Ep 32 - Join host Rose Ann Forte as she dives deep into the inspiring journey of Coach Anthony Covington. From his early struggles with substance abuse to becoming a certified Choose Freedom Coach and mental health expert, Anthony shares his story of recovery and spiritual awakening. Discover the importance of intentionality, mindfulness, and an unwavering relationship with God in preventing relapse. Learn practical strategies grounded in the 12-step community, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and biblical wisdom. Find out more about Anthony's coaching programs and his mission to help others achieve lasting sobriety and purpose.

**In this episode:**

- Anthony’s early experiences with substance use and the pivotal moment that led him to recovery

- The role of spirituality and intentionality in maintaining freedom from addiction

- The importance of mindfulness and capturing thoughts in the fight against relapse

- How Anthony’s journey inspired his family and led to transformative changes

- Insights into the Choose Freedom coaching program and relapse prevention techniques

🔗 **Visit Anthony Covington’s website for coaching and resources:** [Imagodeicoaching.net](http://Imagodeicoaching.net)

📲 **Follow us for more inspiring stories and practical advice on recovery and spiritual growth!**

#RelapsePrevention #MentalHealth #SubstanceAbuseRecovery #SpiritualGrowth #Mindfulness #12StepCommunity #SayGoodbyeAndImagine #Podcast

Ep 30 -  Today's guest is Sarah Anderson. She purchased the Daily Devotional and decided to come into the private Facebook group for support. She is a working 47 year old mom who initially offered to share a story for the next book that's being written. But later we decided to do a podcast interview.

I really love her story because it's so typical of many stories I hear about how a casual relationship with alcohol turns into a problem relationship with alcohol. She loved the mindset approach and shift that the devotional provided to her and wanted to share all of the beautiful Transformations she experienced through this journey.

In this podcast, we invite you to step into a world where freedom from the psychological slavery of alcohol and other substances isn't just a dream—it's a reality. Through the power of shared stories and unfolding faith, God reveals the amazing gifts and promises waiting for us all when we stop drinking or remove something toxic from our lives.

Through Say Goodbye And Imagine you are invited into a Christian community where triumph over alcohol or other substances is not only possible… it's happening every day through faith and the power of God’s Word! Feel a profound connection with others who have walked the same rocky path yet found solid ground by putting biblically-based principles and God at the center of their journey to freedom.

Imagine replacing the weight of guilt and isolation with the lightness of grace and companionship through a shared Chirstian community seeking alcohol freedom. Through the testimony of our podcast community, you can discover how the Holy Spirit moves powerfully in the lives of those who have surrendered their struggles and embraced a journey of true transformation with God at the helm.

Witness the transformative power of Jesus Christ while you gain insight into the lies of the enemy. Through each episode, you'll be equipped with biblically based strategies that others have used to prioritize their spiritual well-being and expose the lies embedded in a toxic habit that is also trying to control your life. Ultimately, each episode guides you to a place where being alcohol-free is just the beginning of your newfound freedom--showing you the amazing world of promise and possibility through God’s grace when alcohol is successfully set aside.

Say Goodbye And Imagine shares the firsthand victories of those who have broken free from the psychological slavery of alcohol or other substances. Our greatest hope is to share these stories of triumph so you can draw inspiration and courage from their stories. But our podcast doesn't just offer hope—it showcases the real, tangible outcomes of lives transformed by faith and the collective strength of a community that believes in second chances.

Warning: our Say Goodbye And Imagine podcast is a little different. We don’t use words that create shame or a negative identity. So, in our podcast we don’t use vocabulary like alcoholic or alcoholism, alcohol addiction or alcohol recovery, recovery or recovering, sober or sobriety, addict or addiction, powerless or powerlessness, and other words that take away our identity in God. Since we are remade in the image of God, we seek an identity that is empowering through Him. Although we respect and honor groups like AA (Alcoholics Anonymous), Celebrate Recovery, and sober rehabilitation centers, our topics tend to be very individual, focusing on the unique journey of each participant.

If you desire to quit drinking or have been searching for ways to reconnect with God, then please tune in. Hear the amazing success stories of Christians just like you who decided to choose freedom from alcohol or other substances. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) “For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Rose Ann Forte is the host of Say Goodbye and Imagine. Rose Ann had reached a point in her own life when she realized that alcohol was stealing from her and understood that God had a much better plan for her. Today she is the bestselling author of The Plans He has for Me Daily Devotional. Through her podcast, blog articles, books, public speaking, Choose Freedom Program, YouTube and TikTok videos, and Choose Freedom coaching and church mentor programs, Rose Ann loves to share her experience of transformation with others and discuss the power of the Holy Spirit and God’s foundational principles behind renewing your mind.

EP 27 - Welcome to part two with our guest, Dr. David Jenkins, who is a professor of psychology and is the clinical director of the PsyD in the clinical psychology program at Liberty University. We get to continue our conversation about languaging and stigma with addiction and also discuss various other topics around how people heal from the psychological slavery of their habit.

With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Jenkins specializes in the integration of Christian faith and clinical practice. He's worked extensively with addictive, mood, and anxiety disorders in the context of individual, marital, group, and family therapy. Dr. Jenkins has provided education, consultation, supervision, and training for a variety of churches, ministries, and professionals.

He's also an author and speaker at conferences, seminars, and retreats. In this two part series, I get to ask him a lot of my burning questions that I've had about the clinical aspect of addiction, the integrative model of addiction, and the history of languaging and stigma surrounding substance use disorder over the decades.

00:00 Welcome Back: Continuing the Conversation on Addiction and Healing
03:22 The Importance of Language in Addressing Substance Use
05:54 Shifting Perspectives: From Labels to Understanding
09:38 Exploring the Complexity of Addiction Beyond Labels
18:09 Denial and the Therapeutic Process: A Deeper Dive
23:33 Self-Determination and Seeking Help: Empowering Choices
24:49 The Role of Community and Financial Considerations in Healing
27:02 The Complex Relationship Between Alcohol Consumption and Life Quality
32:29 The Role of Fear in Recovery and Relapse
36:07 Preparing for Change: The Importance of Readiness

Thank you for listening - if you like what you're hearing, give us a five-star rating from your Apple Podcast App so others can find us, and please subscribe so you never miss out on any brand new episodes.

Go to www.theplanshehasforme.com today to get 20 fun and easy ways to navigate all social situations alcohol free!

You'll also find a link to purchase the daily devotional. If you're interested in being a guest and sharing your story, email us at contactus@theplanshehasforme.com. Thanks for listening, and here's to you and your imagined life.

EP 26 - This week's guest is Dr. David Jenkins, a professor of psychology and the clinical director of the PsyD in the clinical psychology program at Liberty University. He has served as the clinical director of the International Board of Christian Counselors as part of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and is also on the executive board of the Society for Christian Psychology.

With over 30 years of clinical experience, Dr. Jenkins specializes in the integration of Christian faith and clinical practice. He's worked extensively with addictive, mood, and anxiety disorders in the context of individual, marital, group, and family therapy. Dr. Jenkins has provided education, consultation, supervision, and training for a variety of churches, ministries, and professionals.

He's also an author and speaker at conferences, seminars, and retreats. In this two part series, I get to ask him a lot of my burning questions that I've had about the clinical aspect of addiction, the integrative model of addiction, and the history of languaging and stigma surrounding substance use disorder over the decades.

03:10 The Personal Story of Dr. Jenkins: A Journey of Faith and Psychology
10:50 Exploring the History and Stigma of Addiction
11:35 The Evolution of Addiction Treatment: From AA to Modern Approach
20:30 Integrating Models for a Holistic Approach to Addiction
24:20 The Role of Spirituality in Overcoming Addiction
27:54 The Power of Forgiveness and Moving Forward
29:30 Rebuilding Trust
30:37 Letting Go and Finding New Beginnings
36:54 The Complexity of Addiction and Recovery
39:14 Integrating Multiple Models for Healing

Thank you for listening - if you like what you're hearing, give us a five-star rating from your Apple Podcast App so others can find us, and please subscribe so you never miss out on any brand new episodes.

Go to www.theplanshehasforme.com today to get 20 fun and easy ways to navigate all social situations alcohol free!

You'll also find a link to purchase the daily devotional. If you're interested in being a guest and sharing your story, email us at contactus@theplanshehasforme.com. Thanks for listening, and here's to you and your imagined life.