What if what keeps you going is also keeping you stuck?
Does venting actually help, or is it actually making you feel worse?
This powerful, hope-filled conversation might just change your entire approach to rest—it did for me. Cognitive psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Therese Huston joins me for a conversation that’s incredibly helpful for anyone feeli ... Show More
Aug 21
172. Daring Joy: Breaking Free from Fear, Cynicism, and Toxic Positivity with Therapist Nicole Zasowski
Have you ever found yourself afraid to feel joy - worried that if you celebrate, the other shoe will inevitably drop? So many of us quietly hold joy at arm’s length. We tell ourselves it’s safer not to get our hopes up than to risk being let down again. What if joy isn’t a fleeti ... Show More
52m 50s
Aug 14
171: Why People Pleasing Actually Makes You Feel More Alone, and 3 Steps to Create Real Connection
Why do we work so hard to earn the approval of others? And what is it really costing us? In this candid, practical episode, Dr. Alison tackles one of the most common struggles she hears from so many of you: people pleasing. You’ll hear powerful voice messages from listeners as sh ... Show More
29m 34s
Jul 31
169: When Caretaking Becomes Compulsive – How to Break Free from the Urge to Help Everyone Except Yourself
Are you tired of holding it all together for everyone else? In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Alison explores the hidden ache of emotional caretaking—the quiet ways we overfunction, over-give, and overlook our own needs to keep the peace. Whether it started in childhood or has ... Show More
31m 40s
Mar 2024
Healing What You Can’t Erase with Christopher Cook
In today’s culture, there is a mental health crisis. So many are looking for answers, yet much of the advice given does not provide sustainable relief. However, we know that the only way to true and lasting peace is to know the Prince of Peace! On the Christian Habits Podcast tod ... Show More
28m 37s
Mar 2019
Ep. 200 - Finding Purpose in Pain: Ruthie Lindsey On The Ways Love, Plant Medicine + Friends Brought her Back to Herself
We are big fans and have been so deeply impacted by the work and truth of our guest today. Renowned speaker, author, and podcast host, Ruthie Lindsey joins us for a conversation we will never forget. Ruthie travels the globe sharing her story, empowering others to find purpose in ... Show More
1h 51m
Jun 2022
Episode 308: Anger After Suicide & Restarting Medication
Hello, all. A big content warning for this episode, the first question deals with suicide and has a bit more detail than other questions I've answered on the show. It's a very worthwhile question and a great topic to discuss, but I just want to make you aware of that. Here are th ... Show More
37m 10s
Dec 2022
Episode 329: Turned On by Therapy & Accelerating the Therapeutic Relationship
Hello, everyone! Exciting news. My new book, 500 Questions for Dating, Relationships, Romance, and More is out! I talk more about it at the beginning of the epidode, but I really think that it will serve as a useful resource to many of you. Orders are shipping quickly right now, ... Show More
38m 20s