Wife On The Rocks I Gaslighting, Addiction, Codependency, Al Anon, Alcoholism, Recovery https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com Did you marry the man of your dreams, only to now find alcohol seeping into every part of your family? As a woman of faith, committed to your vows, do you struggle to walk out your convictions amidst the chaos and confusion that has devastated your marriage? Do you wish you had someone to confide in without judgment, consequences later or let’s be honest, hearing the worst advice EVER from well meaning people? Despite your relentless efforts, do you feel betrayed, stuck in a cycle, praying for a breakthrough and wondering if things really will be ok? This is how everything was in my marriage for SO long!! I get it! In this podcast you will find hope regardless of your current situation. As you tune in each week your spirit will be lifted as you recognize that you are NOT in this battle alone. You will come to know that only through Him can you learn to model a much needed peaceful presence to your children, whose little hearts are also wondering if things will be ok. My mission is to share my experience, strength and hope with women like me who are praying for breakthrough. The Lord’s light shines even in the darkness of addiction, and the darkness cannot overcome it. I am a wife, a homeschooling momma, and a woman who has learned that nothing is impossible for God. Sometimes I wish I hadn’t had to learn all of this while withstanding circumstances that I would have rather avoided - but then would my faith be this strong without all the trials? You might listen and mistakenly assume that I have it “all figured out”, because if I am honest, I still can’t figure out how to keep track of my phone most days. However, I , without a doubt, have found a peace that surpasses understanding and I want to share everything God has taught me with you as you navigate this road as well. I have found that applying the Bible to my situation allows me to shift my eyes off the problem and to refocus on my God who can redeem and restore otherwise hopeless situations. Psalms 55:22 tells us, “Cast your burdens on the Lord and he will sustain you. He will not permit the righteous to be moved”. In the eye of the storm it is hard to have a right perspective when everyday you are walking on eggshells trying to keep your family together! I have a suspicion that I am not alone here and if you can relate with anything I have said, then this podcast is for you. Nothing changes if nothing changes, right? :) So, if you are ready to experience some breakthrough, listen up. You do not have to do this alone and you didn’t find this podcast by accident. Take a deep breath even when it seems impossible. Be willing to trust that God can do more than you even imagine.....right where you are today which is so far from where you wanted to be. I know you are running everywhere and doing everything for everyone, but THIS moment of rest is for you! Allow me to serve you a little peace on the rocks. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:33:35 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Health & Fitness:Mental Health 1440 episodic Did you marry the man of your dreams, only to find alcohol seeping into every part of your family? As a woman of faith committed to your vows, do you struggle to walk out your convictions amidst the chaos and confusion devastating your marriage? Do you wish you had someone to confide in without judgment, consequences, or the well-meaning but worst advice ever? Despite your relentless efforts, do you feel betrayed, stuck in a cycle, praying for a breakthrough, and wondering if things will really be okay? Same here. In this podcast, you will find hope regardless of your current situation. Each week, your spirit will be lifted as you recognize you are NOT in this battle alone. You will come to know that only through Him can you learn to model a much-needed peaceful presence to your children, whose little hearts are also wondering if things will be okay. My mission is to share my experience, strength, and hope with women like me who are praying for a breakthrough. The Lord’s light shines even in the darkness of addiction, and the darkness cannot overcome it. I am a wife, a homeschooling momma, and a woman who has learned that nothing is impossible for God. I sometimes wish that I hadn’t had to learn all of this while enduring circumstances I would rather not have gone through, but would my faith be this strong without the trials? I laugh thinking that while you listen, you might mistakenly assume that I have it “all figured out,” because if I am honest, I still can’t figure out how to keep track of my phone most days. However, I have found a peace that surpasses understanding, and I want to share everything God has taught me with you as you navigate this road. Applying the Bible to my situation allows me to shift my eyes off the problem and refocus on my God who can redeem and restore otherwise hopeless situations. Psalms 55:22 tells us, “Cast your burdens on the Lord and he will sustain you. He will not permit the righteous to be moved.” In the eye of the storm, it is hard to have the right perspective when you are walking on eggshells every day, trying to keep your family together! I suspect I am not alone here, and if you can relate to anything I have said, then this podcast is for you. Nothing changes if nothing changes, right? :) So, if you are ready to experience a breakthrough, listen up. You do not have to do this alone, and you didn’t find this podcast by accident. Take a deep breath, even when it seems impossible. Be willing to trust that God can do more than you even imagine, right where you are today, which is so far from where you wanted to be. I know you are running everywhere and doing everything for everyone, but THIS moment of rest is for you! Allow me to serve you a little Peace on the Rocks. Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18663110/WOTR_JPG_Podcast_Art_7lbi2.jpg Wife On The Rocks I Gaslighting, Addiction, Codependency, Al Anon, Alcoholism, Recovery https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com 144 144 Bonus Episode: BIG Announcement & Trusting God In Alcoholism AND Recovery Bonus Episode: BIG Announcement & Trusting God In Alcoholism AND Recovery https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-big-announcement-trusting-god-in-alcoholism-and-recovery/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-big-announcement-trusting-god-in-alcoholism-and-recovery/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:33:35 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5d436aeb-4731-3691-bfbc-239755d1b925 Wondering why there has been a pause in new episodes? Tune in to find out why! 

God can do more than we ask or imagine and I will explain what that is looking like in my life right now ♥ Years ago in active addiction I didn't know if we would survive it! I didn't know if the drinking would ever stop or if the alcoholism would ever change to recovery for our family! I knew He COULD do it, but it was so hard to even see it on the bad days! Can you relate? There is ALWAYS HOPE!!

]]> Wondering why there has been a pause in new episodes? Tune in to find out why! 

God can do more than we ask or imagine and I will explain what that is looking like in my life right now ♥ Years ago in active addiction I didn't know if we would survive it! I didn't know if the drinking would ever stop or if the alcoholism would ever change to recovery for our family! I knew He COULD do it, but it was so hard to even see it on the bad days! Can you relate? There is ALWAYS HOPE!!

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 737 full Ep 50 Ever Wonder Why He Drinks More at the Holidays? INTERVIEW: Recovering Alcoholic Explains His Addiction Experience of Christmas Past. Ep 50 Ever Wonder Why He Drinks More at the Holidays? INTERVIEW: Recovering Alcoholic Explains His Addiction Experience of Christmas Past. https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-50-ever-wonder-why-he-drinks-more-at-the-holidays-interview-recovering-alcoholic-explains-his-addiction-experience-of-christmas-past/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-50-ever-wonder-why-he-drinks-more-at-the-holidays-interview-recovering-alcoholic-explains-his-addiction-experience-of-christmas-past/#comments Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/ac4f2088-2bf6-36b7-b8fb-47ab79cdf762 Why does drinking seem to escalate every holiday season — and why does it feel so lonely for the wife watching it happen?

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we sit down together for an honest conversation about why alcoholics often drink more at the holidays and what that increase actually looks like inside a marriage.

This interview explores: • Why the holidays give alcoholics “permission” to drink more • How alcohol is easier to hide this time of year • Why others don’t notice — but wives always do • The tunnel vision addiction creates, especially around drinking opportunities • How wives are focused on kids, meaning, and traditions while alcohol becomes the priority • Why alcoholics often encourage others to drink to deflect attention • What it feels like for a wife to watch this happen year after year

We also share a personal Christmas story where drinking escalated, an attempt to stop was made, and how confusing and painful that experience was for both of us. It’s a raw look at how alcoholism, anxiety, and the pressure of the holidays collide, leaving wives feeling unseen and emotionally abandoned.

If you’ve ever thought: • “Why does he drink so much more right now?” • “Why does no one else seem to notice?” • “Why am I the only one affected by this?”

This episode will help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface — and remind you that your experience matters.

📩 Have questions or want to be added to the waitlist to work together? Email hello@wifeontherocks.com

🎙️ Listener Q&A episodes coming soon — send your questions anytime.

]]> Why does drinking seem to escalate every holiday season — and why does it feel so lonely for
the wife watching it happen?


In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we sit down together for an honest conversation about
why alcoholics often drink more at the holidays and what that increase actually looks like
inside a marriage.


This interview explores:
• Why the holidays give alcoholics “permission” to drink more
• How alcohol is easier to hide this time of year
• Why others don’t notice — but wives always do
• The tunnel vision addiction creates, especially around drinking opportunities
• How wives are focused on kids, meaning, and traditions while alcohol becomes the priority
• Why alcoholics often encourage others to drink to deflect attention
• What it feels like for a wife to watch this happen year after year


We also share a personal Christmas story where drinking escalated, an attempt to stop was
made, and how confusing and painful that experience was for both of us. It’s a raw look at how
alcoholism, anxiety, and the pressure of the holidays collide, leaving wives feeling unseen
and emotionally abandoned.


If you’ve ever thought:
• “Why does he drink so much more right now?”
• “Why does no one else seem to notice?”
• “Why am I the only one affected by this?”


This episode will help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface — and remind you
that your experience matters.


📩 Have questions or want to be added to the waitlist to work together?
Email hello@wifeontherocks.com


🎙️ Listener Q&A episodes coming soon — send your questions anytime.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1266 full Ep 49 Has He Stopped “Showing Up” for the Holidays? Guest Interview: Addiction, Alcoholism, Depression, and Anxiety Collide at Christmas Ep 49 Has He Stopped “Showing Up” for the Holidays? Guest Interview: Addiction, Alcoholism, Depression, and Anxiety Collide at Christmas https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-49-has-he-stopped-showing-up-for-the-holidays-guest-interview-addiction-alcoholism-depression-and-anxiety-collide-at-christmas/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-49-has-he-stopped-showing-up-for-the-holidays-guest-interview-addiction-alcoholism-depression-and-anxiety-collide-at-christmas/#comments Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/6ce40232-8524-317c-9ad0-f0b3bc01ee5e What happens to holidays as alcoholism progresses?

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we share a deeply personal conversation about how alcohol addiction slowly changed our family’s holidays over the years — often in ways we didn’t fully understand at the time.

This is a joint interview with my husband and me, reflecting honestly on: • What holidays looked like before addiction took over • How alcohol slowly pulled him away from family traditions • Why he began opting out, canceling plans, or avoiding holidays altogether • How anxiety and depression intensified as the disease progressed • The grief and confusion wives experience when their spouse emotionally disappears • Why missed holidays are often about addiction — not lack of love

We talk openly about how alcoholism doesn’t just affect drinking — it affects motivation, connection, mental health, and the ability to show up for meaningful moments. As the disease progressed, holidays became overwhelming instead of joyful, leading to isolation, withdrawal, and eventually absence.

If you’ve ever wondered: • “Why doesn’t he want to do holidays anymore?” • “Why am I celebrating alone?” • “Is this depression, anxiety, or alcoholism?” • “Does he even care?”

This episode will help you understand what may really be happening — and remind you that you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.

📩 Have a question or want to share your story? Email hello@wifeontherocks.com

📅 Book a 1:1 coaching session: Email to be added to the wait list for upcoming session opportunities!

]]> What happens to holidays as alcoholism progresses?


In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we share a deeply personal conversation about how
alcohol addiction slowly changed our family’s holidays over the years — often in ways we didn’t
fully understand at the time.


This is a joint interview with my husband and me, reflecting honestly on:
• What holidays looked like before addiction took over
• How alcohol slowly pulled him away from family traditions
• Why he began opting out, canceling plans, or avoiding holidays altogether
• How anxiety and depression intensified as the disease progressed
• The grief and confusion wives experience when their spouse emotionally disappears
• Why missed holidays are often about addiction — not lack of love


We talk openly about how alcoholism doesn’t just affect drinking — it affects motivation,
connection, mental health, and the ability to show up for meaningful moments. As the disease
progressed, holidays became overwhelming instead of joyful, leading to isolation, withdrawal,
and eventually absence.


If you’ve ever wondered:
• “Why doesn’t he want to do holidays anymore?”
• “Why am I celebrating alone?”
• “Is this depression, anxiety, or alcoholism?”
• “Does he even care?”


This episode will help you understand what may really be happening — and remind you that
you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.


📩 Have a question or want to share your story? Email hello@wifeontherocks.com


📅 Book a 1:1 coaching session: Email to be added to the wait list for upcoming session
opportunities!

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 948 full Ep 48 Struggling to Manage Money In Addiction? Financial Impacts of Alcoholism Ep 48 Struggling to Manage Money In Addiction? Financial Impacts of Alcoholism https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-48-struggling-to-manage-money-in-addiction-financial-impacts-of-alcoholism/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-48-struggling-to-manage-money-in-addiction-financial-impacts-of-alcoholism/#comments Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/f1973707-e832-3054-a76c-306bd0d51276 Do you dread the holidays because money feels out of control — and no matter how hard you plan, budget, or prepare, something always sabotages your efforts? When you're married to someone struggling with alcoholism, the financial stress of the holiday season hits different. You’re trying to manage Christmas gifts, family events, groceries, travel… all while navigating a spouse who is secretly spending, overspending, or using money to support an addiction.

And because both of you aren’t on the same page, you feel like you're doing something wrong — like if you just budgeted better or tried harder, things would work.

But here’s the truth:

👉 You cannot manage money effectively with someone who is also managing their addiction.

👉 You are not failing — alcoholism is destabilizing the home, not you.

👉 You have very little control over financial chaos caused by drinking.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• Why holiday money stress is so intense in homes affected by alcoholism

• The emotional shame spiral wives fall into (“Why can’t I fix this?”)

• Why budgeting with an addicted spouse rarely works — and why it’s NOT your fault

• How to release the belief that you’re supposed to “hold it all together”

• A simple truth to anchor in when the financial chaos feels overwhelming

• How understanding lack of shared reality can lift a massive burden off your shoulders

 

If you’ve ever blamed yourself for financial stress caused by addiction, this episode will help you breathe again.

👉 Questions for the show? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Search: Financial Infidelity, Money Management, Dave Ramsey, Budgeting 

]]> Do you dread the holidays because money feels out of control — and no matter how hard you plan, budget, or prepare, something always sabotages your efforts? When you're married to someone struggling with alcoholism, the financial stress of the holiday season hits different. You’re trying to manage Christmas gifts, family events, groceries, travel… all while navigating a spouse who is secretly spending, overspending, or using money to support an addiction.

And because both of you aren’t on the same page, you feel like you're doing something wrong — like if you just budgeted better or tried harder, things would work.

But here’s the truth:

👉 You cannot manage money effectively with someone who is also managing their addiction.

👉 You are not failing — alcoholism is destabilizing the home, not you.

👉 You have very little control over financial chaos caused by drinking.

In this episode, we’ll talk about:

• Why holiday money stress is so intense in homes affected by alcoholism

• The emotional shame spiral wives fall into (“Why can’t I fix this?”)

• Why budgeting with an addicted spouse rarely works — and why it’s NOT your fault

• How to release the belief that you’re supposed to “hold it all together”

• A simple truth to anchor in when the financial chaos feels overwhelming

• How understanding lack of shared reality can lift a massive burden off your shoulders

 

If you’ve ever blamed yourself for financial stress caused by addiction, this episode will help you breathe again.

👉 Questions for the show? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Search: Financial Infidelity, Money Management, Dave Ramsey, Budgeting 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1359 full EP 47: Parenting Alone in an Alcoholic Marriage? Holiday Exhaustion…..You are NOT Alone! EP 47: Parenting Alone in an Alcoholic Marriage? Holiday Exhaustion…..You are NOT Alone! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-47-parenting-alone-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-holiday-exhaustion%e2%80%a6you-are-not-alone/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-47-parenting-alone-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-holiday-exhaustion%e2%80%a6you-are-not-alone/#comments Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/0ac0eb51-64c9-38b1-be08-2a067e97a897 Are you the only functioning parent in your home during the holidays? Do you carry the entire load—planning, preparing, protecting the kids, managing emotions—while your husband’s drinking increases and his presence decreases?

This episode dives into the heartbreaking exhaustion Christian wives face when they are emotionally and practically parenting alone, even though their spouse still lives in the home. You’ll hear why the holidays intensify this burden, why you feel so drained, and why the invisible load you carry is real, valid, and seen by God.

 

If you’ve ever collapsed into bed thinking, “I can’t hold this together alone,” this episode will meet you right where you are.

📩 Questions: hello@wifeontherocks.com

📅 Book a session: Email to be added to the waiting list.

]]> Are you the only functioning parent in your home during the holidays? Do you carry the entire load—planning, preparing, protecting the kids, managing emotions—while your husband’s drinking increases and his presence decreases?

This episode dives into the heartbreaking exhaustion Christian wives face when they are emotionally and practically parenting alone, even though their spouse still lives in the home. You’ll hear why the holidays intensify this burden, why you feel so drained, and why the invisible load you carry is real, valid, and seen by God.

 

If you’ve ever collapsed into bed thinking, “I can’t hold this together alone,” this episode will meet you right where you are.

📩 Questions: hello@wifeontherocks.com

📅 Book a session: Email to be added to the waiting list.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1245 full Ep 46 Addiction: The Red Flags and How To Recognize it in a Marriage Ep 46 Addiction: The Red Flags and How To Recognize it in a Marriage https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-46-addiction-the-red-flags-and-how-to-recognize-it-in-a-marriage/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-46-addiction-the-red-flags-and-how-to-recognize-it-in-a-marriage/#comments Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e54b82d6-a287-366e-925e-c7d4a3df387f Are you wondering if your husband’s drinking or behavior has crossed the line from “social” to something more serious? Maybe you’ve ignored the warning signs because you didn’t want to believe you were living with addiction. In this episode, we’re unpacking the red flags of addiction—what they look like in marriage, why we overlook them, and how codependency and love can cloud our judgment. 

 

You’ll learn:

✅ My real definition of addiction—and why it’s not just about how much he drinks or uses.

✅ Why so many wives and partners miss or excuse red flags in early relationships.

✅ Early warning signs that often show up before the problem is fully visible:

• Past attempts at sobriety or rehab stays

• A history of addiction in the family or previous relationships

• Alcohol or drugs present at nearly every social event

• Heavier use than others around him (but hard to see if your circle normalizes drinking)

• Encouraging you to drink or use more than you normally would 

We’ll talk about how codependency can disguise itself as love or loyalty—keeping you stuck in denial while addiction quietly takes over your marriage. You’ll also gain biblical insight and emotional tools to start seeing the truth clearly, without shame or fear.

When you understand the red flags of addiction, you can begin replacing confusion with clarity—and take your first step toward peace, wisdom, and recovery for your family. 

 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Connect & Next Steps

👉 Have a question for a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

👉 Need personal coaching to spot addiction patterns and end codependent cycles? My 1:1 sessions are open with very limited availability. Feel free to email me if everything is booked and we can see what options we can come up with:) https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  

]]> Are you wondering if your husband’s drinking or behavior has crossed the line from “social” to something more serious? Maybe you’ve ignored the warning signs because you didn’t want to believe you were living with addiction. In this episode, we’re unpacking the red flags of addiction—what they look like in marriage, why we overlook them, and how codependency and love can cloud our judgment. 

 

You’ll learn:

✅ My real definition of addiction—and why it’s not just about how much he drinks or uses.

✅ Why so many wives and partners miss or excuse red flags in early relationships.

✅ Early warning signs that often show up before the problem is fully visible:

• Past attempts at sobriety or rehab stays

• A history of addiction in the family or previous relationships

• Alcohol or drugs present at nearly every social event

• Heavier use than others around him (but hard to see if your circle normalizes drinking)

• Encouraging you to drink or use more than you normally would 

We’ll talk about how codependency can disguise itself as love or loyalty—keeping you stuck in denial while addiction quietly takes over your marriage. You’ll also gain biblical insight and emotional tools to start seeing the truth clearly, without shame or fear.

When you understand the red flags of addiction, you can begin replacing confusion with clarity—and take your first step toward peace, wisdom, and recovery for your family. 

 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Connect & Next Steps

👉 Have a question for a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

👉 Need personal coaching to spot addiction patterns and end codependent cycles? My 1:1 sessions are open with very limited availability. Feel free to email me if everything is booked and we can see what options we can come up with:)
https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1310 full Ep 45 Gaslighting Is the Fuel That Keeps You Stuck in an Endless Cycle of Addiction: The Secret to Breaking Free! Ep 45 Gaslighting Is the Fuel That Keeps You Stuck in an Endless Cycle of Addiction: The Secret to Breaking Free! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-44-gaslighting-is-the-fuel-that-keeps-you-stuck-in-an-endless-cycle-of-addiction-the-secret-to-breaking-free/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-44-gaslighting-is-the-fuel-that-keeps-you-stuck-in-an-endless-cycle-of-addiction-the-secret-to-breaking-free/#comments Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/62aae393-1d59-342d-a579-96cf26eaf8a6 If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “How did I get back to this again?” — this episode is for you. That question means you’ve just gone through the cycle of gaslighting — and you may not even realize it.

In this episode, we break down what gaslighting in an alcoholic marriage really looks like, why it’s so powerful, and how it keeps you trapped in a cycle of confusion, guilt, and self-doubt. You’ll learn how to recognize the cycle, accept what’s happening, and take your first steps toward breaking free through truth and faith.

We’ll cover: ✅ What gaslighting is and how it works in addicted or alcoholic relationships ✅ Why gaslighting leaves you feeling crazy, confused, and stuck in repetitive arguments ✅ The spiritual, emotional, and psychological impact of gaslighting on Christian wives ✅ How to recognize when you’re back in the cycle ✅ The secret to freedom: awareness, acceptance, and faith-led action

When you finally see the cycle for what it is, you can stop spinning in it. You can protect your peace, rebuild your confidence, and walk in the clarity that comes from God’s truth — not the lies of addiction.

 

Want to connect? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “How did I get back to this again?” — this episode is for you. That question means you’ve just gone through the cycle of gaslighting — and you may not even realize it.

In this episode, we break down what gaslighting in an alcoholic marriage really looks like, why it’s so powerful, and how it keeps you trapped in a cycle of confusion, guilt, and self-doubt. You’ll learn how to recognize the cycle, accept what’s happening, and take your first steps toward breaking free through truth and faith.

We’ll cover:
✅ What gaslighting is and how it works in addicted or alcoholic relationships
✅ Why gaslighting leaves you feeling crazy, confused, and stuck in repetitive arguments
✅ The spiritual, emotional, and psychological impact of gaslighting on Christian wives
✅ How to recognize when you’re back in the cycle
✅ The secret to freedom: awareness, acceptance, and faith-led action

When you finally see the cycle for what it is, you can stop spinning in it. You can protect your peace, rebuild your confidence, and walk in the clarity that comes from God’s truth — not the lies of addiction.

 

Want to connect? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1058 full EP 44 Why Addiction Is Always Dysfunctional: 5 Ways to See It Clearly (Even in High-Functioning Times) EP 44 Why Addiction Is Always Dysfunctional: 5 Ways to See It Clearly (Even in High-Functioning Times) https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-44-why-addiction-is-always-dysfunctional-5-ways-to-see-it-clearly-even-in-high-functioning-times/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-44-why-addiction-is-always-dysfunctional-5-ways-to-see-it-clearly-even-in-high-functioning-times/#comments Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:45:44 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/636213ca-29b4-3329-a8f2-3ab5ec902714 When your husband is struggling with alcohol use, but life still looks mostly normal… it can be incredibly confusing.

 

He may be:

Holding down a good job

Active in church or community

Present with the kids at times Charming and “fine” around family and friends

 

And when you express concern?

He says you’re overreacting.

Or that things aren’t that bad.

Or he can stop anytime.

 

🎯 This is the world of high-functioning alcoholism — where dysfunction hides behind a polished exterior.

 

You begin to wonder:

Is he really an alcoholic?

Why does his drinking affect me so much?

Am I the problem?

Is this normal for a marriage?

How do I know if his drinking has crossed a line?

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How alcohol reshapes your husband’s brain around compulsion and denial

✅ Why gaslighting and blame-shifting increase over time

✅ How family members slip into codependency and survival roles

✅ Why emotional safety declines even before a crisis hits

✅ Five clarity questions to help you see addiction for what it truly is

 

Even in seasons where he is “high functioning,” alcohol always creates:

Spiritual disconnection

Emotional unpredictability

Increased anxiety for the whole family

Loss of trust, safety, and intimacy Subtle — but escalating — abuse patterns

 

You do not need rock-bottom to validate your pain. If alcohol is affecting your peace, your marriage, or your children — it is already too much. Your intuition is a gift. You deserve to see the truth clearly.

 

💛 You Don’t Have to Walk Through This Alone

If anything resonated, I’d love to support you.

I welcome your questions, stories, and prayer requests.

📩 Email me: hello@wifeontherocks.com 🗓️ Book a clarity coaching session: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

You are not imagining the dysfunction. You are not overreacting. You are not alone.

 

 

]]> When your husband is struggling with alcohol use, but life still looks mostly normal… it can be incredibly confusing.

 

He may be:

Holding down a good job

Active in church or community

Present with the kids at times Charming and “fine” around family and friends

 

And when you express concern?

He says you’re overreacting.

Or that things aren’t that bad.

Or he can stop anytime.

 

🎯 This is the world of high-functioning alcoholism — where dysfunction hides behind a polished exterior.

 

You begin to wonder:

Is he really an alcoholic?

Why does his drinking affect me so much?

Am I the problem?

Is this normal for a marriage?

How do I know if his drinking has crossed a line?

 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✅ How alcohol reshapes your husband’s brain around compulsion and denial

✅ Why gaslighting and blame-shifting increase over time

✅ How family members slip into codependency and survival roles

✅ Why emotional safety declines even before a crisis hits

✅ Five clarity questions to help you see addiction for what it truly is

 

Even in seasons where he is “high functioning,” alcohol always creates:

Spiritual disconnection

Emotional unpredictability

Increased anxiety for the whole family

Loss of trust, safety, and intimacy Subtle — but escalating — abuse patterns

 

You do not need rock-bottom to validate your pain. If alcohol is affecting your peace, your marriage, or your children — it is already too much. Your intuition is a gift. You deserve to see the truth clearly.

 

💛 You Don’t Have to Walk Through This Alone

If anything resonated, I’d love to support you.

I welcome your questions, stories, and prayer requests.

📩 Email me: hello@wifeontherocks.com 🗓️ Book a clarity coaching session: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

You are not imagining the dysfunction. You are not overreacting. You are not alone.

 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1765 full EP 43 Detox & Rehab: How Long Should My Alcoholic Husband Stay? EP 43 Detox & Rehab: How Long Should My Alcoholic Husband Stay? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/wife-on-the-rocks-podcasttitle-episode-42-detox-rehab-how-long-should-my-alcoholic-husband-stay/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/wife-on-the-rocks-podcasttitle-episode-42-detox-rehab-how-long-should-my-alcoholic-husband-stay/#comments Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/f6cb8237-7ad1-36c7-917f-2f2121aec0d4 If your husband is finally getting help for his addiction, you may be wondering: How long should he stay in treatment? 30 days? 60 days? 90 days? Longer? And what does detox have to do with rehab?

 

Today, we’re breaking down the difference between detox and rehab in a simple, helpful way — and we’ll talk about why staying longer can make a big difference in your husband’s ability to recover well.

 

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅ Detox vs. Rehab — why detox alone isn’t enough.

✅ What actually happens in rehab (it’s not just sitting in a room!).

✅ Why 30 days is often just the beginning of healing.

✅ The brain science behind why staying longer improves recovery outcomes.

✅ How treatment gives wives peace of mind and breathing room.

✅ The tension between missing him at home vs. wanting him to fully heal.

✅ Why this moment is a marathon — not a sprint.

 

I also share my own experience of what it felt like when my husband was finally in a safe place getting help — the relief, the emotional crash, the grief for my kids — and how I learned to stay focused on the long-term goal, not the quick fix.

 

Because while it is hard to solo parent and navigate the emotional rollercoaster of treatment… you have prayed for this moment. And now is not the time to rush the healing.

Sobriety isn’t surface-level change. Recovery means going deep enough to face the root. And sometimes… that takes more time.

 

✨ LAST CALL: Holiday Survival Course

There are 3 live sessions still coming up, and you’ll receive instant access to the first two via recording — plus all the printable resources, homework, and support materials inside the private course hub.

If you want practical support and spiritual strength throughout this holiday season, I’d love to help you stay grounded in God’s peace and protect what matters most.

👉 Join the Holiday Survival Course here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course.

💌  Have a question for a future episode or want to share what God is doing in your life? Email me anytime at: hello@wifeontherocks.com

Need personal support? 1:1 coaching spots are open now — link in the show notes to schedule! https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

You’re not alone in this, friend. There is hope — and healing — even here. Take a breath. Let’s walk this together. 💛

 

]]> If your husband is finally getting help for his addiction, you may be wondering: How long should he stay in treatment? 30 days? 60 days? 90 days? Longer? And what does detox have to do with rehab?

 

Today, we’re breaking down the difference between detox and rehab in a simple, helpful way — and we’ll talk about why staying longer can make a big difference in your husband’s ability to recover well.

 

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅ Detox vs. Rehab — why detox alone isn’t enough.

✅ What actually happens in rehab (it’s not just sitting in a room!).

✅ Why 30 days is often just the beginning of healing.

✅ The brain science behind why staying longer improves recovery outcomes.

✅ How treatment gives wives peace of mind and breathing room.

✅ The tension between missing him at home vs. wanting him to fully heal.

✅ Why this moment is a marathon — not a sprint.

 

I also share my own experience of what it felt like when my husband was finally in a safe place getting help — the relief, the emotional crash, the grief for my kids — and how I learned to stay focused on the long-term goal, not the quick fix.

 

Because while it is hard to solo parent and navigate the emotional rollercoaster of treatment… you have prayed for this moment. And now is not the time to rush the healing.

Sobriety isn’t surface-level change. Recovery means going deep enough to face the root. And sometimes… that takes more time.

 

✨ LAST CALL: Holiday Survival Course

There are 3 live sessions still coming up, and you’ll receive instant access to the first two via recording — plus all the printable resources, homework, and support materials inside the private course hub.

If you want practical support and spiritual strength throughout this holiday season, I’d love to help you stay grounded in God’s peace and protect what matters most.

👉 Join the Holiday Survival Course here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course.

💌  Have a question for a future episode or want to share what God is doing in your life? Email me anytime at: hello@wifeontherocks.com

Need personal support? 1:1 coaching spots are open now — link in the show notes to schedule! https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

You’re not alone in this, friend. There is hope — and healing — even here. Take a breath. Let’s walk this together. 💛

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1638 full Ep 42 Why Won't He STOP Drinking Alcohol? Doesn't He Love Us? The Truth About The Addicted Brain Ep 42 Why Won't He STOP Drinking Alcohol? Doesn't He Love Us? The Truth About The Addicted Brain https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-42-why-wont-he-stop-drinking-alcohol-doesnt-he-love-us-the-truth-about-the-addicted-brain/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-42-why-wont-he-stop-drinking-alcohol-doesnt-he-love-us-the-truth-about-the-addicted-brain/#comments Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/92f67422-9532-3d33-915f-9eb1040354fd Have you ever asked yourself, “If he really loved us, why won’t he stop drinking?”

You’re not alone. So many Christian wives live in this painful confusion—trying to love, pray, and reason their way through addiction, only to feel rejected, unloved and unseen.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we unpack the truth about the addicted brain and why love alone can’t undo addiction. You’ll hear:

✅ Why addiction hijacks the brain’s survival system—and why it’s not a matter of willpower or love. ✅ How logic and heartfelt pleas fall short when the brain is controlled by substance dependence. ✅ Why advice from people who don’t understand addiction often hurts more than it helps. ✅ A personal story of the naive stage of early addiction and how we think we can snap them out of it, but realizing that his addiction is stronger than we think.  ✅ What it means to pray for your husband’s eyes to be opened by God in His timing.

Understanding this doesn’t make it easier—but it helped me stop taking the pain personally. There is always hope, because God is still working behind the scenes in ways you can’t see.

IT IS NOT TOO LATE! Join the Holiday Survival Course, created for wives of alcoholics who want to identify the options you have in situations, set boundaries with grace, and focus on God’s presence in the midst of the chaos. Special Holiday Course, BUT the tools you learn are applied year-long!  👉 https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

 

📩 Have a question you’d like answered in a future episode? Want to share anything with me? Email hello@wifeontherocks.com.

]]> Have you ever asked yourself, “If he really loved us, why won’t he stop drinking?”


You’re not alone. So many Christian wives live in this painful confusion—trying to love, pray, and reason their way through addiction, only to feel rejected, unloved and unseen.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we unpack the truth about the addicted brain and why love alone can’t undo addiction. You’ll hear:

✅ Why addiction hijacks the brain’s survival system—and why it’s not a matter of willpower or love.
✅ How logic and heartfelt pleas fall short when the brain is controlled by substance dependence.
✅ Why advice from people who don’t understand addiction often hurts more than it helps.
✅ A personal story of the naive stage of early addiction and how we think we can snap them out of it, but realizing that his addiction is stronger than we think. 
✅ What it means to pray for your husband’s eyes to be opened by God in His timing.

Understanding this doesn’t make it easier—but it helped me stop taking the pain personally. There is always hope, because God is still working behind the scenes in ways you can’t see.

IT IS NOT TOO LATE!
Join the Holiday Survival Course, created for wives of alcoholics who want to identify the options you have in situations, set boundaries with grace, and focus on God’s presence in the midst of the chaos. Special Holiday Course, BUT the tools you learn are applied year-long! 
👉 https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

 

📩 Have a question you’d like answered in a future episode? Want to share anything with me? Email hello@wifeontherocks.com.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1803 full Ep 41 Struggling To Communicate in an Alcoholic Marriage? ONE Boundary You Can Set Today Ep 41 Struggling To Communicate in an Alcoholic Marriage? ONE Boundary You Can Set Today https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-41-struggling-to-communicate-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-one-boundary-you-can-set-today/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-41-struggling-to-communicate-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-one-boundary-you-can-set-today/#comments Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:49:07 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/9f4767fb-ed3c-323d-b743-9ec5302cd4ee Have you ever found yourself drawn into a heated or emotional conversation with your husband after he’s been drinking—only to regret it the next day when he doesn’t remember, denies it happened, or twists your words? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk about why refusing to engage in conversation when alcohol is involved is not cold or controlling—it’s wise, protective, and biblical. Learn about the ONE boundary that I had to set in our home when addiction was taking over everything! Come along on this journey where co-dependency develops boundaries to deal with alcoholism in a way that can protect in the hard moments of gaslighting and conversations that spiral quickly!

You’ll learn:

  • Why alcohol changes how people hear and process words.
  • The logic behind disengaging (you wouldn’t debate with someone who’s not in their right mind).
  • Why engaging feels like betraying yourself—and how to stop.
  • What to do instead of arguing or trying to reason.
  • How faith and boundaries can coexist without shame or guilt.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between silence and chaos, desiring to have a close relationship rooted in healthy communication, but instead wind up in an argument that goes nowhere, this episode will help you choose peace—and know that walking away doesn’t mean giving up. It is an essential boundary at times to protect your heart.

 

👉 Join the Holiday Survival Course to learn practical ways to navigate this season. 

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

We are not helpless in this cycle, although it often feels that way, there are many things that we can be doing to walk in peace TODAY. Everything that I talk about on the Podcast and SO MUCH MORE!! The best part is that I am teaching LIVE for these 5 weeks and with interactive components, you can reach out for help and support as we go along! At the end of the 5 weeks you will have worked through the common traps this time of year and have built a plan specific for your family that you can rely on any day of the year!

It is like having the podcast (and me) in your pocket. Encouragement for 5 weeks straight!! Wrapped in beautiful paper and tied with a bow. A GIFT for YOU this Christmas!! 

1) Guarding your mind from Gaslighting and walking in Truth 

2) Recognize unhealthy patterns and how to break them

3) Parenting Challenges, A Child’s Perspective, Traditions and Scheduling 

4) Boundaries that WORK for YOUR family 

5) Protecting your mind from the mental spiral on the hard days

Don’t walk this path alone again! Find support, connection, and hope as we navigate the unpredicatability together, build a road map that works for your family, and have a plan designed especially for YOU in the moments that are too painful for words. Get your Hot Cocoa and snuggly blanket and let’s talk about how this year could look different!

Course begins in ONE Week on October 21st. Click here for full details and to grab your seat!!

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

 👉 Need personalized support? Book a 1:1 coaching session!

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Send your questions to hello@wifeontherocks.com. There are a few spots left before Thanksgiving! 

 

]]> Have you ever found yourself drawn into a heated or emotional conversation with your husband after he’s been drinking—only to regret it the next day when he doesn’t remember, denies it happened, or twists your words? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk about why refusing to engage in conversation when alcohol is involved is not cold or controlling—it’s wise, protective, and biblical. Learn about the ONE boundary that I had to set in our home when addiction was taking over everything! Come along on this journey where co-dependency develops boundaries to deal with alcoholism in a way that can protect in the hard moments of gaslighting and conversations that spiral quickly!

You’ll learn:

  • Why alcohol changes how people hear and process words.

  • The logic behind disengaging (you wouldn’t debate with someone who’s not in their right mind).

  • Why engaging feels like betraying yourself—and how to stop.

  • What to do instead of arguing or trying to reason.

  • How faith and boundaries can coexist without shame or guilt.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between silence and chaos, desiring to have a close relationship rooted in healthy communication, but instead wind up in an argument that goes nowhere, this episode will help you choose peace—and know that walking away doesn’t mean giving up. It is an essential boundary at times to protect your heart.

 

👉 Join the Holiday Survival Course to learn practical ways to navigate this season. 

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

We are not helpless in this cycle, although it often feels that way, there are many things that we can be doing to walk in peace TODAY. Everything that I talk about on the Podcast and SO MUCH MORE!! The best part is that I am teaching LIVE for these 5 weeks and with interactive components, you can reach out for help and support as we go along! At the end of the 5 weeks you will have worked through the common traps this time of year and have built a plan specific for your family that you can rely on any day of the year!

It is like having the podcast (and me) in your pocket. Encouragement for 5 weeks straight!! Wrapped in beautiful paper and tied with a bow. A GIFT for YOU this Christmas!! 

1) Guarding your mind from Gaslighting and walking in Truth 

2) Recognize unhealthy patterns and how to break them

3) Parenting Challenges, A Child’s Perspective, Traditions and Scheduling 

4) Boundaries that WORK for YOUR family 

5) Protecting your mind from the mental spiral on the hard days

Don’t walk this path alone again! Find support, connection, and hope as we navigate the unpredicatability together, build a road map that works for your family, and have a plan designed especially for YOU in the moments that are too painful for words. Get your Hot Cocoa and snuggly blanket and let’s talk about how this year could look different!

Course begins in ONE Week on October 21st. Click here for full details and to grab your seat!!

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course 

 👉 Need personalized support? Book a 1:1 coaching session!

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Send your questions to hello@wifeontherocks.com. There are a few spots left before Thanksgiving! 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2235 full Ep 40 Feel Crazy? Gaslighting: The Basics and How To Spot It Amidst Addiction Ep 40 Feel Crazy? Gaslighting: The Basics and How To Spot It Amidst Addiction https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/feel-crazy-gaslighting-the-basics-and-how-to-spot-it-amidst-addiction/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/feel-crazy-gaslighting-the-basics-and-how-to-spot-it-amidst-addiction/#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:05:38 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/2ed936de-e9ae-3d98-aa87-5c25cf7ec488 Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your husband and thought, “Am I crazy?” You’re not. You may be experiencing gaslighting—one of the most confusing and painful behaviors that often shows up in alcoholic marriages.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re going back to the basics. You’ll learn what gaslighting really is, how it makes you doubt your memory and emotions, and why it leaves you feeling like you can’t trust yourself.

We’ll talk about: ✅ How alcohol and denial fuel gaslighting in relationships ✅ Common gaslighting phrases and how they twist reality ✅ Why the constant confusion is not your fault ✅ How to start reclaiming your peace and confidence through truth and faith

If you’ve ever questioned your own sanity because of the chaos around you, this episode will help you breathe again and find peace through God’s truth.

 

✨ Ready to find peace through the holidays? Join my Holiday Survival Course, a 5-week experience BEGINNING OCTOBER 21 designed to help wives of alcoholics stay grounded, set boundaries with grace, and walk in peace this holiday season. You DO NOT have to walk through it this year alone!! I want to dive deeper with you and share with you what I have learned that has helped me to survive the most beautiful.......and sometimes the most painful part of the year for our family ♥ 

👉https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your husband and thought, “Am I crazy?”
You’re not. You may be experiencing gaslighting—one of the most confusing and painful behaviors that often shows up in alcoholic marriages.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re going back to the basics. You’ll learn what gaslighting really is, how it makes you doubt your memory and emotions, and why it leaves you feeling like you can’t trust yourself.

We’ll talk about:
✅ How alcohol and denial fuel gaslighting in relationships
✅ Common gaslighting phrases and how they twist reality
✅ Why the constant confusion is not your fault
✅ How to start reclaiming your peace and confidence through truth and faith

If you’ve ever questioned your own sanity because of the chaos around you, this episode will help you breathe again and find peace through God’s truth.

 

✨ Ready to find peace through the holidays?
Join my Holiday Survival Course, a 5-week experience BEGINNING OCTOBER 21 designed to help wives of alcoholics stay grounded, set boundaries with grace, and walk in peace this holiday season. You DO NOT have to walk through it this year alone!! I want to dive deeper with you and share with you what I have learned that has helped me to survive the most beautiful.......and sometimes the most painful part of the year for our family ♥ 


👉https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2385 full Ep 39 Quitting Alcohol But NOTHING Has Changed: Is My Alcoholic Husband Really Sober? Ep 39 Quitting Alcohol But NOTHING Has Changed: Is My Alcoholic Husband Really Sober? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-39-quitting-alcohol-but-nothing-has-changed-is-my-alcoholic-husband-really-sober/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-39-quitting-alcohol-but-nothing-has-changed-is-my-alcoholic-husband-really-sober/#comments Wed, 01 Oct 2025 02:23:05 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/2600ba7d-8fce-3d85-acba-7abe673a4cc1 Has your husband quit drinking, but the chaos, anger, or dysfunction in your home hasn’t gone away? Many Christian wives find themselves asking: “If he’s not drinking, why doesn’t life feel better?” Sobriety and recovery are not the same thing, and understanding the difference can bring clarity, peace, and direction.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk about:

  • Why simply stopping alcohol isn’t the same as living in recovery.

  • Common patterns of “dry drunk” behavior and how they impact the family.

  • What real transformation looks like beyond putting down the bottle.

  • Encouragement from Scripture 

If you’ve been questioning whether your husband’s sobriety is real—or wondering why things still feel broken—this episode will help you spot the difference and anchor your hope in the One who truly restores.

👉 Submit any questions to https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

👉Come Hang Out With Me For The Holiday Survival Course LIVE October 2025

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course

✨ Dreaming of a picture-perfect holiday, only to feel the weight of alcohol seeping into the season instead? You’re not alone. That’s why I created the Holiday Survival Course — a 5-week live small group where we’ll work together on building a thoughtful plan to help you navigate the holidays with more stability, peace, and faith.

I can’t promise everything will go smoothly — but I can give you tools to steady yourself in the unpredictability, protect your peace, and keep your heart anchored in Christ when things get hard.

We’ll meet on Zoom Tuesdays, October 21 through November 18, wrapping up just before Thanksgiving. Space is limited.

👉 Reserve your seat here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course

]]> Has your husband quit drinking, but the chaos, anger, or dysfunction in your home hasn’t gone away? Many Christian wives find themselves asking: “If he’s not drinking, why doesn’t life feel better?” Sobriety and recovery are not the same thing, and understanding the difference can bring clarity, peace, and direction.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk about:

  • Why simply stopping alcohol isn’t the same as living in recovery.

  • Common patterns of “dry drunk” behavior and how they impact the family.

  • What real transformation looks like beyond putting down the bottle.

  • Encouragement from Scripture 

If you’ve been questioning whether your husband’s sobriety is real—or wondering why things still feel broken—this episode will help you spot the difference and anchor your hope in the One who truly restores.

👉 Submit any questions to https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

👉Come Hang Out With Me For The Holiday Survival Course LIVE October 2025

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course

✨ Dreaming of a picture-perfect holiday, only to feel the weight of alcohol seeping into the season instead? You’re not alone. That’s why I created the Holiday Survival Course — a 5-week live small group where we’ll work together on building a thoughtful plan to help you navigate the holidays with more stability, peace, and faith.

I can’t promise everything will go smoothly — but I can give you tools to steady yourself in the unpredictability, protect your peace, and keep your heart anchored in Christ when things get hard.

We’ll meet on Zoom Tuesdays, October 21 through November 18, wrapping up just before Thanksgiving. Space is limited.

👉 Reserve your seat here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/holiday-survival-course

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1788 full Ep 38 My Alcoholic Husband Doesn't Want Me To Go To Alanon! What Are My Options? Ep 38 My Alcoholic Husband Doesn't Want Me To Go To Alanon! What Are My Options? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-38-my-alcoholic-husband-doesnt-want-me-to-go-to-alanon-what-are-my-options/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-38-my-alcoholic-husband-doesnt-want-me-to-go-to-alanon-what-are-my-options/#comments Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:12:55 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/f3025f30-6f25-3eee-af56-ab1112de152a Does your husband push back when you mention Al-Anon—or accuse it of being “husband bashing”? You’re not alone. Many Christian wives long for support but feel trapped when their spouse doesn’t approve. In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk honestly about the struggle of wanting help with addiction and alcoholism while facing resistance at home.

You’ll hear:

  • Why secrecy feels like lying, but sometimes becomes survival when you need support.

  • The truth about what Al-Anon really is (and isn’t).

  • Online meeting options through the Al-Anon app and other accessible resources.

  • Alternative programs and supports that can meet the same needs.

  • How coaching or courses (like my upcoming fall program) can give you faith-based support without secrecy.

You don’t have to choose between honoring your marriage and getting the help you need. The gaslighting of him saying that there isn't an issue in the first place and trying to make that make sense with what you are experiencing.......This conversation will help you sort through your options and move forward in wisdom and peace.

👉 Submit your questions for future episodes at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Curious about the fall course I am opening - Holiday Survival Course- email me to check out details and get on the waiting list! hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Does your husband push back when you mention Al-Anon—or accuse it of being “husband bashing”? You’re not alone. Many Christian wives long for support but feel trapped when their spouse doesn’t approve. In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll talk honestly about the struggle of wanting help with addiction and alcoholism while facing resistance at home.

You’ll hear:

  • Why secrecy feels like lying, but sometimes becomes survival when you need support.

  • The truth about what Al-Anon really is (and isn’t).

  • Online meeting options through the Al-Anon app and other accessible resources.

  • Alternative programs and supports that can meet the same needs.

  • How coaching or courses (like my upcoming fall program) can give you faith-based support without secrecy.

You don’t have to choose between honoring your marriage and getting the help you need. The gaslighting of him saying that there isn't an issue in the first place and trying to make that make sense with what you are experiencing.......This conversation will help you sort through your options and move forward in wisdom and peace.

👉 Submit your questions for future episodes at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Curious about the fall course I am opening - Holiday Survival Course- email me to check out details and get on the waiting list! hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Alcoholic Marriage Coach false No 1795 full Ep 37 Codependency and Alcoholism: How To Spot Enabling Patterns That May Be Robbing You Of Peace Ep 37 Codependency and Alcoholism: How To Spot Enabling Patterns That May Be Robbing You Of Peace https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/codependency-and-alcoholism-how-to-spot-enabling-patterns-that-may-be-robbing-you-of-peace/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/codependency-and-alcoholism-how-to-spot-enabling-patterns-that-may-be-robbing-you-of-peace/#comments Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:02:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/03649efd-5786-3501-83d8-1b0bd9f8bd91 Are you ever unsure if your actions are helping your alcoholic husband—or actually enabling him? Many Christian wives fall into codependent patterns without realizing it, believing they are loving, protecting, or supporting their spouse. But what feels like care can quietly fuel addiction and rob you of peace.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll explore what codependency really is, how to recognize enabling behaviors, and compare the dictionary definition with my personal definition. Together, we’ll look at the common patterns wives fall into, why they don’t work, and what I am in charge of compared to what I am not. 

You’ll hear:

  • The difference between helping and enabling in addiction.

  • Common enabling behaviors like monitoring, covering, or rescuing—and why they backfire.

  • The emotional toll of codependency (guilt, exhaustion, dysfunction).

  • How to grieve what you hoped for in marriage while feeling guilty for not continuing the cycle.

  • Simple first steps to begin breaking free from enabling patterns. Ask yourself this question. 

If you’ve ever thought, “Am I helping him or just making things worse?”, this episode will bring clarity and hope for your journey as a Christian wife walking through addiction.

👉 Submit your questions for a future episode at hello@wifeontherocks.com.

👉 Want personalized support? My fall 1:1 coaching sessions are now open. Book directly here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> Are you ever unsure if your actions are helping your alcoholic husband—or actually enabling him? Many Christian wives fall into codependent patterns without realizing it, believing they are loving, protecting, or supporting their spouse. But what feels like care can quietly fuel addiction and rob you of peace.

In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’ll explore what codependency really is, how to recognize enabling behaviors, and compare the dictionary definition with my personal definition. Together, we’ll look at the common patterns wives fall into, why they don’t work, and what I am in charge of compared to what I am not. 

You’ll hear:

  • The difference between helping and enabling in addiction.

  • Common enabling behaviors like monitoring, covering, or rescuing—and why they backfire.

  • The emotional toll of codependency (guilt, exhaustion, dysfunction).

  • How to grieve what you hoped for in marriage while feeling guilty for not continuing the cycle.

  • Simple first steps to begin breaking free from enabling patterns. Ask yourself this question. 

If you’ve ever thought, “Am I helping him or just making things worse?”, this episode will bring clarity and hope for your journey as a Christian wife walking through addiction.

👉 Submit your questions for a future episode at hello@wifeontherocks.com.


👉 Want personalized support? My fall 1:1 coaching sessions are now open. Book directly here: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1748 full EP 36 Monitoring Alcohol Intake? Codependent Behavior 101 And What To Do Instead EP 36 Monitoring Alcohol Intake? Codependent Behavior 101 And What To Do Instead https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/monitoring-alcohol-intake-codependent-behavior-101-and-what-to-do-instead/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/monitoring-alcohol-intake-codependent-behavior-101-and-what-to-do-instead/#comments Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:01:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5314cc2f-5101-3619-8b52-272db184339f When you’re married to an alcoholic, it feels almost impossible not to keep watch over his drinking. Maybe you’ve counted bottles, checked the liquor cabinet, or tracked every sip at dinner—hoping that if you could just measure the problem, you could somehow control it.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why monitoring an alcoholic’s drinking doesn’t work and how it keeps you trapped in a cycle of anxiety, hypervigilance, and codependency. Addiction hijacks the brain, and no amount of checking or policing can make your husband choose sobriety. His recovery is his responsibility—not yours.

You’ll learn:

  • Why watching his every move fuels your fear instead of giving peace.
  • How addiction and alcoholism shift accountability away from him when you try to manage it.
  • The emotional cost of living like a detective in your own home.
  • What it looks like to release control and reclaim your peace in Christ.

If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe if I just keep track, I can get ahead of this,” this episode will show you a healthier way forward. Your husband’s sobriety is not your responsibility—but your peace, your healing, and your walk with God are.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover on a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com.

📅 Want to go deeper? My one-on-one coaching sessions are open now. Book here → (Temporarily unavailable. Email the above address and we will set a time:)

]]> When you’re married to an alcoholic, it feels almost impossible not to keep watch over his drinking. Maybe you’ve counted bottles, checked the liquor cabinet, or tracked every sip at dinner—hoping that if you could just measure the problem, you could somehow control it.

In this episode, we’ll talk about why monitoring an alcoholic’s drinking doesn’t work and how it keeps you trapped in a cycle of anxiety, hypervigilance, and codependency. Addiction hijacks the brain, and no amount of checking or policing can make your husband choose sobriety. His recovery is his responsibility—not yours.

You’ll learn:

  • Why watching his every move fuels your fear instead of giving peace.

  • How addiction and alcoholism shift accountability away from him when you try to manage it.

  • The emotional cost of living like a detective in your own home.

  • What it looks like to release control and reclaim your peace in Christ.

If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe if I just keep track, I can get ahead of this,” this episode will show you a healthier way forward. Your husband’s sobriety is not your responsibility—but your peace, your healing, and your walk with God are.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover on a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com.

📅 Want to go deeper? My one-on-one coaching sessions are open now. Book here → (Temporarily unavailable. Email the above address and we will set a time:)

]]> Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1668 full Ep 35 Regulating Emotion In The Face Of Gaslighting: Wives Of Alcoholics Guide Ep 35 Regulating Emotion In The Face Of Gaslighting: Wives Of Alcoholics Guide https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/regulating-emotion-in-the-face-of-gaslighting-wives-of-alcoholics-guide/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/regulating-emotion-in-the-face-of-gaslighting-wives-of-alcoholics-guide/#comments Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:05:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/ee873b31-0eaa-3f81-a034-c997bc5c36ca When gaslighting leaves you questioning your reality and your worth, it’s easy to spiral into anger, defensiveness, or despair. As wives, we long for our husbands to meet our emotional needs, but the truth is—no spouse can carry that weight fully. And when addiction and gaslighting are present, the gap feels even bigger than we ever imagined.

In this episode, I share how I’ve learned to regulate my emotions in the face of hurtful, confusing words. You’ll hear:

  • Why it’s dangerous to seek validation from a spouse who cannot give it.

  • Practical ways to counteract gaslighting without losing your peace.

  • How knowing who I am in Christ steadies me when my marriage feels like less than I ever expected.

  • Why Galatians 5:22 reminds me that the Holy Spirit equips me with self-control—even when I’m tempted to lash back in anger.

If you’ve ever thought, “I didn’t sign up for this—I expected so much more,” this episode will give you encouragement and practical tools to hold your ground in truth and respond with Spirit-led self-control.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover in a future episode, or a testimony of what God is doing in your life? Does your husband have a question for my husband? We are working on building our next interviews! Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> When gaslighting leaves you questioning your reality and your worth, it’s easy to spiral into anger, defensiveness, or despair. As wives, we long for our husbands to meet our emotional needs, but the truth is—no spouse can carry that weight fully. And when addiction and gaslighting are present, the gap feels even bigger than we ever imagined.

In this episode, I share how I’ve learned to regulate my emotions in the face of hurtful, confusing words. You’ll hear:

  • Why it’s dangerous to seek validation from a spouse who cannot give it.

  • Practical ways to counteract gaslighting without losing your peace.

  • How knowing who I am in Christ steadies me when my marriage feels like less than I ever expected.

  • Why Galatians 5:22 reminds me that the Holy Spirit equips me with self-control—even when I’m tempted to lash back in anger.

If you’ve ever thought, “I didn’t sign up for this—I expected so much more,” this episode will give you encouragement and practical tools to hold your ground in truth and respond with Spirit-led self-control.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover in a future episode, or a testimony of what God is doing in your life? Does your husband have a question for my husband? We are working on building our next interviews! Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1238 full EP 34 Waiting For Things To Get Better? 3 Tips To Regulate Your Nervous System When Addiction Impacts Your Home EP 34 Waiting For Things To Get Better? 3 Tips To Regulate Your Nervous System When Addiction Impacts Your Home https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-34-waiting-for-things-to-get-better-3-tips-to-get-through-the-hopeless-daysday/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-34-waiting-for-things-to-get-better-3-tips-to-get-through-the-hopeless-daysday/#comments Sat, 30 Aug 2025 16:22:12 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/d6d5ad51-a1bf-3e76-aa55-14ed05c061f7 Living with alcoholism in your marriage can leave you feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. The lies, broken promises, and constant chaos can make you wonder if hope is even possible. If you’ve ever whispered, “I can’t keep doing this,” this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, I share 3 Christ-centered, practical tips to help you take one small step forward when you feel hopeless and defeated. These aren’t about fixing your husband—they’re about helping you anchor your heart, care for yourself, and invite God into the exhaustion.

You’ll learn:

  • Where your hope belongs when his choices keep breaking it.

  • Simple acts of self-care that bring life back into your day—like stepping outside in the sunshine, turning on praise music, or moving your body to clear the heaviness.

  • How to invite God into your weariness, trusting Him to carry what feels impossible.

Hopelessness doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means you need fresh ways to steady your soul in Christ. With Him, you can take the next step, even in the storm.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover on the show, or a testimony of how God is meeting you in this journey? Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

Addiction, Co-Dependency, Boundaries, Alcoholic, Marriage, Hope

]]> Living with alcoholism in your marriage can leave you feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. The lies, broken promises, and constant chaos can make you wonder if hope is even possible. If you’ve ever whispered, “I can’t keep doing this,” this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, I share 3 Christ-centered, practical tips to help you take one small step forward when you feel hopeless and defeated. These aren’t about fixing your husband—they’re about helping you anchor your heart, care for yourself, and invite God into the exhaustion.

You’ll learn:

  • Where your hope belongs when his choices keep breaking it.

  • Simple acts of self-care that bring life back into your day—like stepping outside in the sunshine, turning on praise music, or moving your body to clear the heaviness.

  • How to invite God into your weariness, trusting Him to carry what feels impossible.

Hopelessness doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it means you need fresh ways to steady your soul in Christ. With Him, you can take the next step, even in the storm.

📩 Do you have a question you’d like me to cover on the show, or a testimony of how God is meeting you in this journey? Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

Addiction, Co-Dependency, Boundaries, Alcoholic, Marriage, Hope

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1829 full Ep 33 Tired of Boundary Battles? Effectively Communicate Boundaries To Your Alcoholic Husband Ep 33 Tired of Boundary Battles? Effectively Communicate Boundaries To Your Alcoholic Husband https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-33-boundaries-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-what-healthy-really-sounds-like/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-33-boundaries-in-an-alcoholic-marriage-what-healthy-really-sounds-like/#comments Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:01:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/dc92771e-d6b8-3ac1-a579-4857bcbc9dff Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between a healthy boundary and one that only sounds right on the surface. Boundaries are like real vs. counterfeit money—you need to know what the genuine thing “sounds” like in order to recognize when something is off.

In this episode, I’m sharing examples of both unhealthy and healthy boundaries side by side so you can hear the difference for yourself. Poorly stated boundaries often come out of anger, sound controlling, or place the accountability on you instead of where it belongs. Healthy boundaries, on the other hand, are calm, clear, and protective without trying to control another person’s choices.

You’ll learn:

  • Why tone and phrasing matter more than you might realize—especially when you’re dealing with alcoholism, addiction, or gaslighting at home.

  • Why practice builds confidence in speaking boundaries that actually work.

  • How a “bad boundary” sounds compared to a “good boundary”—so you can stop feeling stuck and start protecting your peace.

If you’ve ever thought, “My boundaries sound right, so why don’t they work?”—this episode will help you start spotting the difference. Whether you’re navigating life with an alcoholic spouse, recovering from the effects of addiction, or learning how to respond to gaslighting, you’ll find practical insight and encouragement here.

👉 Have a question you’d like me to cover in a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

👉 Want help practicing boundaries that actually work? My one-on-one summer coaching sessions are open now → https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Sometimes it’s hard to tell the difference between a healthy boundary and one that only sounds right on the surface. Boundaries are like real vs. counterfeit money—you need to know what the genuine thing “sounds” like in order to recognize when something is off.

In this episode, I’m sharing examples of both unhealthy and healthy boundaries side by side so you can hear the difference for yourself. Poorly stated boundaries often come out of anger, sound controlling, or place the accountability on you instead of where it belongs. Healthy boundaries, on the other hand, are calm, clear, and protective without trying to control another person’s choices.

You’ll learn:

  • Why tone and phrasing matter more than you might realize—especially when you’re dealing with alcoholism, addiction, or gaslighting at home.

  • Why practice builds confidence in speaking boundaries that actually work.

  • How a “bad boundary” sounds compared to a “good boundary”—so you can stop feeling stuck and start protecting your peace.

If you’ve ever thought, “My boundaries sound right, so why don’t they work?”—this episode will help you start spotting the difference. Whether you’re navigating life with an alcoholic spouse, recovering from the effects of addiction, or learning how to respond to gaslighting, you’ll find practical insight and encouragement here.

👉 Have a question you’d like me to cover in a future episode? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 


👉 Want help practicing boundaries that actually work? My one-on-one summer coaching sessions are open now → https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1539 full Ep 32 How Do I Set A Boundary That Actually Works In Active Addiction? 3 Traps To Avoid Ep 32 How Do I Set A Boundary That Actually Works In Active Addiction? 3 Traps To Avoid https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-32-how-do-i-set-a-boundary-that-actually-works-in-active-addiction-3-traps-to-avoid/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-32-how-do-i-set-a-boundary-that-actually-works-in-active-addiction-3-traps-to-avoid/#comments Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:02:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/02d13afe-01b2-39e1-a181-b852d1d3d144 When you’re living in the chaos of an alcoholic marriage, boundaries aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. But here’s the thing: not all boundaries are created equal. Some can actually cause more damage, fuel defensiveness, or leave you carrying all the accountability.

In this episode, I’m sharing three specific things I don’t do when I set boundaries—habits I’ve learned to leave behind so my boundaries are clear, effective, and truly protective for me and my family.

We’ll talk about how to avoid the traps that make boundaries backfire, and how to phrase them in ways that lower defensiveness instead of triggering it. Listen in to hear exactly what these three things are and how you can start shifting your approach today.

If you’ve been struggling to set boundaries that actually work, this is for you.

📩 Got a boundary question you’d like me to answer on the show? Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> When you’re living in the chaos of an alcoholic marriage, boundaries aren’t just helpful—they’re essential. But here’s the thing: not all boundaries are created equal. Some can actually cause more damage, fuel defensiveness, or leave you carrying all the accountability.

In this episode, I’m sharing three specific things I don’t do when I set boundaries—habits I’ve learned to leave behind so my boundaries are clear, effective, and truly protective for me and my family.

We’ll talk about how to avoid the traps that make boundaries backfire, and how to phrase them in ways that lower defensiveness instead of triggering it. Listen in to hear exactly what these three things are and how you can start shifting your approach today.

If you’ve been struggling to set boundaries that actually work, this is for you.

📩 Got a boundary question you’d like me to answer on the show? Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1913 full EP 31 Why Aren't My Boundaries Working? 4 Boundary Mistakes In Active Addiction EP 31 Why Aren't My Boundaries Working? 4 Boundary Mistakes In Active Addiction https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/why-arent-my-boundaries-working-4-boundary-mistakes-in-active-addiction/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/why-arent-my-boundaries-working-4-boundary-mistakes-in-active-addiction/#comments Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:03:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/64eb51a4-0a38-330c-9929-3e667e8d1580 Setting boundaries in a marriage impacted by addiction is hard enough—but what happens when we set boundaries that backfire?

In this episode, we’re walking through 4 common boundary mistakes Christian wives often make when navigating life with an alcoholic spouse:

  • Boundaries made in anger – when emotions take over and clarity is lost

  • Not following through – the emotional toll of boundaries that don’t stick

  • Poorly communicated boundaries – the best of intentions, but instantly the defensiveness shows up from hubby!

  • Controlling boundaries – These sounded so good in my head, but only caused fights and a cycle of NO change. 

You’ll hear real-life examples of what these mistakes look like in the home—and how to reframe them with love, clarity, and biblical wisdom. Plus, I’ll show you how to spot the difference between a boundary that punishes and one that protects.

💬 Have a question you’d like answered on the show? Or want to share something God is doing in your life? I’d love to hear from you. Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Setting boundaries in a marriage impacted by addiction is hard enough—but what happens when we set boundaries that backfire?

In this episode, we’re walking through 4 common boundary mistakes Christian wives often make when navigating life with an alcoholic spouse:

  • Boundaries made in anger – when emotions take over and clarity is lost

  • Not following through – the emotional toll of boundaries that don’t stick

  • Poorly communicated boundaries – the best of intentions, but instantly the defensiveness shows up from hubby!

  • Controlling boundaries – These sounded so good in my head, but only caused fights and a cycle of NO change. 

You’ll hear real-life examples of what these mistakes look like in the home—and how to reframe them with love, clarity, and biblical wisdom. Plus, I’ll show you how to spot the difference between a boundary that punishes and one that protects.

💬 Have a question you’d like answered on the show? Or want to share something God is doing in your life? I’d love to hear from you. Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2229 full Ep 30 How Did It Get This Bad? Setting Boundaries In An Alcoholic Marriage Broke My Heart! Ep 30 How Did It Get This Bad? Setting Boundaries In An Alcoholic Marriage Broke My Heart! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-30/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-30/#comments Wed, 30 Jul 2025 00:02:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5297a23a-4b2c-311d-92a8-6dae5c5335e3 There’s a specific kind of heartbreak that comes when you realize the life you dreamed of isn’t the life you’re living—and that setting a boundary might be the only way to protect your peace, your children, or your sanity.

In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience of grieving what I thought family life would look like—and the painful but necessary process of accepting that I had to set boundaries in an addicted marriage in order to stay grounded in reality, not fantasy.

You’ll hear:

  • The emotional weight that comes before setting a boundary

  • What it’s like to pray and wrestle with God before taking action

  • How it feels to be forced into choices you never wanted to make

  • The internal tug-of-war between loyalty to your marriage and protecting your children

If you’ve ever asked, “How did it get this bad?” or “Why do I have to be the one to draw the line?”—this episode is for you.

💌  If you’re feeling torn about where to draw the line, you’re not alone. Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  

]]> There’s a specific kind of heartbreak that comes when you realize the life you dreamed of isn’t the life you’re living—and that setting a boundary might be the only way to protect your peace, your children, or your sanity.

In this deeply personal episode, I share my own experience of grieving what I thought family life would look like—and the painful but necessary process of accepting that I had to set boundaries in an addicted marriage in order to stay grounded in reality, not fantasy.

You’ll hear:

  • The emotional weight that comes before setting a boundary

  • What it’s like to pray and wrestle with God before taking action

  • How it feels to be forced into choices you never wanted to make

  • The internal tug-of-war between loyalty to your marriage and protecting your children

If you’ve ever asked, “How did it get this bad?” or “Why do I have to be the one to draw the line?”—this episode is for you.

💌 
If you’re feeling torn about where to draw the line, you’re not alone. Email me at https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1416 full Ep 29 Do I Keep Bringing Sobriety Up? How Can I Encourage AA? Insights From Our Story: A Husband In Recovery Answers These Questions ♥ //Interview Part 2// Ep 29 Do I Keep Bringing Sobriety Up? How Can I Encourage AA? Insights From Our Story: A Husband In Recovery Answers These Questions ♥ //Interview Part 2// https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-29-interview-pt-2/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-29-interview-pt-2/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:05:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5f9213a3-b330-3801-9895-37ca37e1ca06 Welcome back to Part 2 of my honest conversation with my husband, who is now in long-term recovery from alcohol. This episode dives into some of the most painful questions Christian wives face when living with an alcoholic spouse:

💔 Should I keep bringing up the drinking? 🙏 Can I encourage AA or other recovery programs without nagging? 🔁 Why does it feel like we’re repeating the same toxic cycle over and over again—and he doesn’t even see it?

If you’ve ever felt like something big happens, emotions explode, and then everything just quietly resets without real change... you’re not alone. We talk about why this cycle happens, what we’ve learned from it, and how God can open the door to true conversations and healing—even when it feels impossible.

We also explore:

  • How to invite your husband to open AA meetings (even as a recovery date night!)

  • Why some AA meetings don’t go well—and why it’s okay to try again

  • The role of prayer and timing in recovery conversations

  • Encouragement for when you’re discouraged, stuck, or silently suffering

This episode is for the wife who is doing her best to hold it all together with grace, but who needs real support, real answers, and real hope.

Full Listener Question:

"My husband admits his drinking is a problem, but he's not doing anything about it. If I ask him if he’s looked into AA, Celebrate Recovery, or Regeneration, he says he hasn’t had time and will look into it later. He’s gone to AA meetings before but says he doesn’t think it’s for him. Do I keep bringing this up? I don’t want to nag him, but it’s eating at me inside not to say anything. I feel like we’re in a painful cycle—something happens, we talk about it for a couple days, then we move on until it happens again. I feel like he’s just appeasing me in those moments because he knows I’ll eventually stop asking. He doesn’t communicate his feelings at all, so I have no idea what he’s thinking."

🔗 https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Welcome back to Part 2 of my honest conversation with my husband, who is now in long-term recovery from alcohol. This episode dives into some of the most painful questions Christian wives face when living with an alcoholic spouse:

💔 Should I keep bringing up the drinking?
🙏 Can I encourage AA or other recovery programs without nagging?
🔁 Why does it feel like we’re repeating the same toxic cycle over and over again—and he doesn’t even see it?

If you’ve ever felt like something big happens, emotions explode, and then everything just quietly resets without real change... you’re not alone. We talk about why this cycle happens, what we’ve learned from it, and how God can open the door to true conversations and healing—even when it feels impossible.

We also explore:

  • How to invite your husband to open AA meetings (even as a recovery date night!)

  • Why some AA meetings don’t go well—and why it’s okay to try again

  • The role of prayer and timing in recovery conversations

  • Encouragement for when you’re discouraged, stuck, or silently suffering

This episode is for the wife who is doing her best to hold it all together with grace, but who needs real support, real answers, and real hope.

Full Listener Question:

"My husband admits his drinking is a problem, but he's not doing anything about it. If I ask him if he’s looked into AA, Celebrate Recovery, or Regeneration, he says he hasn’t had time and will look into it later. He’s gone to AA meetings before but says he doesn’t think it’s for him. Do I keep bringing this up? I don’t want to nag him, but it’s eating at me inside not to say anything. I feel like we’re in a painful cycle—something happens, we talk about it for a couple days, then we move on until it happens again. I feel like he’s just appeasing me in those moments because he knows I’ll eventually stop asking. He doesn’t communicate his feelings at all, so I have no idea what he’s thinking."

🔗 https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1377 full Ep 28 Want A Peek Inside HIS Alcoholic Brain? A Husband In RECOVERY Shares Why Conversations With Wifey Did Not Lead To Quick Change And What You Can Do Instead //Interview- Part 1// Ep 28 Want A Peek Inside HIS Alcoholic Brain? A Husband In RECOVERY Shares Why Conversations With Wifey Did Not Lead To Quick Change And What You Can Do Instead //Interview- Part 1// https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-28-interview-he-knows-theres-a-drinking-problem-but-doesnt-get-help-do-i-keep-bringing-this-up/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-28-interview-he-knows-theres-a-drinking-problem-but-doesnt-get-help-do-i-keep-bringing-this-up/#comments Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:10:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/34a15518-11ba-30d2-82ec-f41fb15bf1c9 In this special two-part episode, I sit down with my husband—who is in long-term recovery from alcoholism—to answer a heartfelt and all-too-relatable question from a listener:

"My husband admits his drinking is a problem, but he's not doing anything about it. If I ask him if he’s looked into AA, Celebrate Recovery, or Regeneration, he says he hasn’t had time and will look into it later. He’s gone to AA meetings before but says he doesn’t think it’s for him. Do I keep bringing this up? I don’t want to nag him, but it’s eating at me inside not to say anything. I feel like we’re in a painful cycle—something happens, we talk about it for a couple days, then we move on until it happens again. I feel like he’s just appeasing me in those moments because he knows I’ll eventually stop asking. He doesn’t communicate his feelings at all, so I have no idea what he’s thinking."

Together, we reflect honestly on what life was like when we were in that same stuck place—and what we wish we had known then. From both sides of the struggle, we share what was helpful, what wasn’t, and what conversations planted real seeds of change.

In Part 1, we explore:

  • The mindset of an alcoholic who knows there's a problem but isn’t taking action
  • What a first conversation about recovery looked like in our home
  • How to approach your husband without nagging—and why timing and tone matter
  • The emotional toll of watching someone you love choose not to get help

Whether your husband is just beginning to wrestle with his drinking or you feel trapped in a repeating cycle of hope and disappointment, this episode offers honest insight and encouragement from our story and our victory! 

Resources Mentioned:

Joe and Charlie Tapes- 2 Old Timers in AA walking and talking through the Big Book and breaking it down in a way only they can do:) These are available on YouTube and also on the AA app. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhl3xlE0-GdweI1gG5QoeY9iIRCt2w_aI 

If you have a question you'd like answered on a future episode—or just want to connect—you can email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com.

If you’re interested in going deeper into the dynamics of your specific situation, you can book a summer 1:1 session with me here:

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Part 2 continues next week with more discussion, insight, and tackling the repetitive cycle that conversations tend to have in active addiction. (Alcohol or Drugs will elicit the same patterns of the cycle resisting sobriety and recovery.)

]]> In this special two-part episode, I sit down with my husband—who is in long-term recovery from alcoholism—to answer a heartfelt and all-too-relatable question from a listener:

"My husband admits his drinking is a problem, but he's not doing anything about it. If I ask him if he’s looked into AA, Celebrate Recovery, or Regeneration, he says he hasn’t had time and will look into it later. He’s gone to AA meetings before but says he doesn’t think it’s for him. Do I keep bringing this up? I don’t want to nag him, but it’s eating at me inside not to say anything. I feel like we’re in a painful cycle—something happens, we talk about it for a couple days, then we move on until it happens again. I feel like he’s just appeasing me in those moments because he knows I’ll eventually stop asking. He doesn’t communicate his feelings at all, so I have no idea what he’s thinking."

Together, we reflect honestly on what life was like when we were in that same stuck place—and what we wish we had known then. From both sides of the struggle, we share what was helpful, what wasn’t, and what conversations planted real seeds of change.

In Part 1, we explore:

  • The mindset of an alcoholic who knows there's a problem but isn’t taking action

  • What a first conversation about recovery looked like in our home

  • How to approach your husband without nagging—and why timing and tone matter

  • The emotional toll of watching someone you love choose not to get help

Whether your husband is just beginning to wrestle with his drinking or you feel trapped in a repeating cycle of hope and disappointment, this episode offers honest insight and encouragement from our story and our victory! 

Resources Mentioned:

Joe and Charlie Tapes- 2 Old Timers in AA walking and talking through the Big Book and breaking it down in a way only they can do:) These are available on YouTube and also on the AA app. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhl3xlE0-GdweI1gG5QoeY9iIRCt2w_aI 

If you have a question you'd like answered on a future episode—or just want to connect—you can email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com.

If you’re interested in going deeper into the dynamics of your specific situation, you can book a summer 1:1 session with me here:

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 

Part 2 continues next week with more discussion, insight, and tackling the repetitive cycle that conversations tend to have in active addiction. (Alcohol or Drugs will elicit the same patterns of the cycle resisting sobriety and recovery.)

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1370 full Ep 27 Summer & Self-Sabotage: Does Your Husband Start Meaningless Fights For An Excuse To Drink? Ep 27 Summer & Self-Sabotage: Does Your Husband Start Meaningless Fights For An Excuse To Drink? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-27-self-sabotage-does-your-husband-exchange-family-time-for-alcohol/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-27-self-sabotage-does-your-husband-exchange-family-time-for-alcohol/#comments Wed, 02 Jul 2025 08:10:04 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5eef3187-cc3f-390e-b620-286257fc5546 Summer is supposed to be a time of fun, family, and freedom — but for Christian wives of alcoholics, events like the 4th of July, barbecues, and neighborhood gatherings can catch you off guard with behavior not anticipated. Expecting Family Time but your husband self sabotages in order to drink and you end up alone or with all the kids without him?

In this heartfelt episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re talking about the real effects of alcohol in marriage — not just on the alcoholic husband, but on the wife and the family unit as a whole. From grill outs where he’s the only one drinking, to family plans that suddenly unravel into chaos, to fireworks nights you end up attending alone with the kids… we get into all of it.

You’ll hear:

  • How summer events often reveal painful patterns in alcoholic behavior

  • The emotional toll of being pushed away so he can drink in peace while you carry the family.

  • The subtle (and not-so-subtle) sabotage that ruins what should be family time

  • Why choosing not to attend certain events can actually be wise

  • What it looks like to reclaim peace, even when your heart is breaking

And most importantly, we talk about how you can walk this hard road with strength, with faith, and without losing yourself. Even when it hurts, even when you’re crying on the drive to the fireworks — you are not alone.

💬 Want to share your story or suggest a future episode topic? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

📅 Want to go deeper into your situation? Book a 1-on-1 session here: 

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> Summer is supposed to be a time of fun, family, and freedom — but for Christian wives of alcoholics, events like the 4th of July, barbecues, and neighborhood gatherings can catch you off guard with behavior not anticipated. Expecting Family Time but your husband self sabotages in order to drink and you end up alone or with all the kids without him?

In this heartfelt episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re talking about the real effects of alcohol in marriage — not just on the alcoholic husband, but on the wife and the family unit as a whole. From grill outs where he’s the only one drinking, to family plans that suddenly unravel into chaos, to fireworks nights you end up attending alone with the kids… we get into all of it.

You’ll hear:

  • How summer events often reveal painful patterns in alcoholic behavior

  • The emotional toll of being pushed away so he can drink in peace while you carry the family.

  • The subtle (and not-so-subtle) sabotage that ruins what should be family time

  • Why choosing not to attend certain events can actually be wise

  • What it looks like to reclaim peace, even when your heart is breaking

And most importantly, we talk about how you can walk this hard road with strength, with faith, and without losing yourself. Even when it hurts, even when you’re crying on the drive to the fireworks — you are not alone.

💬 Want to share your story or suggest a future episode topic? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com


📅 Want to go deeper into your situation? Book a 1-on-1 session here: 

https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1071 full Ep 26 Conflict in the World, Chaos at Home: How To Find Peace Amid Addiction, Alcoholism, and Anxiety Ep 26 Conflict in the World, Chaos at Home: How To Find Peace Amid Addiction, Alcoholism, and Anxiety https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-26-conflict-in-the-world-chaos-at-home-how-to-fine-peace-amid-addiction-alcoholism-and-anxiety/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-26-conflict-in-the-world-chaos-at-home-how-to-fine-peace-amid-addiction-alcoholism-and-anxiety/#comments Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:05:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/39e759b3-6fdf-394b-91d6-07eec1532888 In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re talking about what it feels like to live in a world full of uncertainty—when bombs are being dropped overseas and emotional bombs are going off in your own home.

With growing tensions between Israel and Iran and news of U.S. involvement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the global instability. But for Christian wives married to alcoholics, the chaos isn’t just out there—it’s also right here, in the home. How do we process fear about the future when we’re already living in a constant state of survival? How do we prepare our families wisely when our husbands aren’t in a position to lead, protect, or even participate in the conversation?

We explore:

  • What to do when your alcoholic husband can’t offer the strength and stability your family needs

  • How to talk to your kids when they need reassurance

  • Why self-sufficiency and emergency planning feel overwhelming when addiction dominates your daily life

  • Practical steps to quiet your mind and lead your family in peace, even when the world feels like it’s spinning out of control

  • How to reset your spirit with Scripture and walk in God’s wisdom, not fear

We’re anchoring this episode in two powerful verses: Philippians 4:4-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything…” Matthew 6:25-34 – “Do not worry about tomorrow…”

If you're feeling anxious, under-equipped, or just plain tired of holding it all together—you’re not alone. This episode will help you take a deep breath, reset your mind, and find your footing again with God’s peace as your guide.

🕊 Book a private coaching session: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  More dates are being added soon—watch for the full July calendar to be released next week and this link will update dates automatically.

📩 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Send it to: hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we’re talking about what it feels like to live in a world full of uncertainty—when bombs are being dropped overseas and emotional bombs are going off in your own home.

With growing tensions between Israel and Iran and news of U.S. involvement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the global instability. But for Christian wives married to alcoholics, the chaos isn’t just out there—it’s also right here, in the home. How do we process fear about the future when we’re already living in a constant state of survival? How do we prepare our families wisely when our husbands aren’t in a position to lead, protect, or even participate in the conversation?

We explore:

  • What to do when your alcoholic husband can’t offer the strength and stability your family needs

  • How to talk to your kids when they need reassurance

  • Why self-sufficiency and emergency planning feel overwhelming when addiction dominates your daily life

  • Practical steps to quiet your mind and lead your family in peace, even when the world feels like it’s spinning out of control

  • How to reset your spirit with Scripture and walk in God’s wisdom, not fear

We’re anchoring this episode in two powerful verses:
Philippians 4:4-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything…”
Matthew 6:25-34 – “Do not worry about tomorrow…”

If you're feeling anxious, under-equipped, or just plain tired of holding it all together—you’re not alone. This episode will help you take a deep breath, reset your mind, and find your footing again with God’s peace as your guide.

🕊 Book a private coaching session: https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession 
More dates are being added soon—watch for the full July calendar to be released next week and this link will update dates automatically.


📩 Have a question you'd like answered on a future episode? Send it to: hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1775 full Ep 25 Discerning Who Is Safe To Talk To About Your Alcoholic Husband And The Chaos Of Addiction In Your Home? Ep 25 Discerning Who Is Safe To Talk To About Your Alcoholic Husband And The Chaos Of Addiction In Your Home? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-25-discerning-who-is-safe-to-talk-to-about-your-alcoholic-husband-and-the-chaos-of-addiction-in-your-home/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-25-discerning-who-is-safe-to-talk-to-about-your-alcoholic-husband-and-the-chaos-of-addiction-in-your-home/#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:41:12 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/d74dd153-bfe1-36e7-aeb0-a7d5e5cea771 How do you know if someone is safe to talk to about your marriage, your alcoholic husband, or the chaos addiction is causing in your home? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we explore a powerful litmus test to help Christian wives of alcoholics discern who they can trust with their story—and who might cause more harm than help.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should open up to a friend, family member, pastor, or counselor about your situation, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to recognize the difference between biblical counsel and secular advice and how to spot red flags in emotional conversations.

We talk about:

  • Navigating life with an alcoholic spouse through a Christian lens

  • How to find safe, biblical support for Christian wives of addicts

  • The dangers of emotional affairs and male “mentors”

  • Why gossip and broken trust can hurt your healing

  • Secular vs. faith-based advice for wives of alcoholics

  • What makes someone a trustworthy, prayerful support

  • The importance of recovery groups like Al-Anon for family members of addicts

Plus, I share how Christian coaching for wives of alcoholics can be a lifeline when you don’t have a safe person in your life who understands what you’re walking through. As someone who’s lived this personally, I offer faith-based, confidential coaching to help you navigate this painful season with clarity, peace, and spiritual strength. Email me at Hello@wifeontherocks.com to gain access to the schedule and book a session!

 

 

 

Keywords: Christian wife, alcoholic husband, addiction in the home, Christian counseling, faith-based support, boundaries in marriage, recovery, Al-Anon, emotional safety, biblical advice, Christian marriage help, alcoholism, Christian addiction counseling, wives of addicts, Christian coach, safe support for addiction, Godly counsel for wives, alcohol addiction recovery support.

]]> How do you know if someone is safe to talk to about your marriage, your alcoholic husband, or the chaos addiction is causing in your home? In this episode of Wife on the Rocks, we explore a powerful litmus test to help Christian wives of alcoholics discern who they can trust with their story—and who might cause more harm than help.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you should open up to a friend, family member, pastor, or counselor about your situation, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to recognize the difference between biblical counsel and secular advice and how to spot red flags in emotional conversations.

We talk about:

  • Navigating life with an alcoholic spouse through a Christian lens

  • How to find safe, biblical support for Christian wives of addicts

  • The dangers of emotional affairs and male “mentors”

  • Why gossip and broken trust can hurt your healing

  • Secular vs. faith-based advice for wives of alcoholics

  • What makes someone a trustworthy, prayerful support

  • The importance of recovery groups like Al-Anon for family members of addicts

Plus, I share how Christian coaching for wives of alcoholics can be a lifeline when you don’t have a safe person in your life who understands what you’re walking through. As someone who’s lived this personally, I offer faith-based, confidential coaching to help you navigate this painful season with clarity, peace, and spiritual strength. Email me at Hello@wifeontherocks.com to gain access to the schedule and book a session!

 

 

 

Keywords: Christian wife, alcoholic husband, addiction in the home, Christian counseling, faith-based support, boundaries in marriage, recovery, Al-Anon, emotional safety, biblical advice, Christian marriage help, alcoholism, Christian addiction counseling, wives of addicts, Christian coach, safe support for addiction, Godly counsel for wives, alcohol addiction recovery support.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2117 full EP 24 Health: Alcohol, Liver Damage, and Loving a Husband Who Won’t Stop Drinking. EP 24 Health: Alcohol, Liver Damage, and Loving a Husband Who Won’t Stop Drinking. https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-24-health-alcohol-liver-damage-and-loving-a-husband-who-won-t-stop-drinking/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-24-health-alcohol-liver-damage-and-loving-a-husband-who-won-t-stop-drinking/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:10:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/a979efad-10fe-3fbf-851b-22263a33b9c3 Are you the only one paying attention to the warning signs? What even are the warning signs for Liver Disease and Liver Cirhossis and when to expect them. There may be NO symptoms or concerns at this time, but looking in the future has you concerned? Maybe you are seeing his yellowing eyes, his constant fatigue, his mood swings? Let's unpack this together. 

The only one praying for his health — while he shrugs it off?

If that’s you, I want to start with this: You are not crazy. You are not overreacting. And you are not being controlling for caring deeply about the man you love.

In this episode, I speak directly to the Christian wife who feels alone in her concern — like she’s watching a slow-motion car crash while everyone else looks away. We’ll talk honestly about what alcohol does to the liver, how quietly damage can build, and why your fear makes perfect sense. I’ll also walk you through what you can lovingly release, because it was never yours to carry.

💡 You'll hear:

  • What the liver actually does and why alcohol attacks it silently

  • What liver damage looks like in real life (and why symptoms often come late)

  • The real reason your concern matters — even if he’s not ready to change

  • What it means to care without carrying

  • A reminder that you are not his doctor

This isn’t just about biology — it’s about the burden of love, and the freedom of surrender.

📩 Got questions or want to connect? You can reach me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

Hepatic Liver, Liver Cirhossis, Liver Disease Signs, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Fatty Liver, Pancreatitis,

You are not alone, sister. And you were never meant to carry this alone.

]]> Are you the only one paying attention to the warning signs? What even are the warning signs for Liver Disease and Liver Cirhossis and when to expect them. There may be NO symptoms or concerns at this time, but looking in the future has you concerned? Maybe you are seeing his yellowing eyes, his constant fatigue, his mood swings? Let's unpack this together. 


The only one praying for his health — while he shrugs it off?

If that’s you, I want to start with this:
You are not crazy.
You are not overreacting.
And you are not being controlling for caring deeply about the man you love.

In this episode, I speak directly to the Christian wife who feels alone in her concern — like she’s watching a slow-motion car crash while everyone else looks away. We’ll talk honestly about what alcohol does to the liver, how quietly damage can build, and why your fear makes perfect sense. I’ll also walk you through what you can lovingly release, because it was never yours to carry.

💡 You'll hear:

  • What the liver actually does and why alcohol attacks it silently

  • What liver damage looks like in real life (and why symptoms often come late)

  • The real reason your concern matters — even if he’s not ready to change

  • What it means to care without carrying

  • A reminder that you are not his doctor

This isn’t just about biology — it’s about the burden of love, and the freedom of surrender.

📩 Got questions or want to connect?
You can reach me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

Hepatic Liver, Liver Cirhossis, Liver Disease Signs, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Fatty Liver, Pancreatitis,

You are not alone, sister.
And you were never meant to carry this alone.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1699 full EP 23 Can You Be a Good Christian Wife and Still Be Angry At The Unfairness Of Addiction? EP 23 Can You Be a Good Christian Wife and Still Be Angry At The Unfairness Of Addiction? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/can-you-be-a-good-christian-wife-and-still-be-angry-at-the-unfairness-of-addiction/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/can-you-be-a-good-christian-wife-and-still-be-angry-at-the-unfairness-of-addiction/#comments Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:49:50 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/65aa9fca-de2b-3a1b-b99b-4bdcbcc49ce6 As a Christian wife living with an alcoholic husband, you’ve probably wrestled with a deep emotional conflict: “I know I’m supposed to forgive, but I’m furious.” In this episode, we’re opening up the conversation about anger—what Scripture really says, why it’s not a sin to feel it, and how to move through it without shame.

We’ll unpack the emotional toll of carrying an unfair burden, the conflict between Christian service and soul-level exhaustion, and what options are actually available to you as a woman of faith in a hurting home. If you’ve been stuffing your emotions to be the "good Christian wife," this one is for you.

📩 I'd love to hear your story or pray for you—email me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com

🎙️ Special Tribute: Phil Robertson

Before we close, I’m honoring the life and legacy of Phil Robertson, founder of Duck Commander, beloved husband to Miss Kay, and a man radically transformed by the grace of Jesus. His early years were marked by addiction and brokenness, but God wrote a redemption story that has reached millions.

Their powerful testimony is captured in the film The Blind, which tells the raw and beautiful journey from chaos to Christ. You can also hear Phil and his family on their podcast Unashamed, where they boldly share Scripture, real-life struggles, and the power of the gospel without holding back.

Phil’s story reminds us that no life is too far gone for Jesus to redeem. And that hope? It’s for your home, too.

]]> As a Christian wife living with an alcoholic husband, you’ve probably wrestled with a deep emotional conflict: “I know I’m supposed to forgive, but I’m furious.” In this episode, we’re opening up the conversation about anger—what Scripture really says, why it’s not a sin to feel it, and how to move through it without shame.

We’ll unpack the emotional toll of carrying an unfair burden, the conflict between Christian service and soul-level exhaustion, and what options are actually available to you as a woman of faith in a hurting home. If you’ve been stuffing your emotions to be the "good Christian wife," this one is for you.

📩 I'd love to hear your story or pray for you—email me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com

🎙️ Special Tribute: Phil Robertson

Before we close, I’m honoring the life and legacy of Phil Robertson, founder of Duck Commander, beloved husband to Miss Kay, and a man radically transformed by the grace of Jesus. His early years were marked by addiction and brokenness, but God wrote a redemption story that has reached millions.

Their powerful testimony is captured in the film The Blind, which tells the raw and beautiful journey from chaos to Christ. You can also hear Phil and his family on their podcast Unashamed, where they boldly share Scripture, real-life struggles, and the power of the gospel without holding back.

Phil’s story reminds us that no life is too far gone for Jesus to redeem. And that hope? It’s for your home, too.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1941 full Ep 22 Part 2 Heavy Drinking or Alcoholism? Not Sure If Hubby Can Stop Drinking Or Not? Ep 22 Part 2 Heavy Drinking or Alcoholism? Not Sure If Hubby Can Stop Drinking Or Not? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-22-part-2-heavy-drinking-or-alcoholism-not-sure-if-hubby-can-stop-drinking-or-not/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-22-part-2-heavy-drinking-or-alcoholism-not-sure-if-hubby-can-stop-drinking-or-not/#comments Thu, 29 May 2025 00:39:44 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/fe508422-6e11-3a76-ab59-2c29e20db0f2 Still unsure if your husband is “just” a heavy drinker or a true alcoholic? The truth is: chasing a diagnosis often becomes a distraction that delays the healing process.

In this episode, we talk about why trying to “figure him out” won’t fix anything—and what you can do instead. Whether your husband meets a textbook definition or not, the chaos still hurts, and you deserve peace.

You'll hear:

  • Why obsessing over the “right” label can keep wives stuck in fear and codependency

  • 4 litmus test questions to help you decide when a boundary is needed

  • How both heavy drinking and alcoholism cause emotional instability in the home

  • A Christian perspective on stepping forward without all the answers

  • Real-life discussion of when helping crosses the line into enabling

This episode is an invitation to stop diagnosing and start discerning what God is calling you to do in your family. 

💌 If you have questions you’d like me to cover on the podcast, or want more info about 1-on-1 coaching, email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Still unsure if your husband is “just” a heavy drinker or a true alcoholic? The truth is: chasing a diagnosis often becomes a distraction that delays the healing process.

In this episode, we talk about why trying to “figure him out” won’t fix anything—and what you can do instead. Whether your husband meets a textbook definition or not, the chaos still hurts, and you deserve peace.

You'll hear:

  • Why obsessing over the “right” label can keep wives stuck in fear and codependency

  • 4 litmus test questions to help you decide when a boundary is needed

  • How both heavy drinking and alcoholism cause emotional instability in the home

  • A Christian perspective on stepping forward without all the answers

  • Real-life discussion of when helping crosses the line into enabling

This episode is an invitation to stop diagnosing and start discerning what God is calling you to do in your family. 

💌 If you have questions you’d like me to cover on the podcast, or want more info about 1-on-1 coaching, email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1597 full EP 21 Part 1 Is It Alcoholism Or Just Heavy Drinking? Where Is The Line? EP 21 Part 1 Is It Alcoholism Or Just Heavy Drinking? Where Is The Line? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-21-part-1-is-it-alcoholism-or-just-heavy-drinking-where-is-the-line/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-21-part-1-is-it-alcoholism-or-just-heavy-drinking-where-is-the-line/#comments Wed, 21 May 2025 09:28:37 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/cec37357-6f05-3ac5-b986-af4c73bcf228 Are you constantly wondering whether your husband is an alcoholic or “just” a heavy drinker? Maybe you've searched for clarity in books, blogs, or online quizzes—hoping that labeling his behavior will give you peace.

In this episode, we break down what the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous says about the three types of drinkers, including what defines a “real alcoholic”—and why understanding this framework may help, but it’s not your responsibility to diagnose.

You'll hear:

  • A clear overview of the 3 drinker types described in AA literature

  • What a "real alcoholic" looks like according to the Big Book

  • Why this knowledge can offer insight—but also keep wives stuck

  • Real-life home examples of what each type might look like in daily life

  • Encouragement for Christian wives navigating confusion and chaos

This episode offers education—not to label your husband—but to help you understand what you’re dealing with and why his drinking affects your heart and home either way.

 

If you want to read the full chapter regarding this in the Big Book of  AA here is a link to the Big Book for free online on the AA website. Scroll down for Chapter 2. There is a Solution. (pp.17-29)

https://www.aa.org/the-big-book 

 

💌 Want to be added to the waitlist or learn more about 1:1 coaching? Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

💭 Have a question you'd like answered on the show? Email me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com and I may include it in a future episode.

]]> Are you constantly wondering whether your husband is an alcoholic or “just” a heavy drinker? Maybe you've searched for clarity in books, blogs, or online quizzes—hoping that labeling his behavior will give you peace.

In this episode, we break down what the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous says about the three types of drinkers, including what defines a “real alcoholic”—and why understanding this framework may help, but it’s not your responsibility to diagnose.

You'll hear:

  • A clear overview of the 3 drinker types described in AA literature

  • What a "real alcoholic" looks like according to the Big Book

  • Why this knowledge can offer insight—but also keep wives stuck

  • Real-life home examples of what each type might look like in daily life

  • Encouragement for Christian wives navigating confusion and chaos

This episode offers education—not to label your husband—but to help you understand what you’re dealing with and why his drinking affects your heart and home either way.

 

If you want to read the full chapter regarding this in the Big Book of  AA here is a link to the Big Book for free online on the AA website. Scroll down for Chapter 2. There is a Solution. (pp.17-29)

https://www.aa.org/the-big-book 

 

💌 Want to be added to the waitlist or learn more about 1:1 coaching?
Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

💭 Have a question you'd like answered on the show?
Email me anytime at hello@wifeontherocks.com and I may include it in a future episode.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1361 full Ep 20 Helping Your Husband Or Enabling Addiction? A Litmus Test For Wives Ep 20 Helping Your Husband Or Enabling Addiction? A Litmus Test For Wives https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-20/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-20/#comments Wed, 14 May 2025 00:15:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/625346af-b172-31a4-8514-9a004487f3a0 If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re helping your husband or enabling his addiction, this episode is for you. As Christian wives, we’re called to love and support—but when codependency creeps in, it can be hard to tell if our actions are helping or hurting.

In today’s episode, I share two simple but powerful questions—your litmus test—to help you decide where a boundary might be needed. These questions will help you check your motives, discern if you're stepping into an enabler role, and bring clarity to those hard, in-the-moment decisions.

We’ll talk about how not setting boundaries can leave you feeling more like his mother than his wife, and how resentment often builds when we’re stuck in a cycle of codependency. We'll also explore the ever-shifting line between helping from a place of faith and unintentionally enabling, and why that line often has to be redrawn with each situation.

If you're navigating the storm of loving a man in addiction and want to reclaim your peace, this episode offers both practical tools and spiritual encouragement.

✨ Want to be added to the waitlist or get more info about 1:1 coaching sessions? 📩 Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com – I’d love to support you.

💬 Have a question you’d love to hear answered on the show? Send it to hello@wifeontherocks.com, and I’ll try to include it in a future episode.

]]> If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re helping your husband or enabling his addiction, this episode is for you. As Christian wives, we’re called to love and support—but when codependency creeps in, it can be hard to tell if our actions are helping or hurting.

In today’s episode, I share two simple but powerful questions—your litmus test—to help you decide where a boundary might be needed. These questions will help you check your motives, discern if you're stepping into an enabler role, and bring clarity to those hard, in-the-moment decisions.

We’ll talk about how not setting boundaries can leave you feeling more like his mother than his wife, and how resentment often builds when we’re stuck in a cycle of codependency. We'll also explore the ever-shifting line between helping from a place of faith and unintentionally enabling, and why that line often has to be redrawn with each situation.

If you're navigating the storm of loving a man in addiction and want to reclaim your peace, this episode offers both practical tools and spiritual encouragement.

✨ Want to be added to the waitlist or get more info about 1:1 coaching sessions?
📩 Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com – I’d love to support you.

💬 Have a question you’d love to hear answered on the show?
Send it to hello@wifeontherocks.com, and I’ll try to include it in a future episode.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1453 full Ep 19 Peace in the Chaos Starts Here: A Mindset for Boundaries as the Wife of an Alcoholic Ep 19 Peace in the Chaos Starts Here: A Mindset for Boundaries as the Wife of an Alcoholic https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-19-peace-in-the-chaos-starts-here-a-mindset-for-boundaries-as-the-wife-of-an-alcoholic/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-19-peace-in-the-chaos-starts-here-a-mindset-for-boundaries-as-the-wife-of-an-alcoholic/#comments Wed, 07 May 2025 00:30:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/4b3cdd5c-e268-37b1-89ac-b19f1505f143 In this episode on boundaries, we return to the basics—what they are, why they matter, and how they serve as a powerful shield for your peace. Think of boundaries not as walls to keep your husband out, but as a protective dome that creates space between you and the chaos of addiction. This distance isn’t about punishment—it’s about preserving your well-being and protecting your children.

If you're a Christian wife navigating life with an alcoholic husband, this episode is for you. Whether you’re just beginning to explore boundaries or need a fresh reminder of why they matter, you’ll find clarity and encouragement here.

 Want your questions answered in a future episode? Submit them anytime—I'd love to hear from you. hello@wifeontherocks.com

 If you're struggling to set healthy boundaries and need outside perspective, support, and accountability, I’m opening up a handful of 1-on-1 sessions soon. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to be added to the list.

]]> In this episode on boundaries, we return to the basics—what they are, why they matter, and how they serve as a powerful shield for your peace. Think of boundaries not as walls to keep your husband out, but as a protective dome that creates space between you and the chaos of addiction. This distance isn’t about punishment—it’s about preserving your well-being and protecting your children.

If you're a Christian wife navigating life with an alcoholic husband, this episode is for you. Whether you’re just beginning to explore boundaries or need a fresh reminder of why they matter, you’ll find clarity and encouragement here.

 Want your questions answered in a future episode?
Submit them anytime—I'd love to hear from you. hello@wifeontherocks.com

 If you're struggling to set healthy boundaries and need outside perspective, support, and accountability, I’m opening up a handful of 1-on-1 sessions soon. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to be added to the list.

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1145 full Ep 18 "I Can Quit Drinking Alcohol Anytime I Want!" An Honest Look At Denial From an Alcoholic Husband Pursuing Recovery //Interview// Ep 18 "I Can Quit Drinking Alcohol Anytime I Want!" An Honest Look At Denial From an Alcoholic Husband Pursuing Recovery //Interview// https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-18-hubby-interview/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-18-hubby-interview/#comments Thu, 01 May 2025 08:47:14 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/f8a4a52b-3832-31ad-86aa-0d54b5b3e976 Have you ever wondered what your husband is thinking!? Active Addiction comes with all kinds of twisted thinking in the mind to justify otherwise unhealthy behavior. In this powerful episode, we delve into the intricate journey from a husband's perspective as alcohol steadily takes command over life. I'm joined by my husband, who courageously opens up about the deep, internal conflict he faced during his battle with alcoholism trying to prove alcohol wasn’t a problem. 

For many men, the path down this dark road is marked by denial, shame, and an overwhelming sense of being trapped. If you're striving to understand what happens when alcohol becomes the silent third party in your marriage, this episode sheds light on just that.

Join us as we discuss:

1. **The Subtle Descent**: How my husband first began to notice alcohol's grip tightening around his life, evolving from a social pastime to a looming dependency.

2. **Living a Double Life**: Listen as he shares the internal battle between projecting a facade of control and feeling engulfed by the chaos within as he fought the truth that alcoholism was taking over. 

3. **Denial and Justification**: A raw look at the excuses he made to himself and others, all while the addiction quietly reshaped his world.

In opening his heart, my husband provides invaluable insights into the mind of someone entangled in addiction’s clutches. Our candid discussion is an invitation to wives seeking understanding, drawing the curtain back to illuminate the complexities faced by christian men dealing with addiction and offer a pathway to empathy and healing in the marital relationship. 

Today’s Referenced Quote:

”Addiction is a response to human suffering” 

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You don’t have to walk through this alone!! If you're interested in getting on the wait list for a one-on-one session with me, please email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Additionally, if you have any questions for the show, whether it's my perspective or my husband’s, send them my way at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Have you ever wondered what your husband is thinking!? Active Addiction comes with all kinds of twisted thinking in the mind to justify otherwise unhealthy behavior. In this powerful episode, we delve into the intricate journey from a husband's perspective as alcohol steadily takes command over life. I'm joined by my husband, who courageously opens up about the deep, internal conflict he faced during his battle with alcoholism trying to prove alcohol wasn’t a problem. 

For many men, the path down this dark road is marked by denial, shame, and an overwhelming sense of being trapped. If you're striving to understand what happens when alcohol becomes the silent third party in your marriage, this episode sheds light on just that.

Join us as we discuss:

1. **The Subtle Descent**: How my husband first began to notice alcohol's grip tightening around his life, evolving from a social pastime to a looming dependency.

2. **Living a Double Life**: Listen as he shares the internal battle between projecting a facade of control and feeling engulfed by the chaos within as he fought the truth that alcoholism was taking over. 

3. **Denial and Justification**: A raw look at the excuses he made to himself and others, all while the addiction quietly reshaped his world.

In opening his heart, my husband provides invaluable insights into the mind of someone entangled in addiction’s clutches. Our candid discussion is an invitation to wives seeking understanding, drawing the curtain back to illuminate the complexities faced by christian men dealing with addiction and offer a pathway to empathy and healing in the marital relationship. 

Today’s Referenced Quote:

”Addiction is a response to human suffering” 

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You don’t have to walk through this alone!! If you're interested in getting on the wait list for a one-on-one session with me, please email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Additionally, if you have any questions for the show, whether it's my perspective or my husband’s, send them my way at hello@wifeontherocks.com

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 970 full Ep 17 Recovery of Your Family Begins With YOU! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen Ep 17 Recovery of Your Family Begins With YOU! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/recovery-of-your-family-begins-with-you-combatting-childhood-trauma-from-the-trenches/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/recovery-of-your-family-begins-with-you-combatting-childhood-trauma-from-the-trenches/#comments Wed, 23 Apr 2025 01:01:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/fc23c880-7860-39fa-b985-06de07d53f17 In this powerful episode, Recovery of Your Family Begins With YOU!, I share a story I heard in Al-Anon that stopped me in my tracks—a story that helped me see how my efforts to “smooth things over” in a home affected by alcoholism were actually hurting more than helping.

Children don’t need everything to look okay. They need someone who is okay—someone stable, trustworthy, and emotionally safe. As Christian wives and moms navigating life with an alcoholic loved one, we are called to be that safe harbor. This episode is an invitation to take honest inventory, let go of unhealthy patterns, and choose a better path—for our kids, and for ourselves.

Healing starts with YOU Mama!!

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Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052  EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728  ———

Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

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Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

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Want to go deeper? If this episode spoke to you and you're ready to start untangling the chaos with someone who gets it, I’d love to walk with you. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session—personalized support, rooted in faith, just for you.

And don’t forget—I'm always accepting questions at hello@wifeontherocks.com. I’ll be weaving your questions into future episodes, so feel free to reach out anytime.

Resources mentioned in this episdoe. AA Alcoholics Annonymous,  Al Anon, Al Ateen, ACOA 

]]> In this powerful episode, Recovery of Your Family Begins With YOU!, I share a story I heard in Al-Anon that stopped me in my tracks—a story that helped me see how my efforts to “smooth things over” in a home affected by alcoholism were actually hurting more than helping.

Children don’t need everything to look okay. They need someone who is okay—someone stable, trustworthy, and emotionally safe. As Christian wives and moms navigating life with an alcoholic loved one, we are called to be that safe harbor. This episode is an invitation to take honest inventory, let go of unhealthy patterns, and choose a better path—for our kids, and for ourselves.

Healing starts with YOU Mama!!

—————————

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052 

EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728 
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Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

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Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

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Want to go deeper? If this episode spoke to you and you're ready to start untangling the chaos with someone who gets it, I’d love to walk with you. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session—personalized support, rooted in faith, just for you.

And don’t forget—I'm always accepting questions at hello@wifeontherocks.com. I’ll be weaving your questions into future episodes, so feel free to reach out anytime.

Resources mentioned in this episdoe. AA Alcoholics Annonymous,  Al Anon, Al Ateen, ACOA 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1242 full Ep 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism: How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon Ep 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism: How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-16-parenting-through-the-dysfunction-of-alcoholism-how-do-i-lead-my-kiddos/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-16-parenting-through-the-dysfunction-of-alcoholism-how-do-i-lead-my-kiddos/#comments Wed, 16 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/93b31f92-1cbf-34ed-aed5-9c721e652855 Send your questions to the show! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Our kids are looking to us for guidance on how to navigate all of this. They can get caught up in the confusion and the family disease of alcoholism. As the wife of an alcoholic and the momma to these souls, and future ACOA members what can you be doing to help them to get through this too!? Our role is so important mommas!!

 

What legacy are you leaving for your kiddos? When they are adults what questions will they have for you regarding what they have seen and lived through? ACOA Adult Children of Alcoholics, Al Anon as well as Al Ateen have some thoughts on what we can be doing to teach our kids how to navigate. 

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052  EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728  ———

Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

——————————-

Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/ 

 

Would you like a safe place to share your heart? Tired of running in circles trying to fix all of this? Want to learn skills to navigate crisis parenting? Email to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session with Wife On The Rocks. hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Send your questions to the show! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Our kids are looking to us for guidance on how to navigate all of this. They can get caught up in the confusion and the family disease of alcoholism. As the wife of an alcoholic and the momma to these souls, and future ACOA members what can you be doing to help them to get through this too!? Our role is so important mommas!!

 

What legacy are you leaving for your kiddos? When they are adults what questions will they have for you regarding what they have seen and lived through? ACOA Adult Children of Alcoholics, Al Anon as well as Al Ateen have some thoughts on what we can be doing to teach our kids how to navigate. 

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052 

EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728 
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Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

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Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/ 

 

Would you like a safe place to share your heart? Tired of running in circles trying to fix all of this? Want to learn skills to navigate crisis parenting? Email to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session with Wife On The Rocks. hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1263 full EP 15 Childhood Trauma and The Impact of Alchoholism on Our Kids! ACOA CPTSD EP 15 Childhood Trauma and The Impact of Alchoholism on Our Kids! ACOA CPTSD https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-15-childhood-trauma-and-the-impact-of-alchoholism-on-our-kids-acoa-cptsd/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-15-childhood-trauma-and-the-impact-of-alchoholism-on-our-kids-acoa-cptsd/#comments Wed, 09 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/1bfa5f32-0343-35d1-9da5-a88b8a9feaa9 The impact of alcoholism on me was IMMENSE! However, my kids were experiencing all of this too through the littlest eyes and innoent hearts! I did not used to know how to lead them through all of this! Addiction really impacted our family! I have learned SO many tools and nuggets of wisdom over the years that helped me to navigate what our family was experiencing! If you are a mamma bear, you don't want to miss this episode highlighting our kiddos and their experience! ♥ 

 

Children grow up and their childhood trauma can still impact them years down the road. This is why the ACOA Adult Child Of Alcoholic Literature and groups exist. Our children will grow up to be those adults one day and the more we learn ourselves, to in turn teach them to navigate the trauma, the better their chances are to be part of breaking this cycle. 

It begins with us Mamma!  

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052  EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728  ———

Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

——————————-

Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

 

]]> The impact of alcoholism on me was IMMENSE! However, my kids were experiencing all of this too through the littlest eyes and innoent hearts! I did not used to know how to lead them through all of this! Addiction really impacted our family! I have learned SO many tools and nuggets of wisdom over the years that helped me to navigate what our family was experiencing! If you are a mamma bear, you don't want to miss this episode highlighting our kiddos and their experience! ♥ 

 

Children grow up and their childhood trauma can still impact them years down the road. This is why the ACOA Adult Child Of Alcoholic Literature and groups exist. Our children will grow up to be those adults one day and the more we learn ourselves, to in turn teach them to navigate the trauma, the better their chances are to be part of breaking this cycle. 

It begins with us Mamma!  

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052 

EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728 
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Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

——————————-

Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1314 full Ep 14 Being Married To An Alcoholic is SO Lonely! Who Can You Talk To As The Trauma Piles Up? Ep 14 Being Married To An Alcoholic is SO Lonely! Who Can You Talk To As The Trauma Piles Up? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/being-married-to-an-alcoholic-is-so-lonely-who-can-you-talk-to-about-the-ongoing-trauma-that-is-addiction-not-your-husband/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/being-married-to-an-alcoholic-is-so-lonely-who-can-you-talk-to-about-the-ongoing-trauma-that-is-addiction-not-your-husband/#comments Wed, 02 Apr 2025 01:15:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/6bf2b64a-9661-37fa-9a40-14726a34cdc4 Tune in to hear ONE thing that God taught me during this painful lonely season. Being married to an alcoholic who thinks that everything is FINE is SO frustrating! Active addiction is exhausting. AA says that Alcohol is "Cunning, Baffling and Powerful" and it is SO True. The one person that I wanted to talk to was the one person who was also hurting our family, so who else could I talk to? I didn't want my friends and family to know how bad it was and they would all have their own opinions anyway!

God convicted me on how to handle this very dilemna and I accepted the 30 day challenge. Try it for yourself and your situation! See what God can do ♥ 

 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want to learn more about connecting 1 on 1 for support? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Tune in to hear ONE thing that God taught me during this painful lonely season. Being married to an alcoholic who thinks that everything is FINE is SO frustrating! Active addiction is exhausting. AA says that Alcohol is "Cunning, Baffling and Powerful" and it is SO True. The one person that I wanted to talk to was the one person who was also hurting our family, so who else could I talk to? I didn't want my friends and family to know how bad it was and they would all have their own opinions anyway!

God convicted me on how to handle this very dilemna and I accepted the 30 day challenge. Try it for yourself and your situation! See what God can do ♥ 

 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want to learn more about connecting 1 on 1 for support? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1008 full Ep 13 The Sobriety, Recovery, Relapse Cycle of Addiction is EXHAUSTING! One Practical Thing You Can Do Now! Ep 13 The Sobriety, Recovery, Relapse Cycle of Addiction is EXHAUSTING! One Practical Thing You Can Do Now! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/the-sobriety-recovery-relapse-cycle-of-addiction-is-exhausting-for-the-family-how-i-identified-my-support-system/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/the-sobriety-recovery-relapse-cycle-of-addiction-is-exhausting-for-the-family-how-i-identified-my-support-system/#comments Wed, 26 Mar 2025 01:30:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/ce511044-cf40-35ac-ae62-99e0c9047896 Today hear the ONE thing I did that helped me to start leaning on those that God had placed in my life. To bear someone else’s burden is a powerful expression of love and compassion, reminding us that we are not meant to walk through life alone. I needed friends and family to support myself and my children and ultimately my husband through this mess. Don't miss this episode! We all need each other ♥ God has a design to bear one another's burdens that was exactly what I needed! 

I HATED being in a position of needing HELP. I would rather be the person bringing the meal, helping you with your childcare, or being a listening ear. The truth was though that I desparately needed a support system willing to lift up my family, to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our mess, and to remind me that I was not alone in the lonliness of the aftermath of daily alcoholism. Addiction can take everything from our spouse! It robs us wives of everything we had hoped and dreamed of too as we wind up tangled in a mess unable to figure out what to do fast enough. I felt like an unwilling participant in the cycle that I was wound up in. It can be SO confusing! I so often found myself needing practical help and I HATED having to ask for it! It is such a fine balance having to ask for help and feeling like I asked too much! 

Send Your Question to the Show: hello@wifeontherocks.com 

Coukd YOU benefit from having someone neutral to confide in and begin sorting out all of the endless thoughts overtaking your life? Not sure where to begin, but knowing that something has to give?

I will be offering limited spring one on one sessions for Wife On The Rocks listeners beginning mid-late April 2025. Email hello@wifeontherocks.com to be on the waiting list or to find out more information. 

]]> Today hear the ONE thing I did that helped me to start leaning on those that God had placed in my life. To bear someone else’s burden is a powerful expression of love and compassion, reminding us that we are not meant to walk through life alone. I needed friends and family to support myself and my children and ultimately my husband through this mess. Don't miss this episode! We all need each other ♥ God has a design to bear one another's burdens that was exactly what I needed! 

I HATED being in a position of needing HELP. I would rather be the person bringing the meal, helping you with your childcare, or being a listening ear. The truth was though that I desparately needed a support system willing to lift up my family, to be the hands and feet of Jesus in our mess, and to remind me that I was not alone in the lonliness of the aftermath of daily alcoholism. Addiction can take everything from our spouse! It robs us wives of everything we had hoped and dreamed of too as we wind up tangled in a mess unable to figure out what to do fast enough. I felt like an unwilling participant in the cycle that I was wound up in. It can be SO confusing! I so often found myself needing practical help and I HATED having to ask for it! It is such a fine balance having to ask for help and feeling like I asked too much! 

Send Your Question to the Show: hello@wifeontherocks.com 

Coukd YOU benefit from having someone neutral to confide in and begin sorting out all of the endless thoughts overtaking your life? Not sure where to begin, but knowing that something has to give?

I will be offering limited spring one on one sessions for Wife On The Rocks listeners beginning mid-late April 2025. Email hello@wifeontherocks.com to be on the waiting list or to find out more information. 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 903 full Ep 12 Boundaries 101: Married To An Alcoholic? 2 Foundational Boundaries To Set First! Ep 12 Boundaries 101: Married To An Alcoholic? 2 Foundational Boundaries To Set First! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-12-boundaries-101-married-to-an-alcoholic-2-foundational-boundaries-to-set-first/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-12-boundaries-101-married-to-an-alcoholic-2-foundational-boundaries-to-set-first/#comments Tue, 18 Mar 2025 01:59:00 -0300 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/7710a550-b86d-390a-8b3c-3dbf656f4122 Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

When the confusion and gaslighting are a normal way of life in your alchoholic marriage, and life is flying at you so fast, it is so hard to even recognize where to begin setting BOUNDARIES. Today I share my top foundational boundaries to begin with. Setting boundaries is never an easy task when addiction is present. Listen in to find out why I believe this is the place to start to protect your peace (as much as possible) in the future! 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want to learn more about connecting 1 on 1 for support? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

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When the confusion and gaslighting are a normal way of life in your alchoholic marriage, and life is flying at you so fast, it is so hard to even recognize where to begin setting BOUNDARIES. Today I share my top foundational boundaries to begin with. Setting boundaries is never an easy task when addiction is present. Listen in to find out why I believe this is the place to start to protect your peace (as much as possible) in the future! 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want to learn more about connecting 1 on 1 for support? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1136 full Ep 11 Identify Gaslighting Cycles: Is Your Husband Lying About His Drinking? Ep 11 Identify Gaslighting Cycles: Is Your Husband Lying About His Drinking? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/identify-gaslighting-cycles-is-your-husband-lying-about-his-drinking/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/identify-gaslighting-cycles-is-your-husband-lying-about-his-drinking/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e5866429-a745-35eb-8dee-53c4cbb77e00 Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Lying about drinking is SO COMMON in alcoholic marriages! Christians are not immune to the lying and gaslighting! Have you experienced this? I never want to accuse someone of doing something, but if the proof is there it is SO CONFUSING for us as wives! 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want 1 on 1 support with your new bff and host of this show? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

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Lying about drinking is SO COMMON in alcoholic marriages! Christians are not immune to the lying and gaslighting! Have you experienced this? I never want to accuse someone of doing something, but if the proof is there it is SO CONFUSING for us as wives! 

Send me your QUESTIONS! hello@wifeontherocks.com

Want 1 on 1 support with your new bff and host of this show? Details coming soon for Spring 2025 open sessions. Waiting list sign up available through email hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1078 full Ep 10 Should I Stay in My Alcoholic Marriage? Should I Leave My Alcoholic Marriage? I Thought About This ALL The Time! Ep 10 Should I Stay in My Alcoholic Marriage? Should I Leave My Alcoholic Marriage? I Thought About This ALL The Time! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/should-i-stay-in-my-alcoholic-marriage-should-i-leave-my-alcoholic-marriage-i-thought-about-this-all-the-time/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/should-i-stay-in-my-alcoholic-marriage-should-i-leave-my-alcoholic-marriage-i-thought-about-this-all-the-time/#comments Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/d768d3e8-6289-3269-b718-7a365b67d82e Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

It is the ultimate question! Join me as I pour out my heart on this topic that often took me captive and ran through my head on repeat! I didn't want to have to make an impossible choice! Do you find yourself thinking about these two options and trying to decide what to do? This is VERY common!!

If I stay how do I shelter them from the impact of what they see in our home?

If I leave how do I keep them safe when I wouldn't be with them and I don't want to split time with them!

Talk about an IMPOSSIBLE choice we often face!!

 

QUESTIONS? Submit your question to the email above and listen for a response on the show.

Coming Spring 2025 1 on 1 Sessions! Interested? Details coming soon. Waiting list available. Email hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

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It is the ultimate question! Join me as I pour out my heart on this topic that often took me captive and ran through my head on repeat! I didn't want to have to make an impossible choice! Do you find yourself thinking about these two options and trying to decide what to do? This is VERY common!!

If I stay how do I shelter them from the impact of what they see in our home?

If I leave how do I keep them safe when I wouldn't be with them and I don't want to split time with them!

Talk about an IMPOSSIBLE choice we often face!!

 

QUESTIONS? Submit your question to the email above and listen for a response on the show.

Coming Spring 2025 1 on 1 Sessions! Interested? Details coming soon. Waiting list available. Email hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1380 full Ep 09 Do You Feel Like His Mother? Alcoholism in Marriage Creates Unhealthy Dynamics Ep 09 Do You Feel Like His Mother? Alcoholism in Marriage Creates Unhealthy Dynamics https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/do-you-feel-like-his-mother-biblical-discussion-on-why-this-may-be-happening-in-your-addicted-marriage/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/do-you-feel-like-his-mother-biblical-discussion-on-why-this-may-be-happening-in-your-addicted-marriage/#comments Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:55:54 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/41b4cbd3-87ee-329a-894c-2d0dde5a1f5d “ I feel like his mother!”

Did you get married expecting a spouse and a life partner? Do you need someone to lean on and instead end up picking up all of the slack PLUS handling his stuff too? Are you struggling with conflicting thoughts on how to navigate these feelings? We will dive into the reasons that I believe contribute to this dynamic especially for Christian wives!

As alcohol takes over, the level of dependency increases and this becomes a common experience. Join me today for a discussion on the first of many discussions on this important topic. Hey beauty! I see you and I hope you will join me today!!

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send a QUESTION to the show! I would love to hear from you and answer your unique question on the show! 

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

]]> “ I feel like his mother!”

Did you get married expecting a spouse and a life partner? Do you need someone to lean on and instead end up picking up all of the slack PLUS handling his stuff too? Are you struggling with conflicting thoughts on how to navigate these feelings? We will dive into the reasons that I believe contribute to this dynamic especially for Christian wives!

As alcohol takes over, the level of dependency increases and this becomes a common experience. Join me today for a discussion on the first of many discussions on this important topic. Hey beauty! I see you and I hope you will join me today!!

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send a QUESTION to the show! I would love to hear from you and answer your unique question on the show! 

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1145 full Ep 8 Needing Consistent Support? Feeling Defeated? 3 Supportive Resources NEAR YOU for Wives of Alcoholics! Ep 8 Needing Consistent Support? Feeling Defeated? 3 Supportive Resources NEAR YOU for Wives of Alcoholics! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-8-needing-consistent-support-feeling-defeated-3-resources-for-support-and-community-for-christian-wives/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-8-needing-consistent-support-feeling-defeated-3-resources-for-support-and-community-for-christian-wives/#comments Tue, 14 Jan 2025 05:05:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/cdfa81da-05d4-3dfb-825d-2b4b62b6ab25 Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

QUESTIONS? Submit your question to the email above and listen for a response on the show.

Do you attend meetings already? If not, why? What options are even out there? What are the barriers you face? There are so many resources for us wives and I want to share a few with you today! Do not walk this journey alone! Alcoholism in the home is defeating and exhausting. I have found so much hope and strength in relating with others whose families also are walking out an addiction and/or recovery path! 

Celebrate Recovery: Online and In-person

https://celebraterecovery.com/find-help-2/ 

Alanon:

In person https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting/

Online Alanon Meetings: (No Zoom or anything required)

https://meetings.al-anon.org/electronic-meeting-page/ 

 

Want to work with me? Book a session. https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  or email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

QUESTIONS? Submit your question to the email above and listen for a response on the show.

Do you attend meetings already? If not, why? What options are even out there? What are the barriers you face? There are so many resources for us wives and I want to share a few with you today! Do not walk this journey alone! Alcoholism in the home is defeating and exhausting. I have found so much hope and strength in relating with others whose families also are walking out an addiction and/or recovery path! 

Celebrate Recovery: Online and In-person

https://celebraterecovery.com/find-help-2/ 

Alanon:

In person https://al-anon.org/al-anon-meetings/find-an-al-anon-meeting/

Online Alanon Meetings: (No Zoom or anything required)

https://meetings.al-anon.org/electronic-meeting-page/ 

 

Want to work with me? Book a session. https://calendly.com/wifeontherocks/1hrcoachingsession  or email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1038 full Ep 07 Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery This Year? Tips To Support the Pre-Recovery Stage! Ep 07 Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery This Year? Tips To Support the Pre-Recovery Stage! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-07-part-6-holiday-survival-guide-series-what-is-one-thing-you-can-do-to-support-recovery-in-the-new-year/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-07-part-6-holiday-survival-guide-series-what-is-one-thing-you-can-do-to-support-recovery-in-the-new-year/#comments Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/ebebab88-8b2c-3ad5-ae7f-f4980260da2e How to support ideas of Recovery in the New Year! Did your husband mention a New Years Resolution to cut back drinking? Are you praying he will walk into REVOVERY this Year? Do you wish he would make some kind of a commitment for change? Anything would give you hope at this point!! Tune in to hear how you can support recovery and future conversations. It isn't easy to offer support to him when things are already so painful, but this conversation will hopefully give you some perspective on things that you can do right NOW.

This episode was approved by my husband as a very helpful perspective on what helped him and addresses a few of the things that were not helpful. 

It’s Not About The Nail Video On YouTube:

https://youtu.be/-4EDhdAHrOg?si=1XbELB_GHLm36ow5 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com and send your questions to the show!

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?        https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> How to support ideas of Recovery in the New Year! Did your husband mention a New Years Resolution to cut back drinking? Are you praying he will walk into REVOVERY this Year? Do you wish he would make some kind of a commitment for change? Anything would give you hope at this point!! Tune in to hear how you can support recovery and future conversations. It isn't easy to offer support to him when things are already so painful, but this conversation will hopefully give you some perspective on things that you can do right NOW.

This episode was approved by my husband as a very helpful perspective on what helped him and addresses a few of the things that were not helpful. 

It’s Not About The Nail Video On YouTube:

https://youtu.be/-4EDhdAHrOg?si=1XbELB_GHLm36ow5 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com and send your questions to the show!

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?        https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1028 full Ep 06 Are You Exhausted in the Chaos of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. Ep 06 Are You Exhausted in the Chaos of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-06-part-5-holiday-survival-guide-series-exhausted-and-burnt-out-3-tips-for-biblical-rest-and-renewal-in-alcoholic-marriages/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-06-part-5-holiday-survival-guide-series-exhausted-and-burnt-out-3-tips-for-biblical-rest-and-renewal-in-alcoholic-marriages/#comments Mon, 30 Dec 2024 15:56:48 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/a258fd85-da56-3e15-a871-d4fb7ed5df25 Are you exhausted? The fallout can be immense after holidays or special occasions.  I believe we experience this at a higher and deeper level in marriages struggling with addiction and its impact on our families! Join me for some tips to get the rest and renewal you need in impossible situations. What can Biblical rest and renewal look like in a family wrestling through alcoholism? God has not hidden the answers from us! Let’s dive in!

 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Questions? Send your question to the show!!

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: 6 Episodes 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?       https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Are you exhausted? The fallout can be immense after holidays or special occasions.  I believe we experience this at a higher and deeper level in marriages struggling with addiction and its impact on our families! Join me for some tips to get the rest and renewal you need in impossible situations. What can Biblical rest and renewal look like in a family wrestling through alcoholism? God has not hidden the answers from us! Let’s dive in!

 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Questions? Send your question to the show!!

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: 6 Episodes 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?       https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1244 full Ep 05 Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Encouragement For Christian Wives of Alcoholics Hoping for Recovery Ep 05 Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Encouragement For Christian Wives of Alcoholics Hoping for Recovery https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-05-holiday-survival-guide-series-lonely-hopeless-stressed-a-christmas-gift-just-for-christian-wives/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-05-holiday-survival-guide-series-lonely-hopeless-stressed-a-christmas-gift-just-for-christian-wives/#comments Mon, 23 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/3ba87fcd-db0b-3791-bbb8-8461b032e34b What do we do with all of these emotions that hit us and create a storm of heaviness? The Bible gives us some direction on this topic and as a gift from me to you, tune in to hear my heart for you my sweet friend. The creator of the universe LOVES you!

 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send your questions to the show!

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: 6 Episodes 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?        https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> What do we do with all of these emotions that hit us and create a storm of heaviness? The Bible gives us some direction on this topic and as a gift from me to you, tune in to hear my heart for you my sweet friend. The creator of the universe LOVES you!

 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send your questions to the show!

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: 6 Episodes 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?        https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 692 full Ep 04 Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home and Children. Ep 04 Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home and Children. https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-04-part-3-holiday-survival-guide-series-safety-101-do-you-love-an-alcoholic-4-steps-to-guard-your-heart-and-home-this-christmas/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-04-part-3-holiday-survival-guide-series-safety-101-do-you-love-an-alcoholic-4-steps-to-guard-your-heart-and-home-this-christmas/#comments Tue, 17 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/9718bba1-cc41-37fe-98c4-c18a0174e443 What will you do if your husband drives intoxicated? How can you protect your kids from the impacts of alcoholism if things get out of hand? Do you have a plan of how to walk through this valley and make it through these next few weeks? 

 Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

I would LOVE to hear from you. Send a question to the show and you may just get a response on an upcoming episode!

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?       https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> What will you do if your husband drives intoxicated? How can you protect your kids from the impacts of alcoholism if things get out of hand? Do you have a plan of how to walk through this valley and make it through these next few weeks? 

 Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

I would LOVE to hear from you. Send a question to the show and you may just get a response on an upcoming episode!

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?       https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 1525 full Ep 03 Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready? Ep 03 Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready? https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/part-2-holiday-survival-guide-series-surviving-the-holiday-drinking-culture-are-your-boundaries-ready/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/part-2-holiday-survival-guide-series-surviving-the-holiday-drinking-culture-are-your-boundaries-ready/#comments Wed, 04 Dec 2024 02:32:44 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/5af05f80-8d2e-3320-b559-049f57b71b4a Holidays and alcohol tend to go hand in hand in our culture. How can we regain some control of this painful reality to manage alcohol's presence at our family gatherings this year?

-Attend events as normal or decline invitations?? How to make a plan!

-Boundary setting

Reclaim this season for you and your children. <3

Connect with me hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.             https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Holidays and alcohol tend to go hand in hand in our culture. How can we regain some control of this painful reality to manage alcohol's presence at our family gatherings this year?

-Attend events as normal or decline invitations?? How to make a plan!

-Boundary setting

Reclaim this season for you and your children. <3

Connect with me hello@wifeontherocks.com

 

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives (6 Episodes)

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready?         https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage.             https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2317 full Ep 02 Parenting With an Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy with Kids. Ep 02 Parenting With an Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy with Kids. https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-2-part-1-holiday-survival-guide-tips-to-navigate-parenting-with-an-alcoholic-husband-this-season/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-2-part-1-holiday-survival-guide-tips-to-navigate-parenting-with-an-alcoholic-husband-this-season/#comments Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:21:18 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/7e4f80a5-0f5d-3dd7-a019-9855b3319537 Trying to parent with someone in Active Alcoholism is nearly impossible! Ask me! I did it for years and even the best mama can get so overwhelmed by….. Gaslighting. Minimization. Confusion. Frustration. Anger.

In the depths of your husband’s addiction have you ever felt paralyzed trying to plan and schedule life with kids  because your husband refuses to commit or follow through?

In this episode, we’ll explore the heartbreak of unilateral parenting with an alcoholic husband.

Single-Married Parent: Can you relate to the description below?

A devoted wife and mother striving to balance her children’s needs with her heartfelt desire to co-parent alongside her husband. However, his ongoing battle with alcoholism continually places her in the painful position of shouldering the weight of parenting decisions alone—ultimately ensuring the stability, safety, and well-being her children deserve.

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Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052  EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728  ———

Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

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Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

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Want to go deeper? If this episode spoke to you and you're ready to start untangling the chaos with someone who gets it, I’d love to walk with you. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session—personalized support, rooted in faith, just for you.

And don’t forget—I'm always accepting questions at hello@wifeontherocks.com. I’ll be weaving your questions into future episodes, so feel free to reach out anytime.

—————————

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: (6 Episodes) 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Trying to parent with someone in Active Alcoholism is nearly impossible! Ask me! I did it for years and even the best mama can get so overwhelmed by….. Gaslighting. Minimization. Confusion. Frustration. Anger.

In the depths of your husband’s addiction have you ever felt paralyzed trying to plan and schedule life with kids  because your husband refuses to commit or follow through?

In this episode, we’ll explore the heartbreak of unilateral parenting with an alcoholic husband.

Single-Married Parent: Can you relate to the description below?

A devoted wife and mother striving to balance her children’s needs with her heartfelt desire to co-parent alongside her husband. However, his ongoing battle with alcoholism continually places her in the painful position of shouldering the weight of parenting decisions alone—ultimately ensuring the stability, safety, and well-being her children deserve.

—————————

Check Out The Children/Parenting Series:

EP 15 Childhood Trauma And The Impact of Alcoholism On Our Kids! ACA ACOA CPTSD

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000702802054

EP 16 Parenting Through The Dysfunction Of Alcoholism. How Do I Lead My Kiddos? ACOA Al Ateen Al Anon 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000703692052 

EP 17 Recovery Of Your Family Begins With You! Combatting Childhood Trauma From The Trenches. ACA Al Ateen

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000704550728 
———

Related Parenting Episodes:

EP 02 Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips For Peace and Joy With Kids. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-gaslighting-addiction/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

——————————-

Links for more information:

ACOA and ACA https://adultchildren.org/ 

Al Anon https://al-anon.org/ 

Al Ateen https://al-anon.org/newcomers/teen-corner-alateen/

 

—————————

Want to go deeper? If this episode spoke to you and you're ready to start untangling the chaos with someone who gets it, I’d love to walk with you. Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com to get on the waiting list for a one-on-one session—personalized support, rooted in faith, just for you.

And don’t forget—I'm always accepting questions at hello@wifeontherocks.com. I’ll be weaving your questions into future episodes, so feel free to reach out anytime.

—————————

Holiday Survival Guide for Wives: (6 Episodes) 

PART 1 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Parenting With An Alcoholic Husband? Tips for Peace & Joy With Kids. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000678239979 

PART 2 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Navigating Drinking Culture? Hint- Alcohol is Normalized EVERYWHERE!! Are Your BOUNDARIES Ready? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000679170765 

PART 3 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Do You LOVE an Alcoholic? Safety Steps to Guard Your Heart, Home, and Children. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000680685353 

PART 4 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES //  Lonely? Hopeless? Stressed? Biblical Encouragement For The Christian Wife <3 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000681397377 

PART 5 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Are You Exhausted in the Chaos Of Addiction? 3 Tips for Biblical Rest and Renewal God’s Way. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682166326 

 

PART 6 HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE SERIES // Praying Your Husband Will Choose Recovery ASAP? Husband Approved Tips To Support The Pre-Recovery Stage. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wife-on-the-rocks-i-alcoholic-husband-christian/id1780450985?i=1000682992653 

]]> Christian Alcoholism Relationship Coach, Crisis Parenting Coach false No 2358 full Ep 01 You’re Not Crazy: Gaslighting in Your Alcoholic Marriage? You are NOT Alone! Ep 01 You’re Not Crazy: Gaslighting in Your Alcoholic Marriage? You are NOT Alone! https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-1-you-re-not-crazy-finding-god-amidst-gaslighting-in-your-alcoholic-marriage/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/ep-1-you-re-not-crazy-finding-god-amidst-gaslighting-in-your-alcoholic-marriage/#comments Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/741ef6a6-e487-36f6-93e9-afb8a897ad07 Welcome to Wife on the Rocks!

Have you ever felt crazy in your alcoholic marriage? Does it feel like you are the keeper of secrets and no one else knows what is happening behind closed doors? You are not alone.

God sees everything. 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send your questions to the show!

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

]]> Welcome to Wife on the Rocks!

Have you ever felt crazy in your alcoholic marriage? Does it feel like you are the keeper of secrets and no one else knows what is happening behind closed doors? You are not alone.

God sees everything. 

Connect with me at hello@wifeontherocks.com

Send your questions to the show!

Curious about working with me? I offer 1 on 1 sessions where we can meet privately!! Just us! You will have a best friend in your pocket plus the support you are looking for! Let’s chat! Email me at hello@wifeontherocks.com if this is a lifeline you are looking for:)

]]> Bethany Dettmer - Relationship Coach for Christian Women, Alcoholism Impact Coach for Christian Wives false No 935 full Wife on the Rocks Trailer Wife on the Rocks Trailer https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/wife-on-the-rocks-trailer/ https://wifeontherocks.podbean.com/e/wife-on-the-rocks-trailer/#comments Mon, 18 Nov 2024 22:21:35 -0400 wifeontherocks.podbean.com/aff54e87-8467-3765-bdbc-7e5a308376fa Are you a Christian wife in an Alcoholic Marriage? 

Do things seem really complicated in your relationship?

Do you struggle to put words to how you are feeling and what is happening in your home?

You are NOT alone <3

Welcome to Wife on the Rocks Podcast. 

]]> Are you a Christian wife in an Alcoholic Marriage? 

Do things seem really complicated in your relationship?

Do you struggle to put words to how you are feeling and what is happening in your home?

You are NOT alone <3

Welcome to Wife on the Rocks Podcast. 

]]> Bethany Dettmer - Relationship Coach for Christian Women, Alcoholism Impact Coach for Christian Wives false No 204 trailer