{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgm-talking-bs-podcast.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fvalidation-is-a-drug-JoqIAGEH","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"Validation is a Drug","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/a27a8f/a27a8fa8-23a1-46bb-bc67-db4f432f28f5/1cd08037-1962-41ab-a432-3c5460bc4772/318bf5f44c6f20376f87a9790b71ad48.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/1cd08037-1962-41ab-a432-3c5460bc4772\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"Validation is a Drug\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"In this episode, the host discusses the topic of validation and its impact on our lives. He shares his thoughts on why validation is so important to people and why it can become an addiction. The host emphasizes the need to find validation from within and from God, rather than seeking it from others. He encourages listeners to focus on their purpose and passion, and to understand that true validation comes from living in alignment with who they are.\nKeywords\nvalidation, addiction, self-worth, purpose, passion, God's validation\nTakeaways\n•\tValidation is important to many people, but it can become an addiction if we rely on it too heavily.\n•\tTrue validation comes from within and from God, not from seeking recognition from others.\n•\tLiving in alignment with our purpose and passion allows us to find fulfillment and validation.\n•\tUnderstanding our worth and identity in Christ can help us overcome the need for external validation.\nSound Bites\n•\t\"Validation is a drug. You might need rehab.\"\n•\t\"If you are living blessed, if God is answering your prayers, if you're never forsaken or not having what you need, then God is actually validating you.\"\n•\t\"Validation becomes addicting.\"\nChapters\n00:00\nIntroduction and Technical Difficulties\n02:07\nThe Super Bowl and the Importance of Validation\n05:06\nValidation as a Drug and the Need for Rehab\n09:27\nUnderstanding Our Worth in Christ\n14:05\nThe Role of Validation in Society\n19:06\nThe Insecurity and Addiction of Validation\n22:45\nLiving in Alignment with Purpose and Passion\n25:41\nThe Need for Rehab and Separation from Validation\n30:36\nThe Power of Love and God's Validation\n32:10\nConclusion and Announcement of Podcast"}