My Heroes – Madison’s Testimony

From feeling all alone without direction to healing through partners in personal growth and courage.

My greatest struggles have been depression, not trusting God, and fear. Reading Healing for Damaged Emotions by David Seamands and Beth Funk and participating in the support group discussions have been a great aide for me during a time in my walk with God that has been the hardest yet. I have specifically worked on understanding and battling my greatest struggles.

The book has given me insight to many of the issues I am dealing with from a psychological and Christian perspective, which is what I’ve been longing for. The group provides a safe place for me to spill my thoughts-with no judgment and plenty of people who surprisingly can relate to some of my thoughts, experiences, and feelings.

I’m still working through understanding my “family-of-origin issues.” I understand that my mom and grandmother were both overly cautious and very controlling. I understand that my father was distant and could have even been considered “absent” though we resided in the same home. Once my father left, it seemed that things fell apart with my mom. She seemed to be acutely depressed, as evidenced by the lack of keeping up the house and a disturbing increase of hoarding. This was also a turning point for me. I remember feeling more and more anxious and experiencing my first major depression. On top of my parents’ separation, there were additional major transitions taking place at the same time. I was overloaded and found security and safety in being alone or just with my mom. I hated going out to any events, felt extremely fragile and scared, felt that no one understood me and that there was no one to protect me, and felt safer with adults. Unfortunately, I didn’t understand grief and always felt that I was oversensitive. This made me turn inward all the more.

I had wanted to go to therapy for a while, but being part of the group helped me to really take that leap and seek further help. I was able to overcome my fears and benefit from a professional. The support I receive from our discussion group reminds me that I am not alone. It is especially comforting to feel that I can talk without feeling that everyone else is trying to “fix” me. Seamands’ book covers so many important topics that people struggle with and that I personally struggle with, and provides helpful illustrations and examples of each topic. The questions in the book gave me direction. I would recommend it (and already have) and participation in a group discussion to anyone.

Names of discussion group participants have changed for privacy.

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    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
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      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

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    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
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      New book coming out! – https://www.facebook.com/Spiritual-Transformation-Emotional-Intelligence-and-Freedom-107811408026194

      2 Pre-Order Bonuses – order now!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
      I am just seeing these messages. So sorry!!!

      New book coming out! – https://www.facebook.com/Spiritual-Transformation-Emotional-Intelligence-and-Freedom-107811408026194

      2 Pre-Order Bonuses – order now!
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      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

    1. Thanks so much for your comment on My Heroe’s – Madison’s Testimony on my website…. http://www.cresendajones.com/spiritual-maturity-book!!!!!
      I am just seeing these messages. So sorry!!!

      New book coming out! – https://www.facebook.com/Spiritual-Transformation-Emotional-Intelligence-and-Freedom-107811408026194

      2 Pre-Order Bonuses – order now!
      https://www.ipibooks.com/collections/new-releases/products/spiritual-transformation

      1. Discussion Questions for Each Chapter
      This resource can be used for personal study but will be most helpful if used with a group using 12-step principles for discussions. 

      2. Booklet Listing All Scripture Passages
      There are a plethora of scriptures in Spiritual Transformation. This bonus will eliminate the need to look them up as you read. 

      In addition Derek Canton, Beverly Ozanne and I will co-host a virtual Spiritual Transformation book discussion group beginning on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 10 AM EST.
      Sign up for the coed discussion group here:  https://forms.gle/cLhUgvFQLv6gvFxa8 

      Bonuses will be delivered via email on May 21st. 

      Book topics include:
      1.     Take the Emotional Intelligence 2.0 appraisal – assessment is imperative!
      2.     Life without EQ
      3.     What is EQ?
      4.     Master Your Mind
      5.     The Cost of Repressing Emotions
      6.     God, Emotions and Emotional Intelligence
      7.     The Bible on the Four Core EQ skills
      8.     Build Your EQ skills – The Bible on Emotional Intelligence 2.0’s 66 Strategies
      9.     Time Line Therapy® – Transforming our Neurology
      10.  Three Requisites for Mind Changes and Soul Transformations
      11.  Is There Anything Helpful Outside of God’s Word?
      12.  Testimonies

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