Nutrition’s Role in Restoring Health After Alcohol with Christina Lombardo
Release Date: 05/06/2024
Compassion, Justice, and the Choices That Shape Generations
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Ep 71 - A wisdom devotional on God’s nature, generational impact, and choosing obedience Episode Summary In this episode of Say Goodbye and Imagine, Rose Ann walks listeners through a powerful wisdom devotional rooted in Exodus 34:6–8, where God declares His own name and nature: compassionate, merciful, slow to anger, faithful — and just. This passage reveals a holy tension we often struggle to hold: God’s unfailing love alongside real consequences for unrepentant sin. Rose Ann reflects on how Scripture repeatedly shows God patiently warning, inviting, and calling His people back —...
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When Life Gets Loud, Listen Closer
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Ep 70 - When life gets loud and when distractions multiply, emotions surge, routines slip, and pressures rise, our first instinct is usually to run faster, try harder, or grasp for control. But Jesus gives us a different invitation: “Pay close attention to what you hear…” —Mark 4:24–25 (NLT) In this episode, Rose Ann shares a deeply personal devotional about learning to listen closely to God in seasons of chaos and in seasons of comfort—when things were falling apart and when they seemed to be going well. She also opens up about the subtle drift that happens when we stop listening,...
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The Moment Before You Lose Control
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In this episode of Say Goodbye and Imagine, Rose Ann transitions from the 12 Core Concepts into a brand-new exploration of godly wisdom—how Scripture guides our choices, shapes our mindset, and strengthens our self-control. Rose Ann shares the behind-the-scenes process of how her devotional writings begin: through daily Bible reading, reflection, and noticing what God highlights in His Word. Today’s insight comes from Genesis 4:7, a passage where God gently warns Cain that sin is crouching at the door—but also affirms that Cain has the power to subdue it. This episode dives into: Why...
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Mindset Protection: Winning the Daily Battle Within - Core Concept 12
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In the final episode of this 12-part series, Rose Ann Forte brings it all together with the powerful truth that we’re not just facing a behavior challenge—we’re fighting a spiritual battle. Drawing from Ephesians 6, this episode unpacks the Full Armor of God in practical, relatable ways and ties each piece of armor to the mindset shifts you’ve explored throughout the Core Concepts. You’ll learn: Why mindset is your greatest defense against relapse How spiritual armor protects you in your most vulnerable moments The real reason we keep going back to what hurts us—and how to stop...
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It’s Addictive: The Neuroscience of Habit and the Hope of Renewal - Core Concept 11
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Why do we keep going back to the things we say we don’t want to do? What if the problem isn’t a moral failure—but a hijacked reward system in the brain? In this episode, Rose Ann Forte dives into the neuroscience behind addiction and why willpower alone isn’t enough to break free. With biblical wisdom and brain-based understanding, she reveals the powerful biological process God designed—and how addictive substances or behaviors take advantage of it. If you’ve ever wondered “What happened to me? I used to be goal-oriented... joyful... motivated…”—this episode will help you...
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From Numb to Finding Purpose - Core Concept 10
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What happened to the person you used to be—the one who set goals, dreamed big, and believed they were made for more? In this episode of Say Goodbye and Imagine, Rose Ann Forte explores Core Concept 10: Finding Purpose—the pivotal moment when we begin to replace destructive habits with meaningful pursuits. This isn't about giving something up—it's about stepping into who God created you to be. Drawing from Scripture and real-life reflection, Rose Ann shares how purpose gets lost when we’re numbing pain, and how we can reclaim it—one step at a time. Understanding Purpose Loss How...
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The Two Commandments That Can Change Everything - Core Concept 9
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This week Rose Ann explores Core Concept 9 from the Choose Freedom Program: The Greatest Commandments. Discover how two simple but profound commands from Jesus can transform your freedom journey and help you understand the root of addiction and destructive behaviors. Key Topics Covered The Greatest Commandment Rose Ann unpacks Matthew 22:37-40, where Jesus identifies the commandments: Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and love your neighbor as yourself. Learn how prioritizing these commands creates the foundation for lasting freedom. Building Your Relationship with God Daily time...
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Forgive Them… for Your Sake - Core Concept 8
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In this eye-opening episode of the Say Goodbye and Imagine podcast, Rose Ann Forte takes us into Core Concept 8 of the Choose Freedom® Program: Forgiveness of Others. If you’ve ever struggled with bitterness, anger, or resentment, this episode will show you how holding onto those emotions is hurting you, not them. Rose Ann explores why forgiving others is so difficult—especially when justice or trauma is involved—and shares biblical truths from Matthew 6:14, Romans 3:23, Hebrews 12:15, and Ephesians 2:8–9 that reveal what God says about forgiveness. She also uncovers the surprising...
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You Are Already Forgiven—Now It’s Time to Live Like It - Core Concept 7
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Have you ever struggled to truly feel forgiven—even when you know God’s Word says you are? In this powerful episode on Core Concept 7: Forgiveness of Self, we dive deep into the internal battle many face after struggling with alcohol or other life-interfering behaviors. We explore why accepting God’s forgiveness is not just a theological truth—but a daily practice that can radically change your thought life and emotional freedom. Rose Ann shares biblical truths from Hebrews 10:17, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Philippians 3:13, and 1 Timothy 4:15, guiding you toward demolishing shame and guilt...
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You’ve Prayed It Before… But Did You Know It Could Change Everything? (Choose Freedom Core Concept 6 The Lord’s Prayer)
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Most of us can recite the Lord’s Prayer from memory… but have you ever stopped to realize how powerful it is for renewing your mind and transforming your daily choices? In this episode, we dive deep into Core Concept 6 of the Choose Freedom Program—unpacking the Lord’s Prayer as a tool for surrender, provision, forgiveness, and protection. Each line holds divine wisdom for anyone walking away from harmful habits and walking toward God’s best. You’ll learn: Why daily spiritual alignment reduces mental overwhelm How God’s provision is daily—just like our recovery What it really...
info_outlineEp 29 - Today's guest is Christina Lombardo. Christina is a certified holistic nutritionist who specializes in trauma and recovery. As a trauma survivor herself and having struggled with alcohol and substance abuse, she had to find her own methodologies for healing and now helps others with her extensive knowledge and education.
Today, we discuss topics related to trauma in the nervous system, stress and inflammation, alcohol and inflammation, and the big question that everybody asks about is sugar cravings and how to handle them, especially as they come after we put alcohol to the side.
03:07 The Power of Nutrition
07:55 Exploring Faith and Finding Purpose
10:49 The Holistic Approach to Healing: Nutrition and Beyond
20:39 Understanding Trauma, Fear, and the Nervous System
26:51 Nutritional Strategies for Stress and Immune System Support
31:25 Navigating Dietary Choices for Better Health
33:26 Addressing Food Sensitivities and Allergies
36:13 The Impact of Alcohol on Inflammation
40:44 Breaking the Sugar Habit: Strategies and Insights
43:56 Understanding and Managing Sugar Cravings
47:00 Exploring Natural Remedies and Supplements
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.