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09. Sobriety - It's About Thinking, NOT Drinking! Do You Have a Sober Mind?

Today we’re digging into what it means to have sobriety, which in its purest definition means a sound and well-balanced  mind.  You see, sobriety actually comes from the Greek word “sophron,” which refers to an unhurried and calm mind; a mind that has self-control.  That’s why sobriety is all about thinking and not drinking!  
 
We’re also taking a closer look at the name of this podcast – Day One of Sobriety.  If you’ve received salvation, you received the capacity for a sound mind on day 1 of salvation.  So why, then, do you struggle with a messy mind?  I’ve got the answer to that and more in today’s episode.
 
So if you’re ready to discover the power of your thoughts, and learn why taming them is the first step in gaining control and balance in your life, grab a notebook and pen, and let’s dive in.
Salvation Prayer & Information:
 
To accept Jesus as your savior, you pray a prayer out loud and believe with faith that you receive the gift of salvation. A salvation prayer includes the five steps below: 
Acknowledge your sinfulness: Recognize that you have sinned and fallen short of God's standards. This can be expressed through the words "I know that I am a sinner". 
Believe in Jesus' sacrifice: Express your belief that Jesus died on the cross to pay the penalty for your sins and that He rose from the dead. 
Ask for forgiveness: Humbly ask God to forgive you of your sins. 
Invite Jesus into your heart: Ask Jesus to come into your life, to be your Lord and Savior. 
Make Jesus the Lord of your life: Commit to following Him and living according to His teachings. 
Use your own words or read this prayer out loud:
"Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe You died for my sins and rose from the dead. I turn from my sins and invite You to come into my heart and life. I want to trust and follow You as my Lord and Savior". 
 
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🔗 Resource:  Getting the Know the Holy Spirit
🎙️ Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
🔗 Read the Day One of Sobriety Blog
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
 
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

08. If I'm Saved, Why Am I Stuck? 3 Mindsets You Need to Thrive & Overcome (Part 3)

Do you sometimes feel stuck as a Christian?  Is the “Sweet Life” with Jesus more sour than you’d like to admit? Do you look at believers with “unshakable faith” from a vantage point of shaking in your boots, wondering what they have that you don’t?  
 
I walked in those shaky boots for two decades before I discovered a consistent, unchanging, and unshakable God.  He’s the same yesterday, today, and forever.  I went from being ruled by my emotions to living a life fueled by faith.   
 
In this 3-part series, I’ve shared 3 powerful mind renewal mindsets that will break you out of the rut and propel you forward in your Christian walk.  Today we’re digging into the last mindset - Faith is Not a Feeling - It’s a Choice.  Let this mindset help you to come unglued – the God way!
 
If I’m Saved, Why Am I Stuck? 3 Mindsets You Need to Thrive & Overcome! Series
🎧(Episode 6) Part 1: Mindset #1: Embrace Change & Commit to the Process
🎧(Episode 7) Part 2: Mindset #2: Nurture & Grow Your Relationship with God
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗Read the Day One of Sobriety Blog
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
 
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

07. If I'm Saved, Why Am I Stuck? 3 Mindsets You Need to Thrive & Overcome (Part 2)

Sometimes we can feel stuck in our Christian walk.  We look around and get caught in comparison traps, thinking everyone has it together, but us.  We know we should be spending quality time with God, but our busy schedules are so chock full of commitments, we just don’t know how to fit God in!  We stop growing, feel disconnected from our faith, and the stressors of life start to overwhelm us.   
 
You’re not alone!  When I committed my life to Christ 16 years ago I was under a mountain of mess.   I had been trapped by toxic thinking and destructive habits for many years.  I got stuck – A LOT – but I broke free!  For me that freedom meant saying good-bye to depression & anxiety medications for good!  Today we’re uncovering a Relationship Mindset and the Three C’s that will keep you deeply rooted and connected to God.
 
🎧EP 2: Is Your Mind a Mental Mess? The Four Warning Signals You Need to Know
🎧EP 3: You Were Created for Mind Renewal - Discover the Truth About Your Amazing Brain!
🎧EP 4: How Do I Begin to Change? The Triple AAA Plan!
🎬 Frank Turek on Church Hurt & Christians Are Hypocrites
🎯 Fruit of the Spirit Assessment
🔎 Suggested Bible Study Resources & Tools
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗Read the Day One of Sobriety Blog
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.
 

06. If I'm Saved, Why Am I Stuck? 3 Mindsets You Need to Thrive & Overcome! (Part 1)

Do you sometimes feel stuck as a Christian?  Is the “Sweet Life” with Jesus more sour than you’d like to admit?  Are you “talking the talk” on Sundays, but not able to “walk the walk” Monday through Saturday - desperately hoping no one finds out?  You’re not alone.  
 
I committed my life to Christ 16 years ago.  Salvation was instantaneous, but becoming Cristlike has been a journey.  I had a LOT of mess to clean up!  It’s been a wild ride with God, and I’ve made so many mistakes along the way.
 
By renewing my mind, I’ve been set free from destructive choices and habits.  #GOD’SGRACE&MERCY  The journey is far from over and like you, I get stuck every now and then.  I’ve developed 3 powerful mind renewal mindsets that will break you out of the rut and propel you forward.  Join me today and come unglued – the God way!
 
🎧EP 2: Is Your Mind a Mental Mess? The Four Warning Signals You Need to Know
🎧EP 3: You Were Created for Mind Renewal - Discover the Truth About Your Amazing Brain!
🎧EP 4: How Do I Begin to Change? The Triple AAA Plan!
 
🎬 1978 Flight of Double Eagle II - 1st Trans-Atlantic Balloon Crossing
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗 Read the Blog:  Part 1: If I'm Saved, Why Am I Stuck? 3 Mindsets You Need to Thrive & Overcome
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
 
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.
 

05. The 3:1 Ratio Tool - Your Best Strategy for Calming Fear & Doubt

In today’s episode we’re learning how the 3:1 Ratio Tool can be used to calm our chaos and diffuse moments of anxiety and fear.  These emotional and behavioral responses are triggered by a thought.  The 3:1 Ratio targets the intrusive thought that is trying to throw you into a tailspin, cancels it, and has the power to restore you to a state of peace. As you use this tool over time, you overwrite fearful thoughts with love and truth; dismantling negative feedback loops.
 
📖Book:  Dressed to Kill: A Biblical Approach to Spiritual Warfare and Armor, by Rick Renner
📖Book:  Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, by Dr. Caroline Leaf
📖Book:  Positivity: Top-Notch Research Reveals the 2 to 1 Ratio That Will Change You Life, by Barbara Fredrickson
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗Read the Blog:  The 3:1 Ratio Tool - Your Best Strategy for Calming Fear & Doubt
 
Contact  ➡️   brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast  ➡️    https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect  ➡️    Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram  ➡️   @day1ofsobriety
Facebook  ➡️   @day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

04. How Do I Begin to Change? The Triple AAA Plan!

In today’s episode I’ll break down the Triple AAA Plan, a 3-step framework for change. Awareness of a situation or problem in the first step, followed by action to address it.  Finally, accountability ensures that progress is made. I’ll share practical examples to show how and why this framework is effective, and coach you on how to partner with the Holy Spirit every step of the way.
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗Read the Blog:  How Do I Begin to Change? The Triple AAA Plan!
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

03. You Were Created for Mind Renewal - Discover the Truth About Your Amazing Brain!

In today’s episode we’re going to uncover how God designed you for mind renewal and gave you very specific brain structures to aid in the process.  He knew we’d need to renew our thoughts in order to break free from painful experiences all humans encounter.  God loves us so much that He’s given you everything you need to be an overcomer.  Join me today as we discover these powerful truths and how you can begin to tap into them for your own healing.
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
✝️ Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
🎙️Hear about the miracle that started it all – EP 1: The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety
 
🔗Read the Blog:  You Were Created for Mind Renewal - Discover the Truth About Your Amazing Brain!
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
 
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

02. Is Your Mind a Mental Mess? The Four Warning Signals You Need to Know

Today we’re going to uncover the four warning signals that help you take a closer look at your mental health.  Have you ever thought about how you “show up” in life? Are you calm, cool, and collected, or are you prone to blow your top, worry, or feel anxious?  The answers lie within your thoughts, and these warning signals reveal them.  It’s not a mystery, it’s brain science and biblical truth! Listen in and learn what your warning signals are trying to tell you!
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
🔗 Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
“Healing Addiction” interview with Dr. Caroline Leaf on her award winning podcast Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess ➡️ Listen here.
 
🔗Read the Blog:  Is Your Mind a Mental Mess? The Four Warning Signals You Need to Know
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
Next Steps:
 
Step 1:  Join others who are breaking free from their painful pasts at our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
Step 2:  Do you have an overcomer story you’d like to share?  Email me at brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
 
Step 3:  Get more personalized support with 1:1 mind renewal coaching www.day1ofsobriety.org/coaching
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

01. The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety

Does a good miracle story encourage you and build your faith? In today’s episode I share with you a powerful miracle testimony that led to the creation of the Day One of Sobriety ministry and this podcast. What you hear will truly amaze you, build your faith, and have you holding your breath wondering what miracle God will do for you!  I’ll reveal three truths that will change how you see God and how you view your own future.
At age 42 my life imploded, and everything I’d worked so hard to build came tumbling down.  I share the events that led to this, and how an amazing God brought me and my family through the most turbulent of times.  What the devil meant for evil, God used for good.
 
Ready to break free from your destructive choices?
 
Join Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple - our Facebook community of listeners where knowledge moves to application and transformation.  You can join a fun challenge, share your own stories, and hear the successes of others.
 
🔗 Join now:  Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
 
“Healing Addiction” interview with Dr. Caroline Leaf on her award winning podcast Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess ➡️ Listen here.
 
Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple Facebook Community ➡️ Join here!
 
Read the Blog:  The Story Behind Day One of Sobriety - Birthed out of Miracles!
 
Contact ➡️brenda@day1ofsobriety.org
Podcast ➡️ https://www.day1ofsobriety.org/podcast
Connect ➡️ Join our free Facebook group Mind Renewal Solutions Made Simple
Instagram ➡️@day1ofsobriety
Facebook ➡️@day1ofsobriety
 
DISCLAIMER: The Day One of Sobriety podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult your physician or doctor for all medical advice and counsel.

Welcome to Day One of Sobriety

Does the stress of everyday life cause you to isolate or even distract rather than deal?  Does shame, low self-esteem, or wrong mindsets have you stuck?  If so, you’re in the right place.
I’m Brenda -  Your overcomer coach! I broke free from anxiety, depression, and destructive choices when I learned how to transform my thinking with scientific and biblical mind renewal solutions. 
If you’re ready to say good-bye to fear and anxiety and hello to peace and daily satisfaction - buckle in - because your healing journey starts now.