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Steve Austin

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in Sylacauga, AL, The United States

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http://catchingyourbreath.com

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Self Help, Spirituality, Religion

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Steve Austin was a pastor when he nearly died by suicide. Years of performance-based Christianity taught Austin to sweep the pain of childhood sexual abuse, plus the shame of PTSD, anxiety, and depression under the rug.

When it came to his suffering, Austin believed it was best not to let anyone know about his secrets - especially church folks. As a result, fear, shame, and guilt were Austin’s constant companions.

Thankfully, a suicide attempt was not the end of his story.

When Austin realized his life wasn’t over, he set about figuring out how to embrace vulnerability by asking for professional help and sharing the uncomfortable truth about his story.

In short: he gave himself permission to be human for the very first time.

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	Hiding in the Pews: Shining Light on Mental Illness in the Church by Steve Austin (Goodreads Author), Robert W. Lee (Foreword) 4.27 avg rating — 93 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	From Pastor to a Psych Ward: Recovery from a Suicide Attempt is Possible 4.22 avg rating — 60 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Catching Your Breath: The Sacred Journey from Chaos to Calm by Steve Austin (Goodreads Author), Sarah J. Robinson (Editor) 4.56 avg rating — 48 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	God Heals: Eight Keys to Defeat Sickness and Receive Divine Healing 4.68 avg rating — 25 ratings — 7 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Self-Care for the Wounded Soul: 21 Days of Messy Grace 4.45 avg rating — 11 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Writer's Toolkit: How to Own and Craft Your Story it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	I Love Jesus, But... by Steve Austin (Goodreads Author), Robert Vore it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — published 2017	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Happy Marriage Handbook: Tips And Tools For A Fulfilling Relationship by Steve Austin (Goodreads Author), Samuel Jackson 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Managing Emotional Baggage: Effective Communication and Self-Care Techniques for Coping with Emotionally Immature Parents - Strategies for Healing and Growth by Steve Austin (Goodreads Author), George Emmanuel 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Lives of Unstoppable Hope

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Classic Spirituality for the Modern Man (Classics for the Modern Man Book 2)

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The Magician's Nephew (Chronicles of Narnia, #1) (Publication Order, #6)

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“For me, recovery and self-care are inextricably connected. My recovery from abuse, addiction, and a suicide attempt required dumptruck loads of self-care.”
― Steve Austin, Self-Care for the Wounded Soul: 21 Days of Messy Grace

tags: grace, recovery, self-care, self-help

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“If you have ever felt hopeless, if you have ever believed that all the bad things in your life were beyond redemption, if you have ever felt unworthy of being loved or accepted, if you have ever feared what would happen if people found out whatever it is that haunts you - I get it. I have been there, too.”
― Steve Austin, Self-Care for the Wounded Soul: 21 Days of Messy Grace

tags: grace, recovery, self-help

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“I have gained wisdom from leaning into my pain, in not allowing the hounds of hell to snap at my heels anymore. Now I turn around, call them by name, and let them know I am prepared to fight.”
― Steve Austin, Self-Care for the Wounded Soul: 21 Days of Messy Grace

tags: recovery, recovery-from-abuse, self, self-help

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