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EPISODE · Sep 13, 2025 · 8 MIN

206 – The Worst Advice for Adoptive Parents? And Why It Turned Out to Be the Best

from ADOPTION STRUGGLES AND SUPPORT | Adoption Trauma, Safety, Peace of Mind, Biblical Encouragement, Respite, Journaling · host Tim Maudlin, Adoptive Parent, Adoption Life Coach

It was the worst advice I ever received as an adoptive parent and, strangely enough, it turned out to be the best advice too. Hi Neighbor, If you’ve ever felt crushed by unsolicited advice 😣 or wondered if you’re failing your kids 💔, you’re not alone. Some words sting and stay with you—but sometimes, with time and perspective, they can also become lifelines. In this episode, I share the story of how a piece of “terrible” advice was both the worst and best advice I ever received. On its own, it wasn’t enough. But paired with a fresh perspective and the right support, it became a foundation for hope and healing. Curious what it was? Tune in for an honest look at the adoption journey and the surprising wisdom hidden in hurtful words. Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim💙 P.S. If you’ve ever felt lost trying to connect Scripture with the realities of adoption trauma, I’d love to walk alongside you. I’m opening a few free spots for one-on-one conversations where we can talk through practical tools and Biblical encouragement for your journey. 👉 Send me an email at [email protected] to grab your spot—I’d be honored to walk with you. 💙

It was the worst advice I ever received as an adoptive parent and, strangely enough, it turned out to be the best advice too. Hi Neighbor, If you’ve ever felt crushed by unsolicited advice 😣 or wondered if you’re failing your kids 💔, you’re not alone. Some words sting and stay with you—but sometimes, with time and perspective, they can also become lifelines. In this episode, I share the story of how a piece of “terrible” advice was both the worst and best advice I ever received. On its own, it wasn’t enough. But paired with a fresh perspective and the right support, it became a foundation for hope and healing. Curious what it was? Tune in for an honest look at the adoption journey and the surprising wisdom hidden in hurtful words. Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor,Tim💙 P.S. If you’ve ever felt lost trying to connect Scripture with the realities of adoption trauma, I’d love to walk alongside you. I’m opening a few free spots for one-on-one conversations where we can talk through practical tools and Biblical encouragement for your journey. 👉 Send me an email at [email protected] to grab your spot—I’d be honored to walk with you. 💙

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