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403: Christine Lakin on The Value of Repetition When No One Else is Watching, Embracing Slow and Steady Development, Playing Al Lambert on "Step by Step," and Letting Ego Lead vs. Staying Teachable28 Aug 202401:21:10

If you grew up in the 90's, and watched TGIF every Friday night, I think you're going to love today's episode. Christine Lakin joins us today. Best known to us as Al Lambert from Step by Step, my conversation with Christine is anything but on the surface. It's intelligent, encouraging, and really challenging, as we discuss the value of repetition when no one else is watching and why embracing slow and steady development is the key to growth in life. Of course, we do have fun today, because, for many of you, she was your first TV crush. So, we get under the hood of what it was like to play Al on Step by Step and so much more.

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402: Preston Perry on Relearning Emotional Safety after Trauma, Why Grief is a Gift to Receive, How Therapy Has Become Trendy, Sexual Addiction, False Teachers, and Why Suffering Purifies Us21 Aug 202401:05:44

Preston Perry joins us today and we're taking a deep dive into relearning emotional safety after trauma, why grief is a gift to receive, how therapy has become trendy (but not automatically effective), and why suffering purifies and strengthens us. Preston has such a unique take on life. Growing up, the streets of Chicago were his home, and it was there that he encountered all sorts of people who had their own versions of the truth. That's where Preston discovered not only the importance of the truth but how to tell the truth in a way that speaks to someone's heart and leads them to freedom and transformation.

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397: Lee Cummings on Why Self-Deception is the Worst Kind of Deception, Why Fear is a Vacuum, and Why Facts and Truth Aren't the Same Thing14 Jun 202401:01:09

Lee Cummings is back and this week, we're talking about why self-deception is the worst kind of deception, why fear is a vacuum to suffocate our potential, and why facts and truth aren't the same thing. You see, the greatest challenge you and I face, according to Lee, is staying awake in this present cultural moment of chaos. And so if the enemy can't lull you into spiritual apathy, deception is often his weapon of choice against you. And if he can deceive you, he can keep you from living out your purpose—God's purpose for your life.

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396: Willie Robertson on The Backstory of Duck Dynasty, How to Flourish in Every Decade of Life, The Miserable Side of Fame, and Why We Need to Develop Agility05 Jun 202401:17:32

This week, Willie Robertson joins us, and we're going to unpack the backstory of Duck Dynasty and how he learned how to flourish in every decade of life, especially in the face of adversity. Many of you might be exhausted in life right now, and you might think that you have nothing left in the tank, especially if you've experienced a measure of failure. Willie is going to shed light on that specifically and offer some really helpful advice. We're also going to discuss why we need to develop agility in a constantly changing world (and how to do it).

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395: Ally Fallon on The Transformative, Scientific, Healing Power of Writing Your Story, Fully Receiving What Life Has to Offer, The Pain of Resistance, and How She Healed an Autoimmune Disease by Writing29 May 202401:05:25

This week, writing coach and author Ally Fallon is back to talk about the transformative, scientific, healing power of writing, specifically, writing about your life experiences. Here's why: writing aids in organizing thoughts and emotions, which can help manage the distress from traumatic events. In many ways, this exercise is based upon the work of Dr. James Pennebaker, and requires nothing more than a pen, and paper, and between 15-30 minutes each day. Its efficacy is backed by over 200 peer-reviewed studies. And if you're like me, eager to move forward and experience transformation in life, it is a powerful tool to employ. We're also going to talk about the pain of resistance and how writing aided her healing of an autoimmune disease.

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394: Jon Tyson on Breaking the Hold of Apathy, Our Crisis of Meaning, Being Formed in Private, and the Joyful Pursuit of Sacrificial Responsibility in an Age of Narcissism and Self-Obsession22 May 202400:59:28

One of my favorite guests is back this week, and that's Jon Tyson. Today, we're talking about breaking the hold of apathy over your life, navigating through a crisis of personal meaning, what it takes to be formed in private, and the joyful pursuit of sacrificial responsibility in an age of narcissism and self-obsession.

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393: Tasha Cobbs Leonard on Unmasking a Root of Rejection, Freedom from Self-Hatred, What it Means to Live a Planted Life, and Grieving with Hope15 May 202401:10:16

Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Tasha Cobbs Leonard is here this week. Today, we're talking about unmasking the root of rejection, and freedom from self-hatred (a consistent theme for so many people I coach). A huge theme of the conversation centered around living a planted life, and then we talked about grieving with hope.

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392: Dr. Alison Cook on The Lifetime Journey of Healing, What Stops Guilt from Becoming Shame, Why Surrender Positions You for Wisdom, and How to Emotionally Attune to Others08 May 202401:07:31

Dr. Alison Cook is back on the podcast this week and let me tell you right now, she brought it. We're talking about the lifetime journey of healing, what stops guilt from turning into shame, why surrender positions us for wisdom, and how to emotionally attune to the people in our lives. One of my favorite parts of the conversation is when Alison took us down the road of talking about whole-body compassion. This is part and parcel of transformation, so I'm confident this conversation will add tremendous value to your life.

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391: Steve Carter on Why Forgiveness is a Solo Sport, The Horrible Positive Spins on Tragedy, How We Waste Waiting Seasons, and Unpacking the Trauma of Betrayal01 May 202401:02:41

All of us have experienced varying degrees of loss, betrayal, and heartbreak throughout life. And as such, I feel it necessary to double down on that topic. So today, Steve Carter joins us to discuss why forgiveness is a solo sport, the horrible positive spins we too often slap on tragedy, how we waste waiting seasons in life, and how to better-understand the trauma involved in betrayal.

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390: John Inazu on Why People Don't Trust Mainstream Media, Government, and Pastors, Anti-Intellectualism Uncovered, AI and Deep Fakes, and How to Disagree with People Effectively24 Apr 202400:52:44

Joining us today is law professor and author John Inazu. We will unpack the deeper reasons why people don't trust mainstream media, government, and sadly, even many pastors. We're also going to discuss a common cultural lean toward anti-intellectualism, and the influence of AI and deep fakes upon our psyches which directly affect our mental and emotional health. And in an election year, we're going to take time to learn communication strategies to disagree with others more effectively...and respectively. All of these topics have an influence on our mental and emotional health, and that's why I brought John to the show.

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389: John Burke on Near-Death Experiences, A Hindu Who Met the One True God, The Consistent Order of Common Events in NDEs, The Impact of Free Will on Eternal Destination, and a Skeptic's Take on NDEs17 Apr 202401:07:01

Joining us today is John Burke, author of "Imagine Heaven." We're going to discuss near-death experiences, including one profound story of a Hindu man who met the Lord. We will also unpack the consistent order of common events in near-death experiences, the impact of free will on eternal destination, and a skeptic's take on NDEs. This is such a fascinating, inspiring conversation, and I trust you'll walk away from it intrigued and encouraged.

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388: Griffin Gooch on Why Gen-Z Wants Truth, A Generation That's Burned Out by Conflicting Narratives, Fighting Cynicism, and Training Ourselves in Discomfort12 Apr 202401:14:45

Joining us today is a 26-year-old Gen-Z writer named Griffin Gooch. We met last year, and after a long conversation, his curious bent towards philosophy, discipleship, and our current cultural moment, fused with his intellectual sharpness and posture of humility, signaled to me an opportunity to share him with you all. So today, Griffin and I sit down to talk about his generation, specifically why Gen-Z wants truth and why they are burned out by conflicting narratives from the myriad of echo chambers in our society. Also, Griffin sheds light on fighting cynicism and why we need to train ourselves in discomfort.

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401: Google's Frederik Pferdt on The Cost of Resisting Change, Why Every Experience Leads to Learning, Living Future-Ready, Radical Optimism vs. Toxic Positivity, and How to Orient Your Thinking When Blame is an Easier Choice14 Aug 202400:56:29

Google's first Chief Innovation Evangelist, Frederik Pferdt joins us to discuss the cost of resisting change. One of the guiding principles for life is that change is not the exception, it's the rule. So, therein is an opportunity to grow in our willingness to move with it, not against it. To that, we're going to talk about why every experience in life leads to learning, if we have a growth mindset. We're also diving into how to live future-ready and why radical optimism has nothing to do with toxic positivity. And so, according to our guest today, we don't have to be afraid of what the future holds. Rather than bracing for what happens next, Dr. Frederik Pferdt argues that you can make what happens next.

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387: Jeanine Amapola on Unrealistic Timelines for Life, Pretending Present Emotions Aren't Real, Secrecy and Shame, and How We Delay Our Healing10 Apr 202400:53:47

Joining us this week is Jeanine Amapola, a full-time YouTuber, Social Media Influencer, & Podcast Host from Dallas, Texas. Through her own journey to find freedom from her secret struggles, poor choices, and toxic relationships, she's here today to talk candidly about navigating unrealistic timelines for life, pretending present emotions aren't real, because denial is a devastating way to cope with life), secrecy and shame, and how we delay our healing.

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386: [Healing What You Can't Erase] Debra Fileta, M.A., L.P.C., on Holding Grief and Joy in Tandem, Navigating Levels of Depression, OCD and Hypervigilance, and Rewriting Internal Narratives03 Apr 202400:52:09

This week, we are continuing the launch of my brand new book, Healing What You Can't Erase. Joining us today is my good friend and professional counselor, Debra Fileta. Today, we're talking with Debra about holding grief and joy in tandem, navigating levels of depression, OCD and hypervigilance, and rewriting internal narratives.

Now, ahead of our conversation, I want to invite you to do a couple of things:

  1. Get a copy of my new book, either in hardcover, Kindle, or audiobook format.
  2. Follow me on Instagram. My handle is @WINTODAYChris. I started a brand new broadcast channel called Transformation Training. It'll be an under-the-hood conversation with you all about mental, emotional, and spiritual health.

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385: [Healing What You Can't Erase] Jamie Winship on Inner Healing, True vs. Truth, and Why Emotions are Valuable Tools for Transformation27 Mar 202400:44:30

This week, we are continuing the launch of my brand new book, Healing What You Can't Erase. As I shared last week, this new series we're in will be unique. It's not as much an interview as it is a side-by-side conversation between me and some key people who have invested in my life. Today, we're diving into the content from chapters 9 and 10 of my book. Joining us is the one and only Jamie Winship to talk about inner healing and why emotions are valuable tools for transformation.

Now, ahead of our conversation, I want to invite you to do a few things:

  1. Get a copy of my new book either in hardcover, Kindle, or audiobook format.
  2. Follow me on Instagram. My handle is @WINTODAYChris. This week, I'm giving away free Starbucks coffee as a simple "thank you" for your support of this show and my book. I'm also giving away a few signed copies of the book, and, I'll be hosting a few friends for Instagram live chats about Healing What You Can't Erase.

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384: [Healing What You Can't Erase] The Art of Surrender, Confronting Dysfunctional Mindsets, and Why Surrender Releases Power in Our Lives20 Mar 202401:21:42
383: Terry Crist on Interrupting Cancel Culture, Why We Underestimate the Driver of Fear, Radical Individualism, and Weaponizing Boundaries18 Mar 202401:03:10

Today, I am really thankful to have my friend Terry Crist with us. We're talking about interrupting cancel culture, why we underestimate the driver of fear, radical individualism, and what it means to weaponize boundaries. As a pastor committed to building deep relationships with people whose life experiences are different than his own, Terry Crist knows the beauty and challenge of connecting with people across a multitude of dividing lines.

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382: Dr. Joel Muddamalle on Coming to the End of Yourself, Dealing with Inevitable Delays in Life, The Conversations We're Afraid of Having, and Why Curiosity without Limits is Chaos13 Mar 202401:14:42

Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to an incredible thinker, theologian, and teacher. Dr. Joel Muddamalle, Director of Theology and Research at Proverbs 31 Ministries joins us today to talk about the inescapable aspects of life we are all marked by. We have less control than we want, more anxiety than we're comfortable with and just enough insecurity to continually remind us of our shortcomings. To experience these things is to be human. We aren't superheroes and invincibility isn't an option. But humility is.

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381: Tim and Kathy Bush on Having Sex on Their First Date, The Shadow Side of Attraction and Chemistry, and Why Emotional Affairs are More Potent than a One-Night Stand08 Mar 202401:18:08

Today, you better buckle your seatbelt. We're taking a deep dive into all-things relationships, my guests, Tim and Kathy Bush have a story to tell. Starting with, you know, why they had sex on their first date and what ensued in the early days of their relationship. But more specifically, their wisdom, after 42 years of marriage and enduring infidelity, drugs, and a myriad of other challenges, is a great gift to all of us today. We're going to hear their backstory, but also learn about the shadow side of attraction and chemistry, and why emotional affairs are even more devastating than a one-night stand.

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380: Andi Andrew on Misinterpreting Personal Shaking, Grieving What Didn't Happen, The Power of Tears in Releasing Trauma from Our Bodies, and Detach False Belief Systems from Your Life06 Mar 202401:04:12

This week, my good friend Andi Andrew joins us to talk about misinterpreting personal shaking, why we need to grieve what didn't happen, the power of tears in releasing trauma from our bodies, and how to detach false belief systems from your life. Andi is a wellspring of wisdom, let alone a no-nonsense communicator, and so I'm confident our conversation today will help you move the needle in your own life.

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379: Tim Ross on Leaving and Grieving Seasons of Life, Emotional Maturity, Embracing Being Misunderstood, Self-Awareness vs. Self-Consciousness, and Why Sexual Sin Takes People Down28 Feb 202401:41:07

This week, Tim Ross joins us to talk about leaving and grieving seasons of life, emotional maturity, how to embrace being misunderstood, and why sexual sin is so insidious–why it takes people down so quickly. Many of you know about Tim and The Basement already, so I hope you'll lean in for the powerful and transparent conversation.

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378: Paul Daugherty on Considering Suicide as a Pastor, The Strength of a Lie, Dumping Sugar-Coated Platitudes, Fake Prayers, and Why You Can't Just Pray Trauma Away21 Feb 202400:58:01

This week, we're sitting down with Paul Daugherty, pastor of Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to talk in raw and vulnerable fashion about his brush with considering suicide. And before I go on, I want to share that if you or anyone you know is considering suicide, please stop this podcast and dial 988 on your phone right now. It's a 24-hour crisis hotline and help is available. Aside from that part of the conversation, Paul and I discuss the strength of a lie to empower our lives and why we need to dump the plastic, sugar-coated platitudes when dealing with loss and pain. We'll also discuss fake prayers and why you can't just pray trauma away. In a culture so consumed by facades, I'm very thankful for Paul's transparency in our conversation and trust you'll receive great value from it.

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400: NYU Prof., TED Speaker Dr. Tessa West on Hidden Symptoms of Burnout, How to Know When It's Time to Make a Major Change, the Myth of Work-Life Balance, Hurdling Social Awkwardness, and Why the Modern Dating Scene is a Dumpster Fire07 Aug 202401:19:11

This week, we're celebrating episode 400 of the podcast. I'm thrilled you're here, and today, NYU Professor, TED Speaker Dr. Tessa West joins us to discuss the hidden symptoms of burnout and how to know when it's time to make a major change in life. I talk to more people whose lives are right here. They're burned out and wondering if it's time to make a change. Add to that, we're going to take a look at the myth of work-life balance. We're also going to talk about how to hurdle social awkwardness and why the modern dating scene is a dumpster fire.

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377: Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett on How to Understand Emotions, Why Emotions are Whole Brain Events, Changing Meaning to Change Your Mind, and the Effect of PTSD on the Brain14 Feb 202401:04:33

This week, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D., a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, who is a world expert in the science of emotions, joins us to talk about how to understand our emotions. We'll also dive into the topic of why emotions are "whole brain events," how to change the meaning of experiences to change our minds, the effect of PTSD on the brain, and so much more.

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376: [Formed.] Ian Simkins on The Cost of Surrender, Why Control and Clarity are Cousins, Embodied Trust, and A Necessary Theology of Suffering in Effective Spiritual Formation07 Feb 202401:07:37
375: [Formed.] Havilah Cunnington on What God's Voice Sounds Like, Why Some People Don't Want to Hear from Him, Developing Discernment, Flaky Christianity, and the Rise of Spirituality31 Jan 202401:12:46
374: [Formed.] Jamie Winship on Why Separation Creates Suffering, The Necessary Practice of Self-Emptying, and a Right View of God24 Jan 202401:02:50

It's week four of [Formed.], and one of our favorite people is back on the podcast: Jamie Winship. This week, Jamie talks to us about why separation creates suffering, the necessary practice of self-emptying according to Jesus's teaching in Matthew 5, how to develop a right view of God, and a brilliant concept called "closed-handed anxiety." As usual, it's a fascinating conversation, so prepare for some note-taking. And of course, if you missed the first three weeks of [Formed.], go back and catch those episodes on your podcast feed or YouTube.

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373: [Formed.] Dr. Craig Keener on Self-Centered Spirituality, How to Read Scripture Well, and Blowing Up Our Understanding of Favorite Bible Verses17 Jan 202401:04:01

It's week three of [Formed.] and one of the foremost biblical scholars in the world, Dr. Craig Keener, joins us to talk about self-centered spirituality and how to read the Scripture well. We're also going to debunk our understanding and application of a few of our favorite Bible verses. Of course, if you missed the first two weeks of [Formed.], featuring Craig Cooney and Father Ronald Rolheiser, go back and catch those episodes on your podcast feed or on YouTube.

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372: [Formed.] Fr. Ronald Rolheiser on the Dark Night of the Soul, Breaking the Hold of Sufficiency, The End Game of Spiritual Formation, and Becoming Aware of God10 Jan 202401:11:38

Thanks for joining me this week for episode 372. It's week two of [Formed.], and today, the brilliant Father Ronald Rolheiser joins us to talk about the dark night of the soul, breaking the hold of self-sufficiency, the end game of spiritual formation, becoming aware of God, and the key to purity of heart. If you missed last week's episode with Craig Cooney, be sure and listen to our powerful conversation about walking through transition in life.

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371: [Formed.] Craig Cooney on Embracing the Tension of Transition, Stewarding Our Hearts After Betrayal, and Freedom from the Poison of Unforgiveness03 Jan 202401:27:19

[Formed.] is back to start a brand new year here on the podcast. Joining us in the series are Father Ronald Rolheiser, Dr. Craig Keener, Jamie Winship, Havilah Cunnington, Ian Simkins, and this week, Craig Cooney. Today, we're talking about how to embrace the tension of transition, how to steward our hearts after betrayal, and how to find freedom from the poison of unforgiveness.

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NEW SERIES: [Formed.] Starts THIS WEEK!01 Jan 202400:01:15
Happy New Year! Coming to the podcast this week and running for the next several weeks is Formed, our annual series on spiritual formation. This week, Craig Cooney joins us. We're talking all about how to navigate through the often turbulent waters of transition in life and how to find freedom from the poison of unforgiveness. Next week, Father Ronald Rolheiser joins us to discuss what's missing in the spiritual formation conversation and why pain is God's microphone to a deaf world. In two weeks, renowned scholar and author Dr. Craig Keener is here, followed by Jamie Winship, Havilah Cunnington, and Ian Simkins. No doubt, this will be a powerful series.   So if you don't yet follow the podcast, do so right now. And then, share this trailer with just one person. Someone you believe will be equipped by this new series to live a life marked by transformation from the inside out.   Plus...
[HOLIDAY ENCORE]: Dr. Henry Cloud on When to Withhold Trust, Emotional Regulation, Developing Discernment, and Why "Believing the Best" Might Be Bad Advice20 Dec 202300:53:19

Today, we're revisiting an awesome conversation with Dr. Henry Cloud, who's here talk about when to withhold trust. Trust is key for relationships. It makes everything work. But at what point is it safe to say a person is unable to be trusted? Dr. Cloud will answer that question today. We'll also explore emotional regulation, how to develop discernment, and why "believing the best" might be bad advice.

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370: Jennifer Wallace on Breaking the Hold of a Toxic Achievement Culture, How Deep Relationships Act as Shock Absorbers, Why Failure is Necessary, and Why Self-Help Mantras Don't Work13 Dec 202300:59:57

This week, researcher, author, and Wall Street Journal and Washington Post journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins us to talk about how to break the hold of a toxic achievement culture, how deep relationships act as shock absorbers in hard times, why failure is necessary for emotional maturity, and why self-help mantras simply do not work.

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[SOLO SERIES] Transform Your Mind, Transform Your Life: Daily Steps to a Renewed You31 Jul 202400:15:36

Are you ready to break free from negative thought patterns and experience a profound transformation? In this solo episode, we dive deep into the practical steps to renewing your mind. Discover the powerful SEED method, inspired by Scripture and neuroscience, that can revolutionize your life. Learn why consistent mental renewal is as essential as daily hygiene and how to overcome the deceptive nature of your thoughts. Get ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and spiritual transformation as we explore the power of a renewed mind.

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[SOLO SERIES] The Easily Overlooked Reason We Lose Our Inner Drive: The Broken Spirit17 Jul 202400:30:21

This week, I want to spend some time teaching from my book Healing What You Can't Erase. Last week, I taught you how to fight lies and strengthen yourself in the Lord whenever you face adversity. And two weeks ago, I taught you how to build resilience. But this week, I want to hone in on the central reason why we lose our inner drive and our courage to keep going when the fires of trial are blazing. And that reason is what Scripture describes as "the broken, crushed spirit."

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[SOLO SERIES] Refocus Your Fight: How to Silence the Lies and Strengthen Yourself in the Lord When You're in Trouble10 Jul 202400:20:02

Feeling lost in doubt and fear? This week's episode explores Psalm 42, a raw prayer from the Bible where the Psalmist wrestles with despair. We'll delve into scripture to understand why our perspective gets cloudy during challenges, and discover practical ways to refocus on God's faithfulness. Learn how remembering His past victories fuels present hope, and gain biblical insights on renewing your resilience with the Lord's strength. Perfect for anyone facing difficulties and seeking encouragement from scripture.

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[SOLO SERIES] Building a Growth Mindset for Unbreakable Resilience03 Jul 202400:26:48
399: Navigating Burnout and Languishing: A Roadmap to Renewed Focus and Purpose by Living a Consecrated Life26 Jun 202401:22:00

Too many of us are apathetic, busy, languishing, overwhelmed, distracted, and fearful. We're afraid of disappointing people. We struggle with people-pleasing. We work in a frenetic, unfocused manner. And so today, I want to talk about what I believe is a counter-tactic: living a focused, consecrated life. This week, I sit down with one of my key leaders, Dave, whom you met in chapter 6 of my book and also here on the podcast in late March. This is an important conversation for the day and hour we live. If you're burnt out, distracted, and fearful, we want to give you a roadmap back to focus and back to life.

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398: Bethel Music's Josh Baldwin on Leaving and Grieving Seasons of Life, Reshaping Our Expectations for Real Peace, How Anxiety Affects Relationships, and The Value of Worship in Shaping our Emotional Health19 Jun 202401:14:00

Bethel Music's Josh Baldwin joins us to talk about leaving and grieving seasons of life and reshaping our expectations for real peace. This is so important because peace isn't the absence of conflict. Josh and I will unpack this idea with you today. We're also going to talk about how anxiety affects relationships, and how it affected Josh and his wife's marriage, as well as the supreme value of worship in shaping our emotional health.

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417: Strahan Coleman on Undoing the Commodification of God, How Western Liberalism is Weakening Our Resolve, Unhinging Our Souls from the Lie of Abandonment, and How to Access Our Deepest Desire for God27 Nov 202401:05:09

This week, Strahan Coleman, part of the teaching team at Practicing the Way joins us. In this episode, we'll explore the insidious ways we've commodified God, the impact of Western liberalism on our spiritual lives, and the profound longing for an authentic connection with God. Strahan will guide us on a journey to unhinge our souls from the lie of abandonment and rediscover our deepest desire for God. Whether you're a seasoned believer or just beginning your journey, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical tools to deepen your spiritual formation and maturity.

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416: Mark Batterson on The Rise of Cultural Relativism, How to Criticize by Being Creative, How We Make God a Projection of Ourselves, Why Truth is Found in the Tension of Opposites, and How a Low View of God Affects Our Mental Health20 Nov 202400:58:04

This week, we're diving deep with the renowned NY Times Bestselling author, Mark Batterson. We'll explore the intricate relationship between faith and culture, delving into the dangers of cultural relativism and the importance of grounding our beliefs in timeless truth. Mark will challenge us to rethink our understanding of self-creation and instead embrace a theology of dignity. We'll discuss how a diminished view of God can negatively impact our mental health and how a robust faith can offer profound healing and restoration. Join us as we navigate these complex issues with Mark Batterson, a thought leader who blends theological insight with practical wisdom.

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407: Debra Fileta, M.A., L.P.C., on Self-Neglect, Why Burnout is So Prevalent, and Self-Care vs. Soul Care25 Sep 202400:50:56

It's episode 407 of the podcast, and this week, I'm excited to welcome back my friend, professional counselor Debra Fileta. In our fast-paced culture plagued with burnout, stress, and chronic fatigue, we often find that we're functioning out of emptiness. What would it be like to experience fulfillment in our lives that was both lasting and regenerative? Well this week, Debra and I discuss self-neglect, why burnout is so prevalent, and the difference between self-care and soul care.

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406: Hannah Brencher on Why You Can't Manage What You Can't Measure, Why We've Swapped Availability for Accessibility, How to Break-Up Well, Mono-tasking Not Multitasking, Why We Are Voyeuristic, and Why the Issues of Our Hearts Aren't Pieces of Content18 Sep 202401:48:13

This week, I'm excited to welcome back one of my closest friends, Hannah Brencher, to discuss why you can't manage what you can't measure and why we've swapped personal availability for being accessible all the time. We're also going to unpack the tactical side of breaking up well, why multitasking is inefficient, and why the private issues of our hearts are not pieces of content that must be published widely. This is, by far, not only the longest episode I've ever recorded, but I'd also like to suggest, one of the most vulnerable and thoughtful episodes. Hannah is a gift to all who know her, and if you're unfamiliar with her, I trust today's conversation will be a great introduction to an incredible person you're going to want to follow and learn from.

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405: Carlos Whittaker on Overcoming Dullness in Your Soul, Learning How to Let Go of False Responsibilities, What Going Screen-Free for 7 Weeks Did to His Brain, Wrestling with God, and the Fight Against Hypochondria11 Sep 202401:16:35

I'm so glad to have Carlos Whittaker with us this week. A lot of people are languishing in their souls these days. Between the state of the economy, strain in relationships, lack of trust in leaders, and the landscape of our political scene, I've heard it said by many, "I just feel flat." Today, we're talking about overcoming dullness in our souls and how to let go of false responsibilities. We're also going to unpack Carlos's 7-week experiment of going completely screen-free, and, what the brain scans revealed both before and after the seven weeks.

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404: Graham Cochrane on Breaking Scarcity Thinking, What Shames Tells Us in Loss, How to Discern Seasons of Life, Minimalism, and Why We Don't Navigate Disappointment Well04 Sep 202401:29:18

It's episode 404 of the podcast, and I'm thrilled to welcome my friend Graham Cochrane to the show. Graham is a successful entrepreneur, TEDx and keynote speaker, and bestselling author. His insights have been regularly featured in national media outlets like Forbes, CNBC, and Business Insider. And today, he's with us to discuss breaking scarcity thinking and what shame tells us in loss. We'll also unpack the question a lot of us face: How do we discern seasons of life? Graham and I also discuss minimalism and why we don't typically navigate disappointment well. It's a wide-reaching conversation, and I'm thrilled that you're here for it.

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415: Rich Villodas on How Depersonalization, Deception, and Division are Shaping Our Souls in a Culture of Contempt, Honoring People You Don't Respect, How to Know if Your Soul is in Danger, and the False Images of God We Construct13 Nov 202401:08:26

This week, we're joined by Rich Villodas, the Brooklyn-born lead pastor of New Life Fellowship and a key speaker for Emotionally Healthy Discipleship. Rich will be discussing how depersonalization, deception, and division are shaping our souls in a culture of contempt, how to honor people we don't respect, how to know if our souls are in danger, and the false images of God we often construct. Rich is a passionate advocate for emotional health and spiritual growth. He has a unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life and to challenge them to live authentic, fulfilling lives. I'm excited to have him here for the conversation to share his insights and wisdom with us. It's a great conversation.

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414: Chad Veach on When Self-Care Becomes Selfish, Biblical Literacy in an Age of Narcissism, How Complaining Sabotages Our Futures, and the Foundation of Insecurity06 Nov 202401:03:46

This week, we're joined by Chad Veach, founder and lead pastor of ZOE Church in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, we'll discuss the inflection point when self-care becomes selfish. We'll also talk about the prevalence of biblical illiteracy in an age of narcissism, and how complaining can sabotage our futures and the foundations of insecurity. This is an important conversation to have, especially in today's world where mental health is often overlooked.

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413: Trusting Our Emotions Without Being Driven by Them, Exposing and Healing the Shadow Self, Why We're Not as Self-Aware as We Think We Are, Compulsive Self-Soothing Exposed, and Why Our Memories are Fallible30 Oct 202401:13:51

This week, I'm excited to be joined by Dr. Merry C. Lin, a psychologist, and author with over 30 years of clinical expertise. Dr. Lin is an expert on the topics of emotional intelligence, trauma, and self-awareness. She's going to help us understand how our emotions can both guide us and mislead us, and how to develop a healthy relationship with our emotions. We'll also learn about the shadow self, the hidden parts of ourselves that we're often afraid to acknowledge. And we'll explore why our memories are often distorted and incomplete. This is a really important conversation, and I think it will resonate with a lot of people.

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412: Matt Chandler on Hitting a Wall, The Chaos of Brokenness, Living Emotionally Muted, The Anatomy of a Moral Failure, Finishing Well, and Why We Need a More Robust Theology of Suffering23 Oct 202401:24:53

This week, Matt Chandler opens up about hitting a wall in 2022 and the emotional toll it took on him. We'll discuss the dangers of living a life emotionally muted, the anatomy of a moral failure, and the importance of a robust theology of suffering. As someone who's dedicated his life to serving others and building the Kingdom, Matt's insights offer a unique perspective on the challenges we all face. I'm thrilled you've joined us as we delve into these topics and explore what it means to finish well in life.

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