressing the underlying reasons many men struggle with addiction, sex, and intimacy, and how they can overcome these blind spots. If you want to move beyond stopping bad behavior and experience a truly healthy relationship, this is for you. Check out Dr. Eddie Capparucci's Inner C...2023-10-2442 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolGetting Up Again: How God Uses Adversity and ResilienceWho hasn't felt knocked down, held back, or left out? Perhaps you feel that way now. Whether your problems stem from your own choices and behaviors, or whether you've been harmed by others, there is a pathway back to goodness and a life full of purpose. That pathway involves cooperating with God in changing your mindset and taking positive action. Kimberly Jones, better known as Real Talk Kim, talks with Dr. Carol on this episode about places in her life where she felt stuck, and how she changed her mindset and her actions in becoming the hugely...2023-10-1735 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Deal with a Narcissist at Home or In ChurchToo often narcissism seems to thrive in our churches as well as in some Christian homes. Navigating out of the pain and dysfunction involved is hard. And Chuck DeGroat has been helping churches, individuals, couples, and church systems address these issues for over 20 years. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Chuck DeGroat about some of the deeper personal and church system factors that can lead to narcissism, and what's required to find healing both personally and in the church. If you've been harmed by narcissistic abuse you will find this insightful and healing. Connect...2023-10-0341 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolIn the Name of God: The Church's Response to Sexual Abuse and ExploitationSomeone sitting beside you at church, at work, or at school has experienced sexual abuse or exploitation. Perhaps that's even you. Unfortuately, the Christian community's response has not always been effective. Drawing from her own story makes Trish Propson – chaplain, author, speaker, and advocate – a sensitive and engaging voice in bringing hope and healing to those who need to be set free. On this episode Dr. Carol talks with Trish to shine the light on how sexual abuse and exploitation are affecting members of the Christian community, and what the church can do about it. Conn...2023-09-2640 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolStronger Together: Why Close Friends Are Necessary The loneliness epidemic is real, and has a larger impact on physical and mental health than most people realize. But friendship is hard and messy, perhaps more so in our culture today than ever before. Are ongoing authentic friendships really possible? And are they worth the effort and the risks? Lawyer, author, and speaker Justin Whitmel Earley joins Dr. Carol on this episode to talk about how we are all Made for People and the concept of covenant friendship. He talks vulnerably about the difficulties and risks of such friendship, but also about how this is...2023-09-1932 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHoly Sexuality: A Gospel-centered Approach to Sex in Today's CultureTeens and young people today are swimming in, drowning in, an unhealthy culture especially around issues of sexuality and gender. Holy sexuality often seems outdated or impossible. But these questions and challenges are not new. Dr. Christopher Yuan joins Dr. Carol in this deep and empowering episode to address holy sexuality - what it is, how it differs from the contemporary mindset, where these challenges come from, and how teens and young people can be discipled to embrace a gospel-centered lifestyle and worldview around issues of sexuality and gender. Check out The Holy Sexuality Project, e...2023-09-1246 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat Does the Bible Really Say About Same-Sex Marriage?Issues around same-sex relationships are "hot topics" both in culture and in the Christian church. And what about same-sex marriage in particular? What does the Bible really say about same-sex marriage? And how should we even go about addressing these kinds of questions? On this no-holds-barred episode Dr. Carol talks with Preston Sprinkle from the Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender, about what the Bible has to say about what marriage IS and how that impacts our conversations around LGB issues. They address how followers of Jesus should both think and behave in theologically faithful and personally c...2023-08-2956 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDecoding Narcissism: Understanding the Signs and Solutions In Your RelationshipsNarcissism can be an unfounded accusation, and it can also lead to marriage trauma. How do you know if you're living with a narcissist? And what if you might be one? Narcissism creates challenges for any relationship, but especially in the most intimate relationship of marriage. In this episode Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Jake Porter, relational psychotherapist, about the nuances of narcissism, why we all need a bit of it and when it becomes a problem, and some practical things you need to know if you're living with such a person. There's more hope than you...2023-08-2247 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHealing from Loss: The Importance of Grieving WellWe all experience loss. Small or large, healing from any loss requires grieving well. Many people imagine grief only applies when a loved one dies. It certainly applies then, but for mental, relational, and spiritual health it's important to grieve all our losses. Chuck and Ashley Elliott have experienced losses - individually and together, including loss of trust through pornography use, and loss of children through repeated pregnancy loss. They talk with Dr. Carol on this episode about the impact of grief on relationships with each other, with family and friends, and with God. Connect w...2023-08-1541 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat to Do If You've Been Betrayed in Your RelationshipWhen trust is broken in a marriage there's always an underlying story. Although behaviors absolutely matter, there's more to be addressed. Looking at the matters of the heart for both the betrayer and the betrayed spouse makes a new chapter possible - regardless of what happens in the marriage. In this episode Jessica and Ryan McDaniel talk with Dr. Carol about their story. You may first think it's Ryan's story, but keep listening; it's Jessica's story too! And then they talk about what's happened in both of their hearts, and how they now help other couples work...2023-07-2551 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolMarried But LonelyBeing married and feeling alone may be the worst loneliness of all. Whether or not sex is happening, your heart craves true intimacy. And can true connection happen even after trust has been broken? Danisa and Jorge Suarez did not have good role models to build their marriage on, but they persisted. In this episode Dr. Carol talks with them about what they learned, and their work together now as a couple helping other couples overcome sexual issues or betrayal and build the kind of intimacy they need. They also talk about their heart for helping Christian l...2023-07-1843 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Why and How of Talking to Your Kids About Sex If you're a parent, you are likely anxious about talking with your kids about sex. And many parents and others who care about kids feel that the ways most people have been handling "the sex talk" hasn't worked well at all. The Lindas have a different approach than you're used to seeing. In this episode Dr. Carol talks with Linda Noble and Linda Stewart, who are both educators and parents, about the deeper ideas kids need to understand about God's design for the body, sex, love, and relationships, and how parents and mentors can make this a normal p...2023-07-1147 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Idol Trap: How to Avoid Making Marriage, Singleness, or Parenthood Your Ultimate GoalRelationship status is a big deal. Marriage was God's idea, and He created it to be good. But when we make something God created to be good into an idol, it becomes harmful. We can do that with marriage or parenthood. We can also do that with singleness. In this brief episode Dr. Carol addresses the harm that can come when we turn one of God's good gifts into an idol, and how we must fully live into the relationship status to which God has called us – regardless of whether married, single, or parents - or not.2023-07-0416 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolLiving Without LustLUST. What a disturbing word for many. Is living without lust possible? What is lust, and is it possible to have healthy sexual desire apart from lust? Dr. Carol's guest on this episode believe the answers to those questions is YES. Jay Haug is the executive director of Living Without Lust, an organization helping men who struggle with lust and supporting the Christian leaders who serve them. He shares his own story of sex addiction and the long journey to finding freedom, and what the most important keys to freedom are for anyone experiencing the control of...2023-06-2739 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Satisfy Your Heart's Deeper DesiresWhat has your heart most deeply longed for? Whether you've used these words or not, it has something to do with being safe, secure, and loved. Life often leads to deep wounds around your deepest longings. What do you do then? As a little girl Sue Moore prayed, "God, make me pretty, and happy, and give me a man who loves me." On the podcast today she talks with Dr. Carol about how different her life ended up than how she had originally hoped, how God brought rescue and goodness out of all the mess, and how she...2023-06-1349 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolCan A Marriage Be Good If One Spouse Deals with Mental Health Struggles? Marriage always takes work. But what happens when mental health struggles get added to the mix? How can both partners experience intimacy and goodness when things get messy? In this eyeopening episode Dr. Carol talks with founder and president of The Veritas Creative, Jon Seidl and his wife, Brett, a business owner and interior designer. Jon lives with significant mental health diagnoses. However, in this conversation the couple discus how their marriage has not only survived but thrived, and how those in the body of Christ can help those challenged with mental illness. Connect with Jon...2023-05-3044 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolLove, Loneliness, Sex and the Single ChristianMany in the Christian church see singleness as a condition of deficit, focused on what a single person doesn't have. The culture and ministries of many churches give the subliminal message that marriage and children are a higher spiritual state than singleness. That's not a Biblical - or a historically Christian perspective. Listen as Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Dani Treweek, author, adjunct professor, and ordained Anglican deacon, about the meaning of singleness. This conversation "goes there" - about a theology of singleness, struggles have with intimacy, loneliness, and sex, and what singleness can and should mean...2023-05-0947 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions About Relationships, Sexuality and Intimacy We hear from many of you asking questions about difficult situations involving sexuality, relationships, and intimacy. In this episode Dr. Carol addresses a number of your questions around these challenging issues. Issues she addresses include sexual betrayal in marriage, shame around masturbation, struggles to break free from pornography, and long-standing disconnect around sexual intimacy between husband and wife. Check these resources Dr. Carol mentioned: Ways to Pray About Your Troubled Marriage Free download 5-part Prescription for Sexual Healing–God's Way Online course Fully Alive Marriage Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. Leave a question or confidential message here. 2023-04-2525 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHappily Even After: How God Redeems Broken HeartsHappily ever after - does that even happen? Not for most couples. Beyond behaviors (which matter), what do you do with the messed-up, hijacked, and broken matters of the heart when a marriage is wounded? Bob and Dannah Gresh are both ministry leaders and authors in their own rights. But in this vulnerable episode they talk with Dr. Carol about the process God used to redeem their own wounded marriage and what that looked like for both of their hearts. Check out the Happily Even After podcast. Find Dannah Gresh on her...2023-04-1846 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow God's Vision for Sex Challenges Today's Culture What's the big deal about sex? Why does God care? What does God's original vision around sex say about Him and His design and plans for us? Dr. Carol talks with Joshua Ryan Butler, author and pastor, about seeing God's vision for sex as a window into God's story of redemption, and a validating guide to living with authentic love in a changing culture. Some of these ideas may sound controversial. Listen through the lens of seeking to understand what God has had in mind from the beginning. Check out Joshua Ryan Butler on his website, Tw...2023-04-1143 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Alternative to Toxic Christian Male MasculinityBoth culture and the church in recent years have seen too many examples of male sexuality gone wrong. But what's the alternative? In this provocative episode Dr. Carol's talks with writer, research, and ordained minister Zachary Wagner, as he critiques purity culture, shares his vulnerable story, and offers a view of non-toxic Christian masculinity. Connect with Zachary Wagner on his website or Twitter. Find Zach's book Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality Check out Dr. Carol's article When the Church Hurts a Woman’s Relationship with God Dr. Carol loves to hear from yo...2023-04-0439 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolPractical Ways to Build Your Faith When Everything Seems to Be Going WrongThe toughest seasons of life often highlight the ways in which we've searched for hope in places and people that let us down. These hard times always challenge your relationship with God. Can your faith in Him remain intact? Or can it even grow? In an honest and uplifting conversation Dr. Carol talks with international speaker, Bible teacher, and author Michele Cushatt about simple, surprising, and practical ways to build your faith when your world is falling apart. And then they apply these ideas to what to do when your relationships are what's falling apart. ...2023-03-2838 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhy Love Triumphs Over the Wounds of Sexual AbuseSexual harm and abuse leaves deep wounds and toxic shame, so much so that many find it hard to believe healing is really possible. What's that process like? Is it worth it? How does God bring about that healing? What about if you're too angry with God to even want Him close? Dr. Carol talks with Mary Ann Otley about the many layers of healing her heart had to go through to find wholeness. Maryann shares in detail what it looks like to allow Jesus into the wounded places so He can minister healing. Connect...2023-03-1447 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat To Do When You Feel Like There's Nobody to Talk To?"I can't tell anyone about this." That's shame talking. And it always ends in destruction. But how do you find someone to talk to? How do you find the courage to tell your story? What do you say? Guests Katie Griggs and Amanda Aanestad from The Victory Collective talk with Dr. Carol about their individual experiences with porn addiction, and the difference that came when they found the courage to tell each other. You might discover how you can tell your story too, and the difference that will make. Connect with Katie and Amanda at T...2023-02-1457 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat It Takes to Become Like Jesus Are you satisfied with your Christian life? Are you more like Jesus now than a year ago? Or does "trying harder" cause frustration as it feels as if nothing is changing? On today's podcast recorded at Horizon Worship Center in Round Rock, Texas, Dr. Carol shares from both God's word and from science about the process of spiritual transformation. And don't forget to stay tuned for the questions Dr. Carol gets to answer after the message. Dr. Carol would love to hear from you. You can leave your confidential message here. 2022-08-091h 13Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolIs Your View of Beauty Distored?The beauty standards promoted in culture are nearly impossible and destructive for many. Do we need a new and expanded perspective on beauty? Today's guest helps us do that. Melissa Johnson, marriage and family therapist, and educator talks with Dr. Carol about her own story of leaving her distorted view of beauty behind to grasp God's perspective, and how she is now helping other people on the same journey. Connect with Melissa Johnson on her website, Instagram, or Facebook. Check out her Impossible Beauty podcast. Check out the episode when Dr. Carol was on the...2022-08-0234 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolGod and Sex: Four Pillars for a Great Married Sex LifeGod has a lot to say about this beyond "Do it". And it's time to learn why! Clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and president of Authentic Intimacy, Dr. Juli Slattery, talks with Dr. Carol about the four pillars of a truly good married sex life and how these pillars apply in some challenging common issues husbands and wives face. Find out more about Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy on their website or connect on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Get Dr. Juli's book God, Sex, and Your Marriage Check out her podcast Java with Juli C...2022-07-1238 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Walk Brave After Experiencing Trauma or LossTrauma and loss do not have to be the end. Dr. Carol's guest on this episode Dawn Damon experienced abuse and the loss of everything meaningful to her. But her story of growth, healing, recovery and finding her brave heart will encourage and inspire you. Connect with Dawn Damon on her website, Instagram, or Facebook. Find Dawn's books When the Woman Abused Was You and When a Woman You Love Was Abused. You can leave Dr. Carol a confidential message here. 2022-07-0534 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Heal Your Father WoundAre you struggling with the absence of love from your father? And how do you feel about God as "Father"? The father wound, which may be from a father being absent either emotionally or physically, may be the root cause of those feelings that don't seem like they're ever going away. John Finch, author and speaker joins Dr. Carol to discuss father wounds and how to find healing. You don't want to miss this episode. Find out more about John Finch, and The Father Effect book and movie, on his website, Twitter, Instagram, or Fac...2022-06-1434 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolFatherhood Truths: Three Men Share What Being a Dad Has Taught ThemGod has positioned fathers to build up their children. But what happens when you fatherhood becomes tough? What about the failures you experienced from your own father? And does being a father impact how you understand God? In today's episode, three fathers join Dr. Carol to discuss the various stages of fatherhood and why being a dad is significant. Check out these resources from Dr. Carol Ministries: - article Is "God is Your Father" Good News or Bad News? - article What to do if "God" has Become a "Bad Word" to You2022-06-0735 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolProven Strategies to Retrain Your BrainAre you dealing with stress or anxiety? Dr. Carol and Woodley Auguste discuss how Dr. Carol learned to retrain her brain, and how you too can learn to overcome stress, leave worry behind, and experience real emotional wellbeing. Join Dr. Carol in our new course Defeat Your Fear and Anxiety! 2022-04-1926 minRelationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDr. Carol Answers Your Toughest Questions About Marriage Let's face it, marriage isn't easy. With recent studies showing that Christians marry at a higher percentage than non-believers, recent trends indicate that they are also growing more comfortable with divorce. How do you navigate the challenges of married life? In today's podcast, Dr. Carol answers some of your toughest questions about marriage. Resources mentioned on the program: - Our Relationships page - Five Ways to Pray About Your Troubled Marriage - Help! My Spouse is Emotionally Cheating!- What Forgiveness Does NOT Do For Your Marriage - Do's and Don'ts for Raising a Successful Blended Family - ...2022-02-0830 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolOur Favorite Podcast Episodes of 2021It's the end of 2021 and to celebrate, we're featuring some of the best podcasts of the year with several of our special guests. To hear full episodes of these conversations: - How to Face Uncertainty with Grace: Dementia, Caregiving, and Love, with Marti Pieper- Does being a Christian mean being Sexless? with Kat Harris - The Spiritual Root of Food Addiction and How to Break It’s Grip, with Dr. Rhona Epstein - What Do You Want? How Desire Shapes Our Spiritual Formation, with Dr. Curt Thompson - Can Church Be a Safe...2021-12-2833 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolHow to Help Someone Experience Lasting Transformation God’s greatest gift for humanity is to be transformed. We can go from a life of sin and longing for purpose to wonderful vessels of God’s glory and goodness. But how do you get there? And is it possible for it to last beyond a feeling? Dr. Andrew Fox, author, minister and board member of Dr. Carol Ministries joins the podcast to discuss the importance of lasting transformation and how to help someone experience it for themselves. Specific resources mentioned: - Help for Relationships and Marriage - The Christian's Journey through Grief - Towar...2021-11-3006 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolCaring for Your Heart Around Sex, Love, and IntimacyHow's your love life? Did you know that God created you with a need, desire and capacity for intimacy? But if misaligned from God's purposes this gift can change the course of our lives for the worse. In today's podcast, Dr. Carol unpacks the keys to the matters of your heart and why it can guide the actions you take for the good. This conversation is taken from Dr Carol's visit to the Hope Today program on Cornerstone TV network Check out our Sexpectations online course. Find the tools to deal with your sexual story with honesty...2021-07-2021 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolGod's Wellness System: How He Designed You To GrowGod 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. 2021-01-1930 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolFive Things to Be Grateful For During Difficult TimesWhat are you most thankful for? 2020 hasn't been easy, but even during the most disruptive of times, we can choose where to focus. In today's show, Dr. Carol shares what she's most thankful for on this special episode. For shownotes: Click here to partner with Dr Carol Ministries Check out our Powerful Breakthrough Prayers course 2020-11-2416 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Most of Asked Questions When Husbands Have Trouble with Their WifeYour spouse’s bad behavior can make your life seem as though it’s falling apart. Arguments, the cold shoulder and even withholding sex can create feelings of resentment, bitterness and more. In today's podcast, you'll hear Dr Carol answer questions from real listeners and learn some concrete ways to move forward regardless of the situation. To send Dr Carol a confidential message, click here. Check out the Guide to Healthy Communication in Marriage Our online community the Fully Alive Support Group 2020-05-2633 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolWhat to Do When Your Husband Behaves BadlyYour spouse’s bad behavior can make your life seem as though it’s falling apart. Physical abuse, addiction and even withholding sex can create feelings of resentment, bitterness and more. In today's podcast, you'll hear Dr Carol answer questions from real listeners and learn some concrete ways to move forward, or at least a clear way to think about things when your husband behaves badly. To send Dr Carol a confidential message, click here. Check out the Guide to Healthy Communication in Marriage Our online community the Fully Alive COVID-19 Support Group 2020-05-1234 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolA Doctor's View on Staying Healthy During the PandemicWith the spread and risk of the Covid-19 virus health warnings are at a fever pitch. However, there is more to staying healthy than social distancing and washing hands. In today's episode, Dr. Carol draws from her medical training and provides 7 keys on how you can bolster your immune system not just in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, but for life. More about the phytonutrient supplement Dr Carol takes, JuicePlus+ Get your free download Your Prescription for Fear and Anxiety 2020-04-0728 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolDealing with Difficult ParentsBeing the adult child of parents who didn't provide or lacked emotional spiritual or even financial wholeness isn't easy. It can become an emotional burden that can be difficult to navigate as an adult, with long-lasting repercussions. "Your parents know how to push your buttons because they installed them!" In today's episode, Dr. Carol unpacks strategies for dealing with difficult or "toxic" parenting situations from a Godly perspective. Resources Mentioned: Leave a confidential message for Dr. Carol with a question, comment, or topic you'd like addressed on an upcoming episode. Ch...2019-10-2230 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolEverything You Wanted to Know About Mastering Your Hormones–But Were Afraid to AskHormone changes, especially during menopause, can cause many women trouble. Learn the keys that will help you take charge of your hormonal health in this special episode. Resources mentioned: Check out the phytonutrient supplement Dr Carol Takes: JuicePlus+ The book Dr Carol's Guide to Women's Health Join us in the Fully Alive Group 2019-09-0336 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolNecessary and Unnecessary Suffering: How to Know the DifferenceDoes God want us to suffer? Or is it the byproduct of actions we bring on ourselves through our sin and brokenness? In today's episode, Dr. Carol unpacks one of the most often asked questions by Christians. Drawing from Scripture and practical examples, she demystifies what suffering is and is not in this insightful podcast. Read the articles referenced by Dr. Carol: • How to Escape Unnecessary Suffering • How to Handle Suffering you Cannot Avoid Join our online community - The Fully Alive Group. 2019-06-1828 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolThe Surprise Turnaround Story of Adoption: An Interview with Chad and Julie CanonHave you ever had God do a 180 on you? On today's episode, Chad and Julie Canon join Dr. Carol to share their story that included the adoption of their daughter and how their lives were transformed–in a good and surprising way. To get in touch with Chad or Julie Cannon, send Dr. Carol a message and she'll be glad to connect you. Resources mentioned by Chad and Julie: Faithful Adoption Consultants The Soul of Shame, Curt Thompson 2019-05-2839 min
Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. CarolBest of the Best: The Sexless MarriageIf your married and not having sex, you need to listen to this! In this lively discussion, Dr. Carol shares what could be the root cause of not experiencing more physical intimacy with your spouse in this special episode. Resources mentioned in this episode: Your free Communication Personality Assessment Check out Dr Carol's Guide to Healthy Communication in Marriage Get help to find Freedom from Pornography 2018-10-0214 min