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August 15, 2026Episode 56135 min

If It Is Not Yours And You Did Not Ask It Is Stealing | Episode 561

Someone steals a pair of shoes from a school locker and for a few hours it feels like they are just gone. That small moment turns into a bigger truth we do not say out loud enough: if you did not ask and you did not get permission, it is stealing. We walk through what happened, how it was done, and why clear language matters when you are trying to protect yourself and the people around you.From there, we widen the lens from physical property theft to the kind of modern theft that hits phones, content, software, and social media accounts. We talk about how people justify it with jealousy or entitlement, why “I want it” never equals ownership, and why consent is the only clean line that keeps “give and take” from turning into harm. If you care about theft prevention, personal boundaries, and public safety, this is the plain English version you can share with anyone.We also connect the dots to mental health. Finding out you were victimized can trigger self blame, stress, anxiety, and that constant feeling that you have to watch your back. We remind you that being targeted does not mean you deserved it, and we push for a culture where people speak up, support victims, and choose right even when nobody is watching.Subscribe, share the show with someone who needs this message, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:01 Welcome And Big Ask To Share2:19 Give And Take As The Theme4:52 The Locker Story And Missing Shoes11:05 How The Shoes Were Taken14:56 Defining Stealing From Physical To Digital21:06 Entitlement And Why It Becomes Crime25:03 Mental Health After Being Victimized29:09 Speak Up Choose Right And Stay Strong31:31 Voices For Voices Mission And Storytelling33:50 Final Takeaways And Closing Requests#stealing #ethics #propertyrights #dontsteal #respectothers #moralvalues #responsibility #awareness #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode561Support the show

August 14, 2026Episode 56040 min

Build Your Mental Health Team | Episode 560

Trying to “push through” alone can look strong from the outside, but it often feels brutal on the inside. I’m Justin Alan Hayes, and this Voices for Voices solo conversation is a real-time check-in on what happens when we stop pretending we can carry our mental health, our stress, and our anxiety without help. I share why this show has become my version of journaling without a pen and how speaking it out loud can create space for someone else to breathe, too.We dig into a team approach to mental health using an American football analogy: teammates matter, but coaches matter too. Whether the title is therapist, psychiatrist, mentor, or trusted friend, the point is the same. Support works best when it’s coordinated, consistent, and built around your real life, not an ideal life where nothing hurts. I also talk about emotional waves and how feelings can shift faster than we expect, plus why it’s OK to admit “I was wrong” when the old approach is not working.Along the way, I reflect on gratitude, basic human needs like shelter and food, and the heartbreak of seeing people who do not have them. And yes, we talk about my dog Lucy and the surprising mental health benefits of pets and support animals, including the comfort of simple routines and physical connection on hard days.If this helps even a little, share it with someone who needs it, subscribe for more conversations that tell the truth, and please leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices. If you want to support the 501(c)(3) nonprofit mission, you can also donate at lovevoices.org.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support5:45 Summer Reflections And Staying Present9:05 Mental Health Needs A Team17:30 Reaching 560 Episodes With Purpose24:00 Start Small And Keep Showing Up31:40 Basic Needs And Compassion For Others33:35 How Pets Support Mental Health38:50 Final Encouragement And Goodbye#PersonalGrowth #HealingFromWithin #TraumaRecovery #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthMatters #EmotionalHealing #HealingStories #SoulHealing #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode560Support the show

August 11, 2026Episode 5591 hr 37 min

The Timeline He Says They Got Wrong | Episode 559

Somebody’s lying, and a whole community is paying for it. We turn the floor over to our guest, David Solomon, who comes to Voices for Voices with a direct challenge to Lore Haven Episode 365 and a plea for what he says has been missing from the public conversation: receipts, context, and a fair hearing without threats.We walk through David’s timeline and the claims he says are being repeated about him, including a disputed origin story from 2015, references to email exchanges, and what he describes as years of reputational damage inside the Christian writing community and Realm Makers circles. He also speaks about the personal cost at home, including the impact on his wife and child, allegations of blacklisting, and fears of escalation when harassment moves from comments to real-world intimidation like doxxing and swatting.A major theme is digital harm and misinformation: what happens when private people become targets, when an AI image can be treated as “proof,” and when a community decides someone is guilty before any real process plays out. David ends by praying for endurance, protection, and healing, even for people he says have hurt him, while we close with a clear public safety stance: no threats, no violence, no harm.If you believe truth matters more than clicks, listen, share this with someone who needs the full context, and subscribe so you don’t miss what comes next. After you listen, what questions would you ask if you were moderating the conversation?*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Quick Housekeeping1:04 David Introduces Himself And Purpose3:15 Challenging Lore Haven Episode 3658:40 The 2015 Email Thread Claim17:20 Missing Person Claims And Fallout25:26 Why He Targeted Two Names34:26 Family Impact And Alleged Defamation41:56 Faith, Writing, And Joining Realm Makers50:43 Prayer For Healing And Protection1:04:10 Police Reports, Accidents, And Notes1:12:00 Challenge Questions And Interview Offer1:21:40 Contact Info And Naming Harassment1:29:04 Host Response, Public Safety, Closing#WritersChallenge #PublicAllegations #WritingCommunity #LiteraryDebate #ProofAndTruth #AuthorLife #CreativeWriting #StorytellingJourney #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode559Support the show

August 10, 2026Episode 55831 min

The $1 Billion Question: Can Court Orders Keep Teens Safe Online? | Episode 558

Nearly one billion dollars in penalties. Court ordered teen protections. And one blunt question that every parent, coach, and guardian has to face: why are social platforms still making it so easy for adults to reach children directly? We dig into reporting on a New Mexico court ruling targeting Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, and we treat it like what it is to us: a public safety announcement about online child safety and youth mental health.We walk through the key claims and the specific changes described, including deleting unverified under 13 accounts, blocking overnight and school day notifications, automatically blurring nude images, limiting unknown adults from messaging minors, adding safeguards around AI chatbots, and even capping use at 90 hours per month. We also talk about why these guardrails should not require a lawsuit to exist, and how “just put the phone down” is not a real solution when apps are designed to hook attention.Then we get personal and direct about boundaries: adults should never privately message minors without a parent or guardian involved. If a child reaches out, the right move is to bring in the caregiver, the school, or a trained professional not to step into a role you are not qualified for. We connect these choices to real world risks like grooming, sextortion, trafficking, and the heartbreaking outcomes families have already lived through.If you care about social media safety for kids, parental controls, screen time limits, and holding platforms accountable, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share this with one parent in your life, and leave a review that helps more families find Voices for Voices.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support2:05 Screen Time And Digital Addiction6:05 Meta Hit With Massive Penalties13:40 Court Ordered Teen Protections17:50 Why Adults Messaging Minors Is Dangerous23:30 Sextortion Risks And Parent Responsibility27:45 Be An Upstander And Speak Up30:20 Final Message And Sign Off#ChildSafety #OnlinePrivacy #DigitalParenting #AdultsAndMinors #SafeCommunication #ParentingAdvice #YouthProtection #SocialMediaAwareness #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode558Support the show

August 7, 2026Episode 55729 min

Returning to the Gym? Here's What Nobody Tells You About Your Clothes | Episode 557

Your clothes don’t just reflect your body. They can shape your mood, your confidence, and the story you tell yourself when you look in the mirror. We get real about what happens when you return to the gym after years of being inactive and, only a few weeks in, shorts and shirts suddenly stop fitting. Is it muscle gain, leftover weight, or a mix of both? We walk through the uncertainty, the frustration, and the surprisingly heavy mental health impact of standing in front of a closet that no longer matches your life.We also dig into the drivers behind major weight fluctuation: long days sitting, inconsistent workouts, and a stressful work pace that leads to skipping meals, pushing through lunch, and living on whatever is fast. We talk about anxiety, screen time, and the way pressure can spike stress hormones like cortisol and throw off your appetite and energy. Along the way, we share practical ways to think about a sustainable gym routine, including why training legs matters, why progress can be uneven, and why patience beats crash changes every time.Then the conversation widens to body image, bullying, and the scars that can stick from school into adulthood. We reflect on acne, puberty, braces, feeling excluded, and how shame about appearance can push people into isolation and painful questions about identity and purpose. If you’ve ever felt judged for being “too big” or “too skinny,” you’ll hear why you’re not alone, and why kindness and consistency matter more than any clothing tag.Subscribe for more honest conversations, share this with someone who needs encouragement, and leave a review so more people can find the show.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support2:27 Returning To The Gym Routine8:47 Stress Eating Less And Weight Drops13:13 When Clothes Trigger Mental Health18:44 Body Shaming And Bullying Ripple Effects21:31 Identity Acne And Growing Up26:16 Why We Keep Sharing These Stories#WeightSwings #MoneyMindset #FitnessFinance #MentalWellness #CostOfWeightLoss #HealthyBudgeting #SelfImprovement #LifestyleChanges #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode556Support the show

August 7, 2026Episode 55626 min

Your Appointment Got Canceled. Now What? | Episode 556

Your plans are set, your mind is ready, and then you get the message: canceled. Power outage. No appointment today. We start from that exact frustration and talk honestly about the mental whiplash that comes with last-minute changes, especially when you were counting on that meeting to help you move forward.We walk through what “adaptability” really looks like when it’s not optional: separating what you can control from what you can’t, catching the self-blame loop, and using simple coping skills to get grounded again. That includes the real emotional toll of having to reschedule for a date that’s further out than you want, and how to stop letting disappointment turn into a story about you “failing.” Along the way, we touch on stress, anxiety, and cortisol, plus a funny social media claim we had to try: sticking your tongue out for 40 seconds as a way to calm the body. Scientific or not, it opens a bigger point about laughter, being less rigid, and giving ourselves permission to be human.We also talk about boundaries, not taking work home, and why authenticity matters more than looking perfect. Then we zoom out to time, aging, and the push to do the thing you keep delaying because time doesn’t stand still. If you want a grounded, encouraging listen about mental health, resilience, and staying true to yourself, press play and come hang with us.Subscribe, share the show with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support1:34 The Appointment That Got Canceled9:49 Coping With Disappointment And Stress11:36 The 40 Second Tongue Trick14:18 Social Media Attention And Being Yourself17:48 Merch Updates And Protecting Ideas22:02 Time, Purpose, Prayer, And Farewell#PlanB #CopingStrategies #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfImprovement #NavigateChange #FindingStrength #MotivationMonday #InspirationDaily #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode556Support the show

August 6, 2026Episode 55531 min

I Lost a Friendship Over Sports, and Here's What I Learned | Episode 555

Consistency doesn’t start with a huge burst of motivation. It starts with a simple promise to yourself: get there, then do something. We share what it looks like to rebuild a gym routine after time off, why exercise can be “some of the best medicine,” and how staying in motion supports your health, mindset, and the people who count on you. If you’ve ever worried you’ll “fall off the horse” once the newness fades, you’ll relate to this one.Then the conversation turns to choices, especially the kind kids and teens face as school activities get more competitive. We talk about trying things because you want to, not because a friend is doing it, not because a parent or coach is pushing it. Justin even names it “frienditis,” that pull to follow the crowd, and explains why learning what you actually enjoy is part of building character. We also get honest about the time and money families spend on activities and why it’s important for kids to speak up when they are not having fun.The most personal moment comes from a story about a childhood friendship that drifted after tryouts, teams, and growing up changed the dynamic. We sit with regret, redemption, and the hope of making an apology even years later, because being human means we don’t always get it right the first time. If this message resonates, subscribe to Voices for Voices, share the episode with someone who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find us.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome, Mission, And Support4:37 Getting Back To The Gym9:51 Choosing Activities For The Right Reasons13:41 When Teams Create Distance In Friends19:13 Regret, Redemption, And Seeking Forgiveness28:26 Fun, Money, And Speaking Up29:47 Closing Message And Ways To Help#ExerciseAsMedicine #FitnessMotivation #HealthyLifestyle #PhysicalActivity #ExerciseBenefits #WellnessJourney #FitLife #ExerciseForHealth #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode555Support the show

August 5, 2026Episode 55441 min

Behind The Scenes: The Struggle Before The Camera | Episode 554

The camera makes it look simple, but the real work happens before the record button. I’m talking about the unglamorous, human side of podcasting and filming: picking a topic that matters, writing down ideas before they disappear, and finding the energy to execute when stress and anxiety are loud. If you’ve ever assumed creators “just talk,” this is a transparent look at everything you don’t see.I also share how my background teaching at a university and speaking to groups helped me get more comfortable on camera, while still not “mastering” anxiety. Practice helps, therapy and coping tools help, and sometimes medication helps, but none of it erases the pressure completely. I talk openly about stumbles, filler words, and the reality that being yourself is easy to say and harder to live when you’re trying to serve a mission and show up consistently.Then we get practical: branded shirts and hats, finding what’s clean, charging the camera, lights, and microphone, and choosing a filming location where the lighting doesn’t make the video look like nighttime. Add guest schedules and limited time windows, and suddenly a “simple” recording becomes a stack of small tasks that can drain your battery before you even start.If this resonated, subscribe, share the show with a few friends, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Ways To Support3:38 What On Camera Life Really Looks Like10:52 Ideas Are Easy Execution Is Not16:40 Teaching Experience Stress And Anxiety24:40 Authenticity Over Perfection On Screen28:20 Gear Battery Life Lighting And Locations35:00 Guests Timing And Dropping The Script39:21 Closing Gratitude And Share#LifeInFrontOfTheCamera #VloggingLife #BehindTheScenes #VideoProduction #ContentCreation #DailyVlog #FilmmakingJourney #CreatorCommunity #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode554Support the show

August 4, 2026Episode 55326 min

How to Build a Life That Doesn't Require You to Be Perfect | Episode 553

“Come as you are” is more than a lyric. It’s a blueprint for building a life and a community that doesn’t require you to clean yourself up before you’re allowed to belong. I’m Justin Alan Hayes, and I use this solo conversation to lay out what Voices for Voices stands for: real people, real struggles, and a place where you can show up in whatever season you’re in, including the messy one.We talk about why we keep judgment low and humanity high, from the way people look at the gym to the way we treat each other when we disagree. I also draw a bright line that matters: you will not hear us pushing harm toward anyone, physically or mentally. You might not love every topic, and that’s fine, but the core stays the same: respect, restraint, and a commitment to not turning pain into violence.From there, I get personal about seasonal affective disorder and living with major depression, including how hard the basics can feel on the worst mornings. We connect that reality to practical routines like getting back to the gym, working around plateaus, listening to your body, and remembering that rest is part of progress, not a detour. I also share why this show acts like journaling for me, a way to get thoughts out of my head and into the open so I can keep moving.If you want a mental health podcast that mixes self-acceptance, fitness mindset, and honest encouragement without pretending life is easy, hit play. Subscribe, share the show with someone who could use a little steadiness today, and leave a review so more people can find Voices for Voices.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:01 Welcome And Simple Ways To Help2:04 Come As You Are Matters5:20 A Firm Line Against Harm7:43 Depression, SAD, And Starting The Day9:49 The Gym As A Mental Reset17:52 Rest, Recovery, And Slowing Down23:14 Celebrate Every Voice And Closing#ComeAsYouAre #SelfAcceptance #MentalHealthMatters #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #EmbraceYourself #BeYourself #SelfLoveJourney #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode553Support the show

August 1, 2026Episode 55229 min

Tired, Imperfect, Still Learning | Real Talk On Fatherhood | Episode 552

Parenthood doesn’t politely fit into your old life. It takes over your calendar, rewrites your priorities, and asks you to become more patient than you thought possible. We share a real, close-to-home reflection on fatherhood, what it means to watch your child find joy, and why being present is often the most powerful kind of support, even when you are tired, imperfect, and still learning.We also get practical about the day-to-day: kids’ activities, shifting schedules, and the constant decisions around what to try next. From sports to ballet to gymnastics and camps, we talk about choosing exploration over pressure and asking the simple question that keeps trust intact: do you actually like what you’re doing? Along the way, we connect family life to mental health, trauma recovery, and the kind of purpose that can emerge after hard seasons.The conversation turns serious where it needs to: child safety. Our stance is clear and non-negotiable, no human is for sale, especially no children. We talk about patience in a world built for instant gratification and why progress sometimes takes longer than we want, even when the work matters. We also share how you can support Voices for Voices, a 501c3 nonprofit, through sharing, merch, and donations at lovevoices.org.If this resonates, subscribe, share the show with a few people you care about, and leave a review so more families can find these conversations.*Merch Shop: voices-for-voices.org/4h2xvA0**Please Donate Today: LoveVoices.org, CashApp and Venmo***Find our book here:Amazon: voices-for-voices.org/3ZhJ6AWPublisher: voices-for-voices.org/3LKL1uNInstagram: @voicesforvoicesTikTok: @voices_for_voices_22Facebook: Voices for Voices*Voices for Voices is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. All donations are 100% tax deductible.Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And The Big Mission3:42 Free Ways To Support5:20 Merch Donations And Why We Persist7:58 The Joy And Pressure Of Dad Life11:55 Letting Kids Choose Activities16:10 Birth Moments And Finding Purpose21:40 Protecting Children And Drawing Lines24:35 Patience Goals And Simply Showing Up28:10 Gratitude Closing And Guest Invite#DadLife #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #LetKidsLead #EmpowerChildren #PositiveParenting #DadGuide #FamilyValues #justiceforvoicesforvoicestiktok #VoicesforVoices #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #Episode552Support the show