The Reality of Homelessness & What We Don't See w/ Paul Schmitz

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Text Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)

Recently, a woman in Chattanooga, Tennessee, surrendered her beloved dog due to homelessness. Stories like this are all too common and illustrate the harsh reality that many people facing homelessness face every day. Homelessness is more than just a lack of shelter; it can also mean feeling powerless, helpless, and alone. Despite the challenges, it’s possible to make a real difference in people's lives by uniting with them on their journey toward stability. In this episode, Paul Schmitz from ShowerUp will discuss ways to restore dignity to the homeless through relationships.
Key moments to listen for:

• [00:03:00] Homeless woman surrenders her best friend, Lilo
• [00:07:00] Meet Paul Schmitz from ShowUp
• [00:10:51] Fears of approaching the homeless
• [0016:43] Why build relationships
• [00:29:00] The thoughts that hold us back from helping the homeless

This episode features Paul Schmitz from ShowerUp, who speaks about restoring dignity to those facing homelessness by building relationships with them. Listeners can expect to learn about things we may take for granted in life, like Lilo, a beloved dog owned by a woman who had to surrender her best furry friend due to homelessness, and how small gestures, like a smile, can play a part in helping restore dignity to the homeless.
Links Mentioned During This Episode:

• ShowerUp

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Chapter

1. The Reality of Homelessness & What We Don't See w/ Paul Schmitz (00:00:00)

2. Homeless woman surrenders her best friend, Lilo (00:03:00)

3. Meet Paul Schmitz from ShowUp (00:07:00)

4. Fears of approaching the homeless (00:10:51)

5. Why build relationships (00:17:03)

6. The thoughts that hold us back from helping the homeless (00:29:20)