Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:19:50 -0400 https://attachingtogod.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation yes 80601235-c771-53fc-b9d3-e4d783cb9827 Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw episodic false Attaching to God connects relational neuroscience and attachment theory to our life of faith so you can grow into spiritual and relational maturity. Co-host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD, pastor, and professor) and Cyd Holsclaw (PCC, spiritual director, and integrative coach) talk with practitioners, therapists, theologians, and researchers on learning to live with ourselves, others, and God. Get everything in your inbox or on the app: https://www.grassrootschristianity.org/s/embodied-faith

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) neuroscience, relational neuroscience, IFS, psychology, faith, spirituality, theology, spiritual formation, spiritual practices, God, Jesus, Christian, Christianity, internal family systems Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw https://storage.buzzsprout.com/j2ixjs1bydrzpv1tr55pt3kpq98i?.jpg Attaching to God: Neuroscience-informed Spiritual Formation 148 Forming Fathers and Men (Father's Day special with Rusty McKie) 148 Forming Fathers and Men (Father's Day special with Rusty McKie) Geoff Holsclaw welcomes Rusty McKie—spiritual director, somatic coach, pastor, author of The Art of Stability, and founder of Steadfast Ministry. 

In this special Father’s Day episode, Geoff and Rusty talk about how seasons of orientation, disorientation, and reorientation shape both midlife discernment and a boy’s transition into manhood. Rusty explains his burden to help fathers and sons navigate adolescence through Man School, a discipleship framework designed to form Jesus-loving men who are whole.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw welcomes Rusty McKie—spiritual director, somatic coach, pastor, author of The Art of Stability, and founder of Steadfast Ministry. 

In this special Father’s Day episode, Geoff and Rusty talk about how seasons of orientation, disorientation, and reorientation shape both midlife discernment and a boy’s transition into manhood. Rusty explains his burden to help fathers and sons navigate adolescence through Man School, a discipleship framework designed to form Jesus-loving men who are whole.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-19333216 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 -0400 2212 8 148 full true 147 Sin as Disorder and Asceticism as Healing, pt 2 (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) 147 Sin as Disorder and Asceticism as Healing, pt 2 (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) Geoff continues talking with regular guest David Clayton about how the Desert Fathers and Mothers understood sin as discorder (of all kinds) and how asceticism was a path toward freedom to love God and others. 

They discuss sin not merely as rule-breaking but as patterns that impair clear seeing, free choosing, and loving well. Asceticism is presented as training that frees the heart by reshaping habits, while emphasizing grace, mercy, and the hope to “begin again” each day. They particularly focus on the concept of "watchfulness" and the neuroscience of "paying attention." 

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]]> Geoff continues talking with regular guest David Clayton about how the Desert Fathers and Mothers understood sin as discorder (of all kinds) and how asceticism was a path toward freedom to love God and others. 

They discuss sin not merely as rule-breaking but as patterns that impair clear seeing, free choosing, and loving well. Asceticism is presented as training that frees the heart by reshaping habits, while emphasizing grace, mercy, and the hope to “begin again” each day. They particularly focus on the concept of "watchfulness" and the neuroscience of "paying attention." 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-19333361 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 3397 full false 146 Sin as Disorder and Asceticism as Healing, pt. 1 (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) 146 Sin as Disorder and Asceticism as Healing, pt. 1 (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) In this episode on early Christian monasticism, Geoff and regular guest David Clayton explore how the Desert Fathers and Mothers understood sin as discorder (of all kinds) and how asceticism was a path toward freedom to love God and others. They discuss sin not merely as rule-breaking but as patterns that impair clear seeing, free choosing, and loving well. Asceticism is presented as training that frees the heart by reshaping habits, while emphasizing grace, mercy, and the hope to “begin again” each day.

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]]> In this episode on early Christian monasticism, Geoff and regular guest David Clayton explore how the Desert Fathers and Mothers understood sin as discorder (of all kinds) and how asceticism was a path toward freedom to love God and others. They discuss sin not merely as rule-breaking but as patterns that impair clear seeing, free choosing, and loving well. Asceticism is presented as training that frees the heart by reshaping habits, while emphasizing grace, mercy, and the hope to “begin again” each day.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-19199787 Thu, 21 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 3866 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 146 full false 145 The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery (with Dr. Lee Warren) 145 The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery (with Dr. Lee Warren) What if you have more power over how you experience your life than you think? What if you could learn how to change the patterns that are keeping you stuck? What if there is a life-changing art of self-brain surgery?

Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw interview neurosurgeon, trauma survivor, and author Dr. Lee Warren about the shift from feeling like a helpless “patient” to acting with agency like a “doctor.” Drawing from bereavement after his son’s death and the breakthroughs of functional MRI observations, he shows us how the mind can transform the brain.

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]]> What if you have more power over how you experience your life than you think? What if you could learn how to change the patterns that are keeping you stuck? What if there is a life-changing art of self-brain surgery?

Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw interview neurosurgeon, trauma survivor, and author Dr. Lee Warren about the shift from feeling like a helpless “patient” to acting with agency like a “doctor.” Drawing from bereavement after his son’s death and the breakthroughs of functional MRI observations, he shows us how the mind can transform the brain.

Find out more about Dr. Lee Warren here.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-19141483 Thu, 07 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2975 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 145 full false 144 Discipling The Diseased Imagination (with Dr. Justin Bailey) 144 Discipling The Diseased Imagination (with Dr. Justin Bailey) You often hear that we live by the stories we tell about our lives and the lives of others. But how does that actually work? It works through our imaginations, that part of the mind that allows us to see what’s deeper, that ‘something more’ of experience, that reality bigger than the world. 

Dr. Justin Bailey joins the show to talk about how the imagination dwells at the heart of discipleship and spiritual formation, how it helps us go deeper than just believing and behaving, and how we can grow it. 

You can connect more with Dr. Bailey at his website and his Substack. 

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]]> You often hear that we live by the stories we tell about our lives and the lives of others. But how does that actually work? It works through our imaginations, that part of the mind that allows us to see what’s deeper, that ‘something more’ of experience, that reality bigger than the world. 

Dr. Justin Bailey joins the show to talk about how the imagination dwells at the heart of discipleship and spiritual formation, how it helps us go deeper than just believing and behaving, and how we can grow it. 

You can connect more with Dr. Bailey at his website and his Substack. 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-19093004 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2168 8 144 full false When God Seems Distant: From Dry Seasons to Spiritual Growth (with Kyle Strobel) When God Seems Distant: From Dry Seasons to Spiritual Growth (with Kyle Strobel) Host Geoff Holsclaw interviews Dr. Kyle Strobel (Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot School of Theology) about his book When God Seems Distant: Surprising Ways God Deepens Our Faith and Draws Us Near. 

Kyle explains “early consolation” as a common season where God gives pleasure and zeal that can mask unformed character, and how this can be followed by “the desert” where these early consolations are removed.  But these seasons are God’s gift to reveal the heart and grow love.

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]]> Host Geoff Holsclaw interviews Dr. Kyle Strobel (Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot School of Theology) about his book When God Seems Distant: Surprising Ways God Deepens Our Faith and Draws Us Near. 

Kyle explains “early consolation” as a common season where God gives pleasure and zeal that can mask unformed character, and how this can be followed by “the desert” where these early consolations are removed.  But these seasons are God’s gift to reveal the heart and grow love.

Follow Dr. Strobel on his Substack.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19060977 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 2775 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 143 full false 142 When Believing Isn’t Blind, but It Doesn’t have Sight Either 142 When Believing Isn’t Blind, but It Doesn’t have Sight Either During this Easter week, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw talk about how we walk by faith, and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7), but that this isn't just blind faith. They discuss walking by faith, emphasizing that Christian faith is relational trust and attachment rather than merely ideas, and that faith crises often begin with emotional wounds and ruptures in church relationships that later get translated into doctrinal doubt.

They argue resurrection faith is not blind, citing reasons why it is reasonable to believe that Jesus really was raised from the grave. They close by reflecting on trust in everyday relationships, Jesus’ experience of betrayal, Psalm 121, and Aaron's Blessing.

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]]> During this Easter week, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw talk about how we walk by faith, and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7), but that this isn't just blind faith. They discuss walking by faith, emphasizing that Christian faith is relational trust and attachment rather than merely ideas, and that faith crises often begin with emotional wounds and ruptures in church relationships that later get translated into doctrinal doubt.

They argue resurrection faith is not blind, citing reasons why it is reasonable to believe that Jesus really was raised from the grave. They close by reflecting on trust in everyday relationships, Jesus’ experience of betrayal, Psalm 121, and Aaron's Blessing.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18978785 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2021 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 142 full false 141 Exchanging our Emotional Yo-Yos for Jesus's Yes 141 Exchanging our Emotional Yo-Yos for Jesus's Yes In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw explore the ancient Christian “Great Exchange”, that Jesus became what we are so we could become what he is—taking on humanity, sin, weakness, and death to give righteousness, strength, adoption, and life. They contrast Peter’s Passion-week emotional “yo-yo” with Jesus’ steady “yes,” holding both intimacy and independence with the Father and his disciples through the Last Supper, Gethsemane, and the cross. The episode closes with a palms-up/palms-down practice of releasing what we carry and receiving what Christ has already accomplished, a short prayer, and a blessing.

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]]> In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw explore the ancient Christian “Great Exchange”, that Jesus became what we are so we could become what he is—taking on humanity, sin, weakness, and death to give righteousness, strength, adoption, and life. They contrast Peter’s Passion-week emotional “yo-yo” with Jesus’ steady “yes,” holding both intimacy and independence with the Father and his disciples through the Last Supper, Gethsemane, and the cross. The episode closes with a palms-up/palms-down practice of releasing what we carry and receiving what Christ has already accomplished, a short prayer, and a blessing.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18966600 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1789 8 140 full false 140 How Examined Weakness Becomes Formative (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) 140 How Examined Weakness Becomes Formative (Voices from the Kellia—with David Clayton) Geoff Holsclaw and regular guest David Clayton continue their monastic series, exploring how “unexamined strength becomes brittle” while "examined weakness becomes formative." 

Using desert monasticism as a “laboratory of revelation,” they describe how removing distractions exposes deeper emotions, thoughts, and disordered attachments, all of which invite humility, integration, and grace. They also address caricatures of asceticism as self-striving by framing the practices as the stripping away of self-reliance in order to receive everything by grace.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw and regular guest David Clayton continue their monastic series, exploring how “unexamined strength becomes brittle” while "examined weakness becomes formative." 

Using desert monasticism as a “laboratory of revelation,” they describe how removing distractions exposes deeper emotions, thoughts, and disordered attachments, all of which invite humility, integration, and grace. They also address caricatures of asceticism as self-striving by framing the practices as the stripping away of self-reliance in order to receive everything by grace.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18946909 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400 3013 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 140 full false 139 Why A Doomscrolling World Needs a Return to Joy 139 Why A Doomscrolling World Needs a Return to Joy Hosts Geoff and Cyd talk about how to return to joy in a doomscrolling world by creating small moments to turn toward God instead of compulsively turning to devices.

They explore why people doom scroll—negativity bias, seeking control, dopamine loops, emotional avoidance, fear of missing out, and “revenge bedtime procrastination”—and how constant exposure to global danger can overwhelm the nervous system and fuel comparison and anxiety. 

They emphasize that “choosing joy” requires active training, not slogans, and point to biblical rhythms of rejoicing as a model. Practical experiments include intentionally looking for and savoring goodness and beauty, pausing to pray (“God, you know”) before scrolling, setting phone boundaries, and changing a lock screen as a prompt.

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]]> Hosts Geoff and Cyd talk about how to return to joy in a doomscrolling world by creating small moments to turn toward God instead of compulsively turning to devices.

They explore why people doom scroll—negativity bias, seeking control, dopamine loops, emotional avoidance, fear of missing out, and “revenge bedtime procrastination”—and how constant exposure to global danger can overwhelm the nervous system and fuel comparison and anxiety. 

They emphasize that “choosing joy” requires active training, not slogans, and point to biblical rhythms of rejoicing as a model. Practical experiments include intentionally looking for and savoring goodness and beauty, pausing to pray (“God, you know”) before scrolling, setting phone boundaries, and changing a lock screen as a prompt.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18938403 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1570 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 139 full false 138 Is Humility Bad For Your Self-Esteem, or Good For Loving Others? (Voices from the Kellia) 138 Is Humility Bad For Your Self-Esteem, or Good For Loving Others? (Voices from the Kellia) In a world of self-promotion, self-esteem, and self-worth, is there a place for Christian humility? What can we learn from the monks of old and how they connected humility to love?

Host Geoff Holsclaw welcomes back David Clayton (Spiritual Director and Forensics Behavioral Analyst) to continue our monastic series (Voices from the Kellia), where they talk about how humility for the monk was not just about feeling like a worthless wretch, but about creating space for love for others by receiving God's love for us. 

Geoff and David contrast self-deprecation and “worm theology” with a true humility that cultivates a non-defensive posture open to reality without resentment.

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]]> In a world of self-promotion, self-esteem, and self-worth, is there a place for Christian humility? What can we learn from the monks of old and how they connected humility to love?

Host Geoff Holsclaw welcomes back David Clayton (Spiritual Director and Forensics Behavioral Analyst) to continue our monastic series (Voices from the Kellia), where they talk about how humility for the monk was not just about feeling like a worthless wretch, but about creating space for love for others by receiving God's love for us. 

Geoff and David contrast self-deprecation and “worm theology” with a true humility that cultivates a non-defensive posture open to reality without resentment.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18912559 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 3970 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 138 full false 137 What If God Actually Likes You? 137 What If God Actually Likes You? Cyd and Geoff continue their Lent/wilderness theme by challenging common images of God as stern, aloof, or judgmental and emphasizing instead that God’s face is turned toward us with joy. 

Using the Aaronic blessing (Numbers 6:22–27), they describe two dynamics: “amplification of joy” (God’s face shining upon us) and “returning to joy” (God turning toward us to bring peace), illustrated through parent-infant eye contact and attunement that builds resilience. Join them to remember that God actually likes you!

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]]> Cyd and Geoff continue their Lent/wilderness theme by challenging common images of God as stern, aloof, or judgmental and emphasizing instead that God’s face is turned toward us with joy. 

Using the Aaronic blessing (Numbers 6:22–27), they describe two dynamics: “amplification of joy” (God’s face shining upon us) and “returning to joy” (God turning toward us to bring peace), illustrated through parent-infant eye contact and attunement that builds resilience. Join them to remember that God actually likes you!

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18888027 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 1603 8 137 full false 136 The One Thing Your Soul Actually Wants 136 The One Thing Your Soul Actually Wants In this new episode, Geoff and Cyd explore joy as a crucial part of practicing Lent, making Lent worthwhile by creating space for a deeper connection with God. They begin with a gratitude practice, and then reflect on Hebrews 12:1–2 and “the joy set before Jesus" as he endured the cross. They link this to wilderness experiences and the concept of spiritual bypassing.

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]]> In this new episode, Geoff and Cyd explore joy as a crucial part of practicing Lent, making Lent worthwhile by creating space for a deeper connection with God. They begin with a gratitude practice, and then reflect on Hebrews 12:1–2 and “the joy set before Jesus" as he endured the cross. They link this to wilderness experiences and the concept of spiritual bypassing.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18857899 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1487 8 136 full false 135 Tested with Jesus (3): "Worship Me" and the Attack on Love 135 Tested with Jesus (3): "Worship Me" and the Attack on Love In this final Lent episode on Jesus’ temptations, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw explore the third temptation as an attack on Jesus’ agency—shifting from anxiety-driven hyperactivation to independence-driven deactivation of attachment. They discuss how modern pressures like hustle culture, comparison, and radical self-reliance can pull people toward building “lesser kingdoms” instead of using their agency to love God and others. Jesus refuses Satan’s offer of power and chooses worship and service to God alone, modeling a “self with others” rooted in love as action.

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]]> In this final Lent episode on Jesus’ temptations, Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw explore the third temptation as an attack on Jesus’ agency—shifting from anxiety-driven hyperactivation to independence-driven deactivation of attachment. They discuss how modern pressures like hustle culture, comparison, and radical self-reliance can pull people toward building “lesser kingdoms” instead of using their agency to love God and others. Jesus refuses Satan’s offer of power and chooses worship and service to God alone, modeling a “self with others” rooted in love as action.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18734869 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1534 8 135 full false 134 Tested with Jesus (2): Attack on Faith and Falling from the Temple 134 Tested with Jesus (2): Attack on Faith and Falling from the Temple The Attaching to God podcast continues a three-week Lenten series on the Temptations of Jesus.

This episode reframes Jesus’ second temptation as an attack on his secure attachment to the Father—an attack on FAITH, provoking anxiety and testing whether God is really available. Geoff and Cyd talk about all the different reasons we develop “trust issues” and how they come out in our lives. They define faith as embodied reliance and lived loyalty, they share practical examples, and offer a practical Lenten practice. 

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]]> The Attaching to God podcast continues a three-week Lenten series on the Temptations of Jesus.

This episode reframes Jesus’ second temptation as an attack on his secure attachment to the Father—an attack on FAITH, provoking anxiety and testing whether God is really available. Geoff and Cyd talk about all the different reasons we develop “trust issues” and how they come out in our lives. They define faith as embodied reliance and lived loyalty, they share practical examples, and offer a practical Lenten practice. 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18734650 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1232 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction, Lent, Temptations of Jesus 8 134 full false 133 Tested with Jesus (1): Stones to Bread and the Attack on Hope 133 Tested with Jesus (1): Stones to Bread and the Attack on Hope The Attaching to God podcast returns after a break to begin a three-week Lenten series on the Temptations of Jesus. Hosts Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw (co-founders of the Center for Embodied Faith) reframe Jesus’ first temptation as an attack on his secure attachment to the Father—an attack on hope. The hosts connect this to modern anxieties that push people into “protection mode,” explain Jesus’ scripture-based response (“not by bread alone”), define hope as expectant waiting rooted in attachment, and offer a Lenten practice. The next episode will focus on the second temptation as an attack on faith.

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]]> The Attaching to God podcast returns after a break to begin a three-week Lenten series on the Temptations of Jesus. Hosts Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw (co-founders of the Center for Embodied Faith) reframe Jesus’ first temptation as an attack on his secure attachment to the Father—an attack on hope. The hosts connect this to modern anxieties that push people into “protection mode,” explain Jesus’ scripture-based response (“not by bread alone”), define hope as expectant waiting rooted in attachment, and offer a Lenten practice. The next episode will focus on the second temptation as an attack on faith.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18705470 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 1357 Lent, Temptations of Christ, Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 8 133 full false 132 Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? (Replay for Thanksgiving) 132 Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? (Replay for Thanksgiving) What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

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]]> What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-18256833 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0500 1302 full false 131 (Bonus) Spiritual Direction as Friendship (from the Kellia, with David Clayton) 131 (Bonus) Spiritual Direction as Friendship (from the Kellia, with David Clayton) In this BONUS episode (before season 8 starts), host Geoff Holsclaw starts experimenting with regular guest hosts to dive deeper into certain topics.

This episode sees the return of David Clayton, a spiritual director, supervisor of spiritual directors, and a trained behavior analyst and facilitator of psychological safety. 

David will bring us the "voices from the Kellia"—the monastic "cells" in the heart of the desert. As a twist of sorts, we believe the insights of Christian asceticism and monasticism still speak wisdom into our modern life (even our corporate and business lives). 

This time we focus on the role of spiritual direction, connecting it to friendship, vulnerability, and psychological safety. This episode sets the stage for ongoing discussions with David and promises practical advice for spiritual and personal development.

David Clayton is a Spiritual Director and Supervisor of Directors. He is a trained Behaviour Analyst, and is a Facilitator of Psychological Safety. Learn more at Monos-Collective.

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]]> In this BONUS episode (before season 8 starts), host Geoff Holsclaw starts experimenting with regular guest hosts to dive deeper into certain topics.

This episode sees the return of David Clayton, a spiritual director, supervisor of spiritual directors, and a trained behavior analyst and facilitator of psychological safety. 

David will bring us the "voices from the Kellia"—the monastic "cells" in the heart of the desert. As a twist of sorts, we believe the insights of Christian asceticism and monasticism still speak wisdom into our modern life (even our corporate and business lives). 

This time we focus on the role of spiritual direction, connecting it to friendship, vulnerability, and psychological safety. This episode sets the stage for ongoing discussions with David and promises practical advice for spiritual and personal development.

David Clayton is a Spiritual Director and Supervisor of Directors. He is a trained Behaviour Analyst, and is a Facilitator of Psychological Safety. Learn more at Monos-Collective.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18226365 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 2911 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, spiritual direction 131 full true 130 (Bonus) Deeply Loved: Exploring Empathy and Spiritual Growth (with Bill & Kristi Gaultiere) 130 (Bonus) Deeply Loved: Exploring Empathy and Spiritual Growth (with Bill & Kristi Gaultiere) In this episode, hosts Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw talk with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere, founders of Soul Shepherding, and authors of Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You. 

The conversation explores the Gaultiers' journey into psychology and ministry, their insights into empathy and emotional intelligence, and their focus on providing resources for emotional and spiritual health. The discussion also touches on fostering healthy attachment with God and others, stewarding empathy, and the importance of integrating care and guidance in ministry.

And join us for the FREE Attaching to God Summit (Oct. 14-16). Register Now. 

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]]> In this episode, hosts Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw talk with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere, founders of Soul Shepherding, and authors of Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You. 

The conversation explores the Gaultiers' journey into psychology and ministry, their insights into empathy and emotional intelligence, and their focus on providing resources for emotional and spiritual health. The discussion also touches on fostering healthy attachment with God and others, stewarding empathy, and the importance of integrating care and guidance in ministry.

And join us for the FREE Attaching to God Summit (Oct. 14-16). Register Now. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17932682 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2316 Embodied Faith, Center for Embodied Faith, Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, Empathy 130 full false 129 Why Spiritual Directors are Reading "Landscapes of the Soul" 129 Why Spiritual Directors are Reading "Landscapes of the Soul" In this special book launch episode, Geoff interviews Summer Joy Gross about why spiritual directors are reading and recommending Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection.

This episode touches on the need to balance between intimacy and independence in spiritual life and the benefits of using attachment theory in understanding one's relationship with God.

Summer has just written a book called, The Emmanuel Promise: Discovering the Security of a Life Held by God,  and you can find out more about her work at her Patreon page. 

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]]> In this special book launch episode, Geoff interviews Summer Joy Gross about why spiritual directors are reading and recommending Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection.

This episode touches on the need to balance between intimacy and independence in spiritual life and the benefits of using attachment theory in understanding one's relationship with God.

Summer has just written a book called, The Emmanuel Promise: Discovering the Security of a Life Held by God,  and you can find out more about her work at her Patreon page. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17701645 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:00:00 -0400 1868 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 129 full false 128 Why Therapists Are Reading "Landscapes of the Soul" (with Monica Mouer, LPCS) 128 Why Therapists Are Reading "Landscapes of the Soul" (with Monica Mouer, LPCS) In this special book launch episode, Geoff interviews Monica Mauer about why therapists are reading Landscapes of the Soul, and how it can help their clients.

Monica is a therapist, therapist supervisor, and founder of the Center for Family Transformation. Monica talks about the unique and very helpful terminology used in the book to describe the different attachment strategies, such as the JUNGLE, the DESERT, the WAR ZONE, and the PASTURE, and how helpful it is to focus on intimacy and independence over anxiety and avoidance. They also touch on the centrality of joyful connection in relationships and the transformative potential of secure attachments with God.

Find out about the "Life Model Informed Therapy" certification here. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> In this special book launch episode, Geoff interviews Monica Mauer about why therapists are reading Landscapes of the Soul, and how it can help their clients.

Monica is a therapist, therapist supervisor, and founder of the Center for Family Transformation. Monica talks about the unique and very helpful terminology used in the book to describe the different attachment strategies, such as the JUNGLE, the DESERT, the WAR ZONE, and the PASTURE, and how helpful it is to focus on intimacy and independence over anxiety and avoidance. They also touch on the centrality of joyful connection in relationships and the transformative potential of secure attachments with God.

Find out about the "Life Model Informed Therapy" certification here. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17585333 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400 2229 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 128 full false 127 Landscapes of the Soul: Chapters 1-2 (read by Cyd Holsclaw) 127 Landscapes of the Soul: Chapters 1-2 (read by Cyd Holsclaw) Here is an audio snippet of our new book. Description below. Please buy and review.

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Does it feel like you experience life in a totally different way than others? Like you are living somewhere else, and you can’t build connection or intimacy with God like others can?

There’s a good chance that you, like so many of us, have tried it all: read your Bible more, gone to church more, prayed more, and delved deeper into self-awareness. But you still struggle with discontent, anxiety, avoidance and doubt. You still feel stuck.

No matter where you find yourself emotionally, relationally, or spiritually, Jesus meets you there and helps you move toward a place of peace and rest. As pastors, coaches, and educators, Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw are very familiar with this struggle, and they are prepared to help. In Landscapes of the Soul, they draw on the science and spirituality of attachment theory, biblical wisdom, and the language of spiritual formation to show us why Christians tend to get stuck spiritually―and how to get unstuck and move forward.

Whether you feel like you’re living in a spiritual jungle, desert, or war zone, you will discover:

  • how you are designed to grow good roots through healthy relational attachment
  • how things go wrong through your often-distorted survival strategies
  • how God repairs your faith, hope, and love for Him, others, and ourselves
  • how Jesus quiets your anxious and avoidant faith
  • how to incorporate practices for building your security with God

You aren’t meant to live in the anxiety of a jungle, the desolation of a desert, or the chaos of a war zone. God designed you to live in joy and peace in relationship with Him, as if you are in a pasture, under the protective care of the Good Shepherd.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Here is an audio snippet of our new book. Description below. Please buy and review.

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Does it feel like you experience life in a totally different way than others? Like you are living somewhere else, and you can’t build connection or intimacy with God like others can?

There’s a good chance that you, like so many of us, have tried it all: read your Bible more, gone to church more, prayed more, and delved deeper into self-awareness. But you still struggle with discontent, anxiety, avoidance and doubt. You still feel stuck.

No matter where you find yourself emotionally, relationally, or spiritually, Jesus meets you there and helps you move toward a place of peace and rest. As pastors, coaches, and educators, Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw are very familiar with this struggle, and they are prepared to help. In Landscapes of the Soul, they draw on the science and spirituality of attachment theory, biblical wisdom, and the language of spiritual formation to show us why Christians tend to get stuck spiritually―and how to get unstuck and move forward.

Whether you feel like you’re living in a spiritual jungle, desert, or war zone, you will discover:

  • how you are designed to grow good roots through healthy relational attachment
  • how things go wrong through your often-distorted survival strategies
  • how God repairs your faith, hope, and love for Him, others, and ourselves
  • how Jesus quiets your anxious and avoidant faith
  • how to incorporate practices for building your security with God

You aren’t meant to live in the anxiety of a jungle, the desolation of a desert, or the chaos of a war zone. God designed you to live in joy and peace in relationship with Him, as if you are in a pasture, under the protective care of the Good Shepherd.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

Stay Connected: 

]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17593805 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1875 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day full false 126 Where it all started: The Shepherd Story (with Cyd Holsclaw) 126 Where it all started: The Shepherd Story (with Cyd Holsclaw) In a sense, this is where all the attachment stuff started, with Cyd telling the "Shepherd Story" to our boys during bedtime. Over and over, year by year, she did this little guided meditation with them. She was doing attachment work with the Good Shepherd even before we had language for it. 

Many listeners and cohort members have asked for a recording of this prayer exercise, so here it is. 

For all the background (attachment theory and spirituality), see our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection (and please review it on Amazon).

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]]> In a sense, this is where all the attachment stuff started, with Cyd telling the "Shepherd Story" to our boys during bedtime. Over and over, year by year, she did this little guided meditation with them. She was doing attachment work with the Good Shepherd even before we had language for it. 

Many listeners and cohort members have asked for a recording of this prayer exercise, so here it is. 

For all the background (attachment theory and spirituality), see our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection (and please review it on Amazon).

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17584009 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 565 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 126 full false 125 A Teachable Spirit Among Strangers and Enemies (with A.J. Swoboda) 125 A Teachable Spirit Among Strangers and Enemies (with A.J. Swoboda) Should Christians be teachable, and how can we discipline desire, that’s what we are talking about today, and stories learning to attach more deeply with God. 

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw welcomes Dr. A.J. Swoboda to discuss the virtue of having a teachable spirit. The conversation explores the challenges of remaining teachable in a culture that often discourages vulnerability and humility.

Dr. A. J. Swoboda is a professor, writer, and pastor. He is the Associate Professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University and leads the Doctorate program in Christian Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He is the author of many books, recently The Gift of Thorns: Jesus, the Flesh, and the War for Our Wants and A Teachable Spirit: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, and Absolutely Anyone.

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]]> Should Christians be teachable, and how can we discipline desire, that’s what we are talking about today, and stories learning to attach more deeply with God. 

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw welcomes Dr. A.J. Swoboda to discuss the virtue of having a teachable spirit. The conversation explores the challenges of remaining teachable in a culture that often discourages vulnerability and humility.

Dr. A. J. Swoboda is a professor, writer, and pastor. He is the Associate Professor of Bible, theology, and world Christianity at Bushnell University and leads the Doctorate program in Christian Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He is the author of many books, recently The Gift of Thorns: Jesus, the Flesh, and the War for Our Wants and A Teachable Spirit: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, and Absolutely Anyone.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17575194 Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2677 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 125 full false 124 Healing Love & Sacred Attachments: Between Trauma and Transformation (with Michael John Cusick) 124 Healing Love & Sacred Attachments: Between Trauma and Transformation (with Michael John Cusick) What do you do when the gap between what you believe and what you experience feels insurmountable? Where do you turn when trauma leaves you feeling lost, ashamed, and exhausted, spinning spiritually, but still longing for a relationship with God?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, Geoff Holsclaw talks with Michael John Cusick about themes from his new book, discussing the disconnect between belief and experience, particularly in the presence of trauma.

Michael John Cusick is the CEO and founder of Restoring the Soul, an intensive counseling ministry in Denver. He is a licensed professional counselor, spiritual director, and former assistant professor of counseling at Colorado Christian University.  Along with other books, he has recently published Sacred Attachments: Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> What do you do when the gap between what you believe and what you experience feels insurmountable? Where do you turn when trauma leaves you feeling lost, ashamed, and exhausted, spinning spiritually, but still longing for a relationship with God?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, Geoff Holsclaw talks with Michael John Cusick about themes from his new book, discussing the disconnect between belief and experience, particularly in the presence of trauma.

Michael John Cusick is the CEO and founder of Restoring the Soul, an intensive counseling ministry in Denver. He is a licensed professional counselor, spiritual director, and former assistant professor of counseling at Colorado Christian University.  Along with other books, he has recently published Sacred Attachments: Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17508619 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2440 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 124 full false 123 Why We Gather: The Neuroscience Behind Corporate Worship (with Dr. Joshua Cockanye) 123 Why We Gather: The Neuroscience Behind Corporate Worship (with Dr. Joshua Cockanye) Is corporate worship just the transfer of information? Or to whip up our emotions into a frenzy? Or does corporate worship do something else?

In this episode, host Geoff Holsclaw engages with Reverend Dr. Joshua Cockayne about corporate worship, joint attention in spiritual formation, and perspectives from developmental psychology, attachment theory, and neuroscience. This episode challenges the traditional dichotomy between cognition and affect, proposing a more nuanced understanding of worship as a communal, transformative experience.

Dr Joshua Cockayne is the Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology at Cranmer Hall in Durham, UK, where he also lectures on mission and evangelism. He is the co-author of several books, including Dawn of Sunday: The Trinity and Trauma Safe Churches, and more recently, Why We Gather: Psychology, Theology and Liturgical Practice.


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]]> Is corporate worship just the transfer of information? Or to whip up our emotions into a frenzy? Or does corporate worship do something else?

In this episode, host Geoff Holsclaw engages with Reverend Dr. Joshua Cockayne about corporate worship, joint attention in spiritual formation, and perspectives from developmental psychology, attachment theory, and neuroscience. This episode challenges the traditional dichotomy between cognition and affect, proposing a more nuanced understanding of worship as a communal, transformative experience.

Dr Joshua Cockayne is the Director of the Bede Centre for Church Planting Theology at Cranmer Hall in Durham, UK, where he also lectures on mission and evangelism. He is the co-author of several books, including Dawn of Sunday: The Trinity and Trauma Safe Churches, and more recently, Why We Gather: Psychology, Theology and Liturgical Practice.


Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17485860 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2703 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 123 full false 122 Constructing Calm: A Guide for Families in a Fast-Paced World (with Sarah Boyd) 122 Constructing Calm: A Guide for Families in a Fast-Paced World (with Sarah Boyd) Have you felt overwhelmed and flattened by the sheer amount of noise and distraction in your home, your schedule, and your brain?  In our fast-paced culture, is it possible to set up our families and children to thrive?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff welcomes Sarah Boyd, writer, child development expert, and founder of Resilient Little Hearts. Sarah discusses her new book, Turn Down the Noise: A Practical Guide to Building an Emotionally Healthy Family in a Chronically Overstimulated World, a practical guide to creating emotionally healthy families in today's overstimulated world. They delve into topics like self-regulation, co-regulation, the importance of play, simplifying home environments, and the balance between stress and joy. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Have you felt overwhelmed and flattened by the sheer amount of noise and distraction in your home, your schedule, and your brain?  In our fast-paced culture, is it possible to set up our families and children to thrive?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff welcomes Sarah Boyd, writer, child development expert, and founder of Resilient Little Hearts. Sarah discusses her new book, Turn Down the Noise: A Practical Guide to Building an Emotionally Healthy Family in a Chronically Overstimulated World, a practical guide to creating emotionally healthy families in today's overstimulated world. They delve into topics like self-regulation, co-regulation, the importance of play, simplifying home environments, and the balance between stress and joy. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17469887 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2240 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 122 full false 121 Evolving Narcissism, Attacks on Empathy, and Raising Up Resilient Churches (with Dr. Chuck DeGroat) 121 Evolving Narcissism, Attacks on Empathy, and Raising Up Resilient Churches (with Dr. Chuck DeGroat) Is society producing more narcissists, or producing more people susceptible to abuse by narcissists? How has narcissism evolved in our internet age?

In this episode, we explore the evolving nature of narcissism in the internet age and its impact on church communities. We discuss the shift from authority-based to algorithm-based influence, the rise of performative narcissism, and the attack on empathy.

Our guest is Dr. Chuck DeGroat, the Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary, Holland, MI.  He is also a licensed and practicing therapist, a spiritual director, author of five books, his newest book, Healing What’s Within. He also wrote When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community from Emotional and Spiritual Abuse.


Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Is society producing more narcissists, or producing more people susceptible to abuse by narcissists? How has narcissism evolved in our internet age?

In this episode, we explore the evolving nature of narcissism in the internet age and its impact on church communities. We discuss the shift from authority-based to algorithm-based influence, the rise of performative narcissism, and the attack on empathy.

Our guest is Dr. Chuck DeGroat, the Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary, Holland, MI.  He is also a licensed and practicing therapist, a spiritual director, author of five books, his newest book, Healing What’s Within. He also wrote When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community from Emotional and Spiritual Abuse.


Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17443286 Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2554 Attachment Theory, Narcissism, Empathy, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 121 full false 120 The FISH Model: Beyond Modern Impasses to Spiritual and Emotional Health (with Dr. Marcus Warner) 120 The FISH Model: Beyond Modern Impasses to Spiritual and Emotional Health (with Dr. Marcus Warner) What are the limitations of our modern approaches to discipleship and spiritual formation? How do our neural pathways connect to our spiritual pathways? Does brain-wiring connect to spiritual warfare? And how does this all connect to our identity in Christ?

In this episode of the Attach To God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw delves into the intersections of neuroscience and spiritual pathways with Dr. Marcus Warner, president of Deeper Walk International. They explore the limitations of traditional enlightenment and Puritan-based approaches to spiritual transformation, and cover deeper discipleship through the FISH model (Freedom, Identity, Spirit walk, and Heart-focused community).

Dr. Marcus Warner has served as president of Deeper Walk International since 2006. He has written 16 books on topics ranging from brain science to spiritual warfare, including Rare Leadership, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages, and Understanding the Wounded Heart. Marcus is a conference speaker who works with both ministry and corporate groups around the world.  His passion is taking complex topics and making them practical and accessible for everyone.


Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> What are the limitations of our modern approaches to discipleship and spiritual formation? How do our neural pathways connect to our spiritual pathways? Does brain-wiring connect to spiritual warfare? And how does this all connect to our identity in Christ?

In this episode of the Attach To God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw delves into the intersections of neuroscience and spiritual pathways with Dr. Marcus Warner, president of Deeper Walk International. They explore the limitations of traditional enlightenment and Puritan-based approaches to spiritual transformation, and cover deeper discipleship through the FISH model (Freedom, Identity, Spirit walk, and Heart-focused community).

Dr. Marcus Warner has served as president of Deeper Walk International since 2006. He has written 16 books on topics ranging from brain science to spiritual warfare, including Rare Leadership, The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled Marriages, and Understanding the Wounded Heart. Marcus is a conference speaker who works with both ministry and corporate groups around the world.  His passion is taking complex topics and making them practical and accessible for everyone.


Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17431030 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 2311 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 120 full false 119 Finding Miracles Between Doubt and Joy (with singer-songwriter Andy Squyres) 119 Finding Miracles Between Doubt and Joy (with singer-songwriter Andy Squyres) In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw chats with singer-songwriter and poet Andy Squyres about his faith journey, his time in Santa Cruz, and reconciling disappointment with hope. 

They discuss his creative process, dealing with grief and deconstruction, and the significance of embracing both doctrinal depth and authentic emotional experiences in faith.

Andy Squyres is a songwriter and author born and raised in the Bay Area of northern California who for the last quarter century has been working from the suburbs of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Check out his latest EP, "Miracle Service".

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, host Geoff Holsclaw chats with singer-songwriter and poet Andy Squyres about his faith journey, his time in Santa Cruz, and reconciling disappointment with hope. 

They discuss his creative process, dealing with grief and deconstruction, and the significance of embracing both doctrinal depth and authentic emotional experiences in faith.

Andy Squyres is a songwriter and author born and raised in the Bay Area of northern California who for the last quarter century has been working from the suburbs of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Check out his latest EP, "Miracle Service".

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]]> Buzzsprout-17399159 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2785 7 119 full false 118 Beyond Discipleship: The Future of Spiritual Formation (with Kyle Strobel) 118 Beyond Discipleship: The Future of Spiritual Formation (with Kyle Strobel) What exactly is spiritual formation? Is it similar or different than discipleship? And who is having this conversation about spiritual formation anyway?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosted by Geoff Holsclaw and produced by Embodied Faith, the focus is on spiritual formation—what it is, how it compares to discipleship, and its future. Dr. Strobel shares his journey into this field, discusses the historical background of spiritual formation within evangelicalism, and explains the importance of integrating theological depth into spiritual practices. Concerns about the potential pitfalls of spiritual formation becoming a mere self-help concept and the need for ecclesial context and communal life are highlighted.

Dr. Kyle Strobel is the director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation and is associate professor of spiritual theology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, who writes and teaches in the area of spiritual formation. He is most recently the co-author of the book, Where Prayer Becomes Real: How Honesty with God Transforms Your Soul.

Be sure to follow his writing on his Substack. 

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]]> What exactly is spiritual formation? Is it similar or different than discipleship? And who is having this conversation about spiritual formation anyway?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosted by Geoff Holsclaw and produced by Embodied Faith, the focus is on spiritual formation—what it is, how it compares to discipleship, and its future. Dr. Strobel shares his journey into this field, discusses the historical background of spiritual formation within evangelicalism, and explains the importance of integrating theological depth into spiritual practices. Concerns about the potential pitfalls of spiritual formation becoming a mere self-help concept and the need for ecclesial context and communal life are highlighted.

Dr. Kyle Strobel is the director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation and is associate professor of spiritual theology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, who writes and teaches in the area of spiritual formation. He is most recently the co-author of the book, Where Prayer Becomes Real: How Honesty with God Transforms Your Soul.

Be sure to follow his writing on his Substack. 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17365306 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2257 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 118 full false 117 Finding Emotional Health While Helping Other: or, Healing Leadership Trauma (with Sheila and Nicholas Rowe) 117 Finding Emotional Health While Helping Other: or, Healing Leadership Trauma (with Sheila and Nicholas Rowe) In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we explore the often overlooked emotional struggles faced by leaders. 

Our guests are Nicholas and Sheila Wise Rowe. Nicholas Rowe is the Haslin Associate Professor of Leadership at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. And Sheila Wise Row is a seasoned counselor and author (and previous podcast guest). We talk about their new book, Healing Leadership Trauma: Finding Emotional Health and Helping Others Flourish. The conversation delves into the impact of trauma, attachment theory, and the myths of self-sufficiency in leadership. They also cover systemic challenges such as racial and gender trauma and share practical embodied practices for healing.

00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Trauma

00:44 Meet the Authors: Nicholas Row and Sheila Wise Row

02:04 The Journey of Co-Writing 'Healing Leadership'

03:16 Understanding Leadership Challenges

06:54 Attachment Theory and Leadership

09:06 Insecure Attachment in Leadership

17:00 The Myth of Self-Sufficiency in Leadership

22:12 Systemic Dynamics: Gender and Racial Trauma

25:45 Historical Context of Cultural Systems

26:35 Challenges Faced by Marginalized Leaders

28:10 Gender Expectations and Leadership

30:36 Defining Leadership Trauma

32:32 Embodied Practices for Healing

37:54 Community Support and Accountability

45:37 Final Thoughts and Staying Connected



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]]> In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we explore the often overlooked emotional struggles faced by leaders. 

Our guests are Nicholas and Sheila Wise Rowe. Nicholas Rowe is the Haslin Associate Professor of Leadership at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. And Sheila Wise Row is a seasoned counselor and author (and previous podcast guest). We talk about their new book, Healing Leadership Trauma: Finding Emotional Health and Helping Others Flourish. The conversation delves into the impact of trauma, attachment theory, and the myths of self-sufficiency in leadership. They also cover systemic challenges such as racial and gender trauma and share practical embodied practices for healing.

00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Trauma

00:44 Meet the Authors: Nicholas Row and Sheila Wise Row

02:04 The Journey of Co-Writing 'Healing Leadership'

03:16 Understanding Leadership Challenges

06:54 Attachment Theory and Leadership

09:06 Insecure Attachment in Leadership

17:00 The Myth of Self-Sufficiency in Leadership

22:12 Systemic Dynamics: Gender and Racial Trauma

25:45 Historical Context of Cultural Systems

26:35 Challenges Faced by Marginalized Leaders

28:10 Gender Expectations and Leadership

30:36 Defining Leadership Trauma

32:32 Embodied Practices for Healing

37:54 Community Support and Accountability

45:37 Final Thoughts and Staying Connected



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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17307809 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 3048 7 117 full false 116 Neurodiversity and Attachment: Bridging the Gap (with Barbara Grant) 116 Neurodiversity and Attachment: Bridging the Gap (with Barbara Grant) Does neurodiversity impact relational attachments? What does secure and insecure attachment look like for those who aren’t neurotypical?

In this episode of the Attachment to God podcast, hosts Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw are joined by Barbara Grant, a specialist in autism and neurodiverse couples coaching. They talk about how neurodiversity impacts relational attachments and spiritual practices, particularly in the context of secure and insecure attachment. 

Barbara Grant, holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES) and a certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach (AANE). She edited and is one of the authors of Uniquely Us: Gracefully Navigating the Maze of Neurodiverse Marriages and is the co-host of The Neurodiverse Couple's Coaches podcast. 

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]]> Does neurodiversity impact relational attachments? What does secure and insecure attachment look like for those who aren’t neurotypical?

In this episode of the Attachment to God podcast, hosts Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw are joined by Barbara Grant, a specialist in autism and neurodiverse couples coaching. They talk about how neurodiversity impacts relational attachments and spiritual practices, particularly in the context of secure and insecure attachment. 

Barbara Grant, holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy, a Certified Autism Specialist (IBCCES) and a certified Neurodiverse Couples Coach (AANE). She edited and is one of the authors of Uniquely Us: Gracefully Navigating the Maze of Neurodiverse Marriages and is the co-host of The Neurodiverse Couple's Coaches podcast. 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17276120 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2442 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 116 full false 115 Anchored in Love: The Center of the Apostle Paul's Theology (with Dr. Nijay Gupta) 115 Anchored in Love: The Center of the Apostle Paul's Theology (with Dr. Nijay Gupta) Scholars of the Apostle Paul have long debated the so-called center of Paul’s theology, focusing on themes like justification by faith, reconciliation, union with Christ, and the apocalyptic triumph of God in Christ. But what if love really is the heart of the gospel that he preached?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we welcome Nijay Gupta, the Julius R. Manti Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, to discuss his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology. 

Dr. Gupta elaborates on the crucial role of love in Paul's teachings and explores its connection to emotional theory and neuroscience. Gupta also touches upon his personal experiences with emotional well-being.

Be sure to check out his podcast, Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

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]]> Scholars of the Apostle Paul have long debated the so-called center of Paul’s theology, focusing on themes like justification by faith, reconciliation, union with Christ, and the apocalyptic triumph of God in Christ. But what if love really is the heart of the gospel that he preached?

In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, we welcome Nijay Gupta, the Julius R. Manti Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary, to discuss his new book The Affections of Christ Jesus: Love at the Heart of Paul's Theology. 

Dr. Gupta elaborates on the crucial role of love in Paul's teachings and explores its connection to emotional theory and neuroscience. Gupta also touches upon his personal experiences with emotional well-being.

Be sure to check out his podcast, Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

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]]> Buzzsprout-17253432 Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 3088 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 115 full false 114 The Dynamics of Anxiety and Faith (with Steve Cuss) 114 The Dynamics of Anxiety and Faith (with Steve Cuss) In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosts Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw welcome Steve Cuss. They delve into the nature of anxiety, different coping mechanisms, and how these dynamics affect relationships, including one's relationship with God. 

Steve highlights the importance of addressing reactivity, identifying false needs, and fostering supportive environments within leadership teams. The episode also touches on creating inclusive spaces for minorities in leadership and discusses Steve's future project of developing an anxiety assessment tool. The conversation is engaging and insightful, offering practical tips for leaders striving to create healthier, more resilient communities.

Steve Cuss is the author of Managing Leadership Anxiety and The Expectation Gap: The Tiny, Vast Space between Our Beliefs and Experience of God,  and also a columnist and host of Christianity Today’s Being Human podcast. Steve founded Capable Life to help people lower anxiety, break stuck patterns and increase well being in the workplace, home place, and in your faith.

00:00 Steve Cuss

00:14 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:21 Formula One Fandom

05:35 Steve's Background and Capable Life

08:27 Understanding Anxiety and Relationships

13:47 Differentiation and Attachment

17:58 False Needs and Chronic Anxiety

23:25 Coping Mechanisms and Insecurity

23:46 Overconfidence and Pretense

24:25 Trauma Chaplaincy and Self-Discovery

26:19 Building Healthy Church Cultures

27:09 Pursuing a Doctorate and Integration of Disciplines

28:16 Understanding Protection and Pretense

31:14 Addressing Organizational Anxiety

33:37 Minority Experiences in Leadership

38:53 Contagious Emotions and Jesus' Example

42:05 Final Thoughts and Future Plans



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]]> In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosts Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw welcome Steve Cuss. They delve into the nature of anxiety, different coping mechanisms, and how these dynamics affect relationships, including one's relationship with God. 

Steve highlights the importance of addressing reactivity, identifying false needs, and fostering supportive environments within leadership teams. The episode also touches on creating inclusive spaces for minorities in leadership and discusses Steve's future project of developing an anxiety assessment tool. The conversation is engaging and insightful, offering practical tips for leaders striving to create healthier, more resilient communities.

Steve Cuss is the author of Managing Leadership Anxiety and The Expectation Gap: The Tiny, Vast Space between Our Beliefs and Experience of God,  and also a columnist and host of Christianity Today’s Being Human podcast. Steve founded Capable Life to help people lower anxiety, break stuck patterns and increase well being in the workplace, home place, and in your faith.

00:00 Steve Cuss

00:14 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:21 Formula One Fandom

05:35 Steve's Background and Capable Life

08:27 Understanding Anxiety and Relationships

13:47 Differentiation and Attachment

17:58 False Needs and Chronic Anxiety

23:25 Coping Mechanisms and Insecurity

23:46 Overconfidence and Pretense

24:25 Trauma Chaplaincy and Self-Discovery

26:19 Building Healthy Church Cultures

27:09 Pursuing a Doctorate and Integration of Disciplines

28:16 Understanding Protection and Pretense

31:14 Addressing Organizational Anxiety

33:37 Minority Experiences in Leadership

38:53 Contagious Emotions and Jesus' Example

42:05 Final Thoughts and Future Plans



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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17176286 Fri, 16 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2866 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 114 full false 113 The Urgency of Grace: Finding Relief in a Worn-Out World (with David Zahl) 113 The Urgency of Grace: Finding Relief in a Worn-Out World (with David Zahl) We are all looking for a bit of relief. Some pain relief, relief from stress, the relief of getting the kids off to school or maybe to bed on time. But do we think of God’s grace as the big relief?

In this episode, we welcome back David Zahl, of Mockingbird Ministries. 

David introduces his new book titled The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World, which focuses on how God's grace is the ultimate relief we all seek in our stress-filled lives. They discuss various aspects of grace, including forgiveness, imputation, and surrender, and how these can alleviate the modern pressures of status anxiety and the demand for control. The conversation delves into the importance of recognizing suffering and offering consolation through the grace of God. David also shares insights on creating church communities that provide relief rather than additional burdens.

00:00 Introduction: Seeking Relief
00:39 Guest Introduction: David Zahl
01:24 The Urgency of Grace
02:56 Grace in a Pressure Cooker World
06:11 Defining Grace: The Big Relief
08:49 Forgiveness: Relief from Regret
14:03 Imputation: Relief from Status Anxiety
21:00 Surrender: Relief from Control
27:09 Cultivating Communities of Relief
30:10 Conclusion and Farewell

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]]> We are all looking for a bit of relief. Some pain relief, relief from stress, the relief of getting the kids off to school or maybe to bed on time. But do we think of God’s grace as the big relief?

In this episode, we welcome back David Zahl, of Mockingbird Ministries. 

David introduces his new book titled The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn-Out World, which focuses on how God's grace is the ultimate relief we all seek in our stress-filled lives. They discuss various aspects of grace, including forgiveness, imputation, and surrender, and how these can alleviate the modern pressures of status anxiety and the demand for control. The conversation delves into the importance of recognizing suffering and offering consolation through the grace of God. David also shares insights on creating church communities that provide relief rather than additional burdens.

00:00 Introduction: Seeking Relief
00:39 Guest Introduction: David Zahl
01:24 The Urgency of Grace
02:56 Grace in a Pressure Cooker World
06:11 Defining Grace: The Big Relief
08:49 Forgiveness: Relief from Regret
14:03 Imputation: Relief from Status Anxiety
21:00 Surrender: Relief from Control
27:09 Cultivating Communities of Relief
30:10 Conclusion and Farewell

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]]> Buzzsprout-17144483 Mon, 12 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1985 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 113 full false 112 Courage to Commit: Why Embracing Religion Still Matters (with Ross Douthat) 112 Courage to Commit: Why Embracing Religion Still Matters (with Ross Douthat) Host Geoff Holsclaw engages with New York Times columnist and author Ross Douthat. They discuss the enduring relevance and shifting perceptions of religion in a scientific and secular age, driven by Douthat’s book Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious. 

The conversation navigates the historical impact of new atheism, the existential malaise in youth culture, and a generational gap in religious knowledge. Douthat elaborates on his rationale for advocating religion not just for its therapeutic or social benefits but also for its intellectual robustness. 

Topics covered include the persistence of supernatural experiences, the case for commitment to established religions, and the importance of community and institutional structure in religious life. Douthat also shares his personal journey through various Christian traditions, culminating in his commitment to Catholicism. The episode concludes with insights into how suffering and chronic illness have deepened Douthat’s faith and understanding of God's providence.

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]]> Host Geoff Holsclaw engages with New York Times columnist and author Ross Douthat. They discuss the enduring relevance and shifting perceptions of religion in a scientific and secular age, driven by Douthat’s book Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious. 

The conversation navigates the historical impact of new atheism, the existential malaise in youth culture, and a generational gap in religious knowledge. Douthat elaborates on his rationale for advocating religion not just for its therapeutic or social benefits but also for its intellectual robustness. 

Topics covered include the persistence of supernatural experiences, the case for commitment to established religions, and the importance of community and institutional structure in religious life. Douthat also shares his personal journey through various Christian traditions, culminating in his commitment to Catholicism. The episode concludes with insights into how suffering and chronic illness have deepened Douthat’s faith and understanding of God's providence.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-17116511 Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2741 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 112 full false 111 Healing Power of Story: Making Sense of Your Life (with Adam Young) 111 Healing Power of Story: Making Sense of Your Life (with Adam Young) Sometimes, when you feel stuck, and overwhelmed, you don’t need more and better information. Sometimes you need to engage your story, to better understand how the past influences the present. That's what we talk about with Adam Young. 

Adam Young is a therapist who focuses on trauma and abuse, and the host of The Place We Find Ourselves podcast. He currently serves as a Fellow and Instructor at The Allender Center.  Adam is the author of Make Sense of Your Story: Why Engaging Your Story with Kindness Changes Everything.

Also, check out his mini-conference hosted each month. 

Adam explains the concept of story work as a therapeutic and spiritual practice that helps individuals understand how their past experiences shape their present. He emphasizes the importance of approaching one's story with kindness and the role of attachment, neuroscience, and spirituality in the healing process. They also delve into the significance of exploring familial, cultural, and spiritual narratives to achieve wholeness and integration, or 'Shalom.' Additionally, Adam provides insights into addressing common resistance to story work and the importance of leaders engaging in this process to foster supportive community environments. He concludes by sharing information about his ongoing mini-conference series aimed at helping individuals delve deeper into their stories.

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]]> Sometimes, when you feel stuck, and overwhelmed, you don’t need more and better information. Sometimes you need to engage your story, to better understand how the past influences the present. That's what we talk about with Adam Young. 

Adam Young is a therapist who focuses on trauma and abuse, and the host of The Place We Find Ourselves podcast. He currently serves as a Fellow and Instructor at The Allender Center.  Adam is the author of Make Sense of Your Story: Why Engaging Your Story with Kindness Changes Everything.

Also, check out his mini-conference hosted each month. 

Adam explains the concept of story work as a therapeutic and spiritual practice that helps individuals understand how their past experiences shape their present. He emphasizes the importance of approaching one's story with kindness and the role of attachment, neuroscience, and spirituality in the healing process. They also delve into the significance of exploring familial, cultural, and spiritual narratives to achieve wholeness and integration, or 'Shalom.' Additionally, Adam provides insights into addressing common resistance to story work and the importance of leaders engaging in this process to foster supportive community environments. He concludes by sharing information about his ongoing mini-conference series aimed at helping individuals delve deeper into their stories.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17103724 Mon, 05 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1939 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 111 full false 110 Armoring Up, Anxiety, and Finding the Right-Sized God (with Lisa Cuss) 110 Armoring Up, Anxiety, and Finding the Right-Sized God (with Lisa Cuss) In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosted by Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw of Embodied Faith, licensed therapist Lisa Cuss joins the conversation.

Lisa shares her journey from teaching to becoming a therapist, her focus on trauma and attachment-informed modalities, and her work with  Capable Life alongside her husband, Steve Cuss. The discussion delves into the complexities of anxiety, personal and collective grief, and the transformative process of attachment both to oneself and to God. Lisa highlights the importance of being seen and comforted by God, the role of trauma in shaping behavior, and the significant shift when individuals recognize God's presence in their deepest pain. This episode offers insights into how mental health and spiritual growth can be fostered within church communities.

Lisa is a licensed therapist (MA, LPC), speaker, and trainer who is passionate about the intersection of Psychology and Faith. In her private practice, Lisa uses trauma and attachment informed modalities to help people journey through deep pain and stuck places to find more healthy connection within themselves, with others, and with God. Lisa also works alongside her husband, Steve Cuss, within Capable Life, an organization that helps people find relief from chronic anxiety and deepens connection with God in the workplace and the home place.

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]]> In this episode of the Attaching to God podcast, hosted by Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw of Embodied Faith, licensed therapist Lisa Cuss joins the conversation.

Lisa shares her journey from teaching to becoming a therapist, her focus on trauma and attachment-informed modalities, and her work with  Capable Life alongside her husband, Steve Cuss. The discussion delves into the complexities of anxiety, personal and collective grief, and the transformative process of attachment both to oneself and to God. Lisa highlights the importance of being seen and comforted by God, the role of trauma in shaping behavior, and the significant shift when individuals recognize God's presence in their deepest pain. This episode offers insights into how mental health and spiritual growth can be fostered within church communities.

Lisa is a licensed therapist (MA, LPC), speaker, and trainer who is passionate about the intersection of Psychology and Faith. In her private practice, Lisa uses trauma and attachment informed modalities to help people journey through deep pain and stuck places to find more healthy connection within themselves, with others, and with God. Lisa also works alongside her husband, Steve Cuss, within Capable Life, an organization that helps people find relief from chronic anxiety and deepens connection with God in the workplace and the home place.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17066066 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2807 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 110 full false 109 The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing (with Jonathan Pennington) 109 The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing (with Jonathan Pennington) What is Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount really about?  Is it an out-of-reach spirituality for the really devoted? Is it a practical guide for political action? A reworking of the Old Testament Law? Or an existential treatise on the intentions that guide our actions?

What if it outlines the way toward human flourishing?

Dr.  Jonathan Pennington is a Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.  And a teaching pastor his local church. Dr. Pennington is the author of many books, including Reading the Gospels Wisely, The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing, and Jesus, the Great Philosopher: Rediscovering the Wisdom Need for the Good Life. 

Find out more about Dr. Pennington here: https://www.jonathanpennington.com/

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]]> What is Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount really about?  Is it an out-of-reach spirituality for the really devoted? Is it a practical guide for political action? A reworking of the Old Testament Law? Or an existential treatise on the intentions that guide our actions?

What if it outlines the way toward human flourishing?

Dr.  Jonathan Pennington is a Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky.  And a teaching pastor his local church. Dr. Pennington is the author of many books, including Reading the Gospels Wisely, The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing, and Jesus, the Great Philosopher: Rediscovering the Wisdom Need for the Good Life. 

Find out more about Dr. Pennington here: https://www.jonathanpennington.com/

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]]> Buzzsprout-17029463 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2696 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 109 full false 108 Expressing the Inexpressible: "Hesed" and God's Lovingkindness (with Michael Card) 108 Expressing the Inexpressible: "Hesed" and God's Lovingkindness (with Michael Card) God’s true nature is beyond human comprehension. It can never be fully expressed in human words. But Scriptures uses one particular word to describe the distinctiveness of God’s character; this is the Hebrew word hesed. 

Michael Card is an award-winning musician and performing artist. His many books include Scribbling in the Sand, A Fragile Stone, and Inexpressible: Hesed and the Mystery of God's Lovingkindness

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]]> God’s true nature is beyond human comprehension. It can never be fully expressed in human words. But Scriptures uses one particular word to describe the distinctiveness of God’s character; this is the Hebrew word hesed. 

Michael Card is an award-winning musician and performing artist. His many books include Scribbling in the Sand, A Fragile Stone, and Inexpressible: Hesed and the Mystery of God's Lovingkindness

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]]> Buzzsprout-17014934 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2337 Hesed, Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day full false 107 The Way of Sorrows as a New Evangelism (for Easter Week) (with Andrew Root) 107 The Way of Sorrows as a New Evangelism (for Easter Week) (with Andrew Root) This Holy Week, as Jesus, "the man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief" (Is. 53:3), walks toward the cross, we ask what it might be to proclaim this as good news. 

An older evangelism might ask, Where will you go when you die? But in our age of anxiety and despair, maybe we need to shift to: What do you do with your sorrow as you live?  That Jesus walks with us in our sorrows is really good news. 

That's what we are talking about today with Dr. Andrew Root. He is the Carrie Olson Baalson professor of youth and family ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He writes and researches in areas of theology, ministry, culture and younger generations.  And most recently has written about Evangelism in an Age of Despair: Hope Beyond the Failed Promise of Happiness.

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]]> This Holy Week, as Jesus, "the man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief" (Is. 53:3), walks toward the cross, we ask what it might be to proclaim this as good news. 

An older evangelism might ask, Where will you go when you die? But in our age of anxiety and despair, maybe we need to shift to: What do you do with your sorrow as you live?  That Jesus walks with us in our sorrows is really good news. 

That's what we are talking about today with Dr. Andrew Root. He is the Carrie Olson Baalson professor of youth and family ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He writes and researches in areas of theology, ministry, culture and younger generations.  And most recently has written about Evangelism in an Age of Despair: Hope Beyond the Failed Promise of Happiness.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16985352 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:00:00 -0400 2424 Evangelism, Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 107 full false 106 Digital Overwhelm in the Workplace (with Craig Mattson) 106 Digital Overwhelm in the Workplace (with Craig Mattson) Does doing your job need to feel like losing your life? Can your vocation be part of your spiritual formation? Can we survive digital overwhelm?

Dr. Craig Mattson is a researcher, teacher, and writer at Calvin University. He’s the editor of The Mode/Switch newsletter and podcast on Substack, both of which decode workplace culture and the strange etiquettes of digital spaces. Craig’s three books address spiritual formation by attending to the kinds of humans we yearn to be in the digitally saturated spaces of life and work. His most recent book is Digital Overwhelm: A Mid-Career Guide to Coping at Work.

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]]> Does doing your job need to feel like losing your life? Can your vocation be part of your spiritual formation? Can we survive digital overwhelm?

Dr. Craig Mattson is a researcher, teacher, and writer at Calvin University. He’s the editor of The Mode/Switch newsletter and podcast on Substack, both of which decode workplace culture and the strange etiquettes of digital spaces. Craig’s three books address spiritual formation by attending to the kinds of humans we yearn to be in the digitally saturated spaces of life and work. His most recent book is Digital Overwhelm: A Mid-Career Guide to Coping at Work.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16938546 Sat, 12 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400 2288 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day full false 105 Psychedelics and Jesus: What Makes Everything OK? (with Ashley Lande) 105 Psychedelics and Jesus: What Makes Everything OK? (with Ashley Lande) Many spiritual seekers are becoming psychonauts, experimenting with psychedelics. But will that trip lead where we think it will? 

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ashley Lande about how her long and winding journey in and their the world of psychedelic experimentation eventually led her to Jesus, the only one who really makes all things OK. 

Ashley Lande is a writer and artist living in rural Kansas with her husband and four children. She is the author of the memoir The Thing That Would Make Everything Okay Forever: Transcendence, Psychedelics and Jesus Christ.

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]]> Many spiritual seekers are becoming psychonauts, experimenting with psychedelics. But will that trip lead where we think it will? 

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ashley Lande about how her long and winding journey in and their the world of psychedelic experimentation eventually led her to Jesus, the only one who really makes all things OK. 

Ashley Lande is a writer and artist living in rural Kansas with her husband and four children. She is the author of the memoir The Thing That Would Make Everything Okay Forever: Transcendence, Psychedelics and Jesus Christ.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16930710 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2784 Psychedelics, Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day full false 104 Can We Master Our Emotions? Should We? (with Dr. Kevin Chapman) 104 Can We Master Our Emotions? Should We? (with Dr. Kevin Chapman) Can we master our emotions? Is that healthy? Are emotions a gift from God, or part of our sinful reality? That’s what we are talking about today. 

Dr. Kevin Chapman is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in cognitive behavioral therapy. He is the founder and director of the Kentucky Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders. He leads Sound Mind Ministries and hosts The Sound Mind Show (YouTube). And he just release Mastering Our Emotions: Biblical Principles for Emotional Health.  

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]]> Can we master our emotions? Is that healthy? Are emotions a gift from God, or part of our sinful reality? That’s what we are talking about today. 

Dr. Kevin Chapman is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in cognitive behavioral therapy. He is the founder and director of the Kentucky Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders. He leads Sound Mind Ministries and hosts The Sound Mind Show (YouTube). And he just release Mastering Our Emotions: Biblical Principles for Emotional Health.  

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]]> Buzzsprout-16911144 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1927 Emotions, Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 104 full false (Bonus) 10 Reasons Baseball is Spiritual Formation (with J.R. Briggs) (Bonus) 10 Reasons Baseball is Spiritual Formation (with J.R. Briggs) Baseball is back. Spring is sprung (depending on where you live). And so we are bringing you the 10 reasons baseball is a mirror for our spiritual formation. 

And along the way, Geoff and J.R. Briggs share some favorite baseball memories, especially about their first time hanging out in the bleachers at Wigley Field.

Here are the reasons, in no particular order:

  1. Going Home
  2. All about Failures
  3. It's Boring
  4. It starts in the spring (of NEW LIFE)
  5. Teamwork
  6. Routines
  7. Tradition
  8. The Cathedrals of Baseball
  9. The Hall of Fame
  10. and I forgot the last one...

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]]> Baseball is back. Spring is sprung (depending on where you live). And so we are bringing you the 10 reasons baseball is a mirror for our spiritual formation. 

And along the way, Geoff and J.R. Briggs share some favorite baseball memories, especially about their first time hanging out in the bleachers at Wigley Field.

Here are the reasons, in no particular order:

  1. Going Home
  2. All about Failures
  3. It's Boring
  4. It starts in the spring (of NEW LIFE)
  5. Teamwork
  6. Routines
  7. Tradition
  8. The Cathedrals of Baseball
  9. The Hall of Fame
  10. and I forgot the last one...

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]]> Buzzsprout-16866210 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400 2468 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Baseball, MLB, Opening Day 7 full false 103 Take What You Need: Soft Words for Hard Days (with Aundi Kolber) 103 Take What You Need: Soft Words for Hard Days (with Aundi Kolber) For when the day is long. When you are afraid. When you don’t know what to say to someone you love. When you feel alone. When you’re questioning everything. When you wonder if God is with you.

We are talking with the author ofTry Softer, Aundi Kolber, about her new book, Take What You Need: Soft Words for Hard Days. 

Aundi Kolber is a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC) and best-selling author of the critically acclaimed "Try Softer" as well as her new book "Strong like Water." She specializes in trauma- and body-centered therapies and is passionate about the integration of faith and psychology.

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]]> For when the day is long. When you are afraid. When you don’t know what to say to someone you love. When you feel alone. When you’re questioning everything. When you wonder if God is with you.

We are talking with the author ofTry Softer, Aundi Kolber, about her new book, Take What You Need: Soft Words for Hard Days. 

Aundi Kolber is a licensed professional counselor (MA, LPC) and best-selling author of the critically acclaimed "Try Softer" as well as her new book "Strong like Water." She specializes in trauma- and body-centered therapies and is passionate about the integration of faith and psychology.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-16858118 Tue, 25 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2281 Attachment Theory, Attaching to God, Landscapes of the Soul, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Trauma-Informed full false 102 Redescribing Depression: The antifeeling that is more than sadness (with Dr. John Swinton) 102 Redescribing Depression: The antifeeling that is more than sadness (with Dr. John Swinton) Is depression a biological and chemical problem? Is it a mental and emotional, or relational problem? Is depression spiritual in nature? As our guest today says, how we describe something is how we see it, and how we see it changes how we respond and act towards it. 

 Dr. John Swinton is Professor in Practical Theology and Pastoral Care and Chair in Divinity and Religious Studies at the University of Aberdeen. For more than a decade John worked as a registered mental health nurse and also worked as a hospital and community mental health Chaplain. In 2004, he founded the University of Aberdeen’s Centre for Spirituality, Health and Disability. John is the author of a number of books, including Finding Jesus in the Storm: The spiritual lives of people with mental health challenges.

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]]> Is depression a biological and chemical problem? Is it a mental and emotional, or relational problem? Is depression spiritual in nature? As our guest today says, how we describe something is how we see it, and how we see it changes how we respond and act towards it. 

 Dr. John Swinton is Professor in Practical Theology and Pastoral Care and Chair in Divinity and Religious Studies at the University of Aberdeen. For more than a decade John worked as a registered mental health nurse and also worked as a hospital and community mental health Chaplain. In 2004, he founded the University of Aberdeen’s Centre for Spirituality, Health and Disability. John is the author of a number of books, including Finding Jesus in the Storm: The spiritual lives of people with mental health challenges.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16294413 Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 2108 attaching to God, attachment theory, depression, mental illness, mental health, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 102 full false 101 Forming Leaders and Ministers: Depth, Character, and Spiritual Direction (David Clayton) 101 Forming Leaders and Ministers: Depth, Character, and Spiritual Direction (David Clayton) Leaders, pastors, and pioneers of movements are often outward and forward-focused. Often this means leaving the inward life unexplored and ignored. How can leaders tend to the depths within, and how might spiritual directors help in this work? How best can we support and form clergy and leaders?

David Clayton is a qualified and experienced Spiritual Director, Supervisor, and Behavioural Analyst. With a unique blend of expertise in behavioral science and spiritual direction, David provides a holistic approach that emphasizes both inner development and practical application. He is committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward greater self-awareness, purpose, and personal growth (learn more about the Monos Collective).

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]]> Leaders, pastors, and pioneers of movements are often outward and forward-focused. Often this means leaving the inward life unexplored and ignored. How can leaders tend to the depths within, and how might spiritual directors help in this work? How best can we support and form clergy and leaders?

David Clayton is a qualified and experienced Spiritual Director, Supervisor, and Behavioural Analyst. With a unique blend of expertise in behavioral science and spiritual direction, David provides a holistic approach that emphasizes both inner development and practical application. He is committed to guiding individuals on their journey toward greater self-awareness, purpose, and personal growth (learn more about the Monos Collective).

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-16255258 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500 2809 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, spiritual direction, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 101 full false 100 Attaching to God in the Wild (guest Jeff McMullen) 100 Attaching to God in the Wild (guest Jeff McMullen) What does attaching to God look like in one's personal life, life as a counselor, and life of faith? That's what we are talking about today.

Our guest is Jeff (spelling?) McMullen. Jeff is the Executive Director of Life Counseling Center and an Assistant Pastor at Chapelgate Presbyterian Church. As a counselor, he is particularly interested in working with ministry clients struggling with anxiety and identity issues.

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]]> What does attaching to God look like in one's personal life, life as a counselor, and life of faith? That's what we are talking about today.

Our guest is Jeff (spelling?) McMullen. Jeff is the Executive Director of Life Counseling Center and an Assistant Pastor at Chapelgate Presbyterian Church. As a counselor, he is particularly interested in working with ministry clients struggling with anxiety and identity issues.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16223198 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:00:00 -0500 2051 6 100 full false 099 Reframing Mental Health: From Fixing a Machine to Fellow Wayfarers (with Dr. Warren Kinghorn) 099 Reframing Mental Health: From Fixing a Machine to Fellow Wayfarers (with Dr. Warren Kinghorn) While modern psychiatry has improved many patients’ quality of life, it falls short in addressing their relational and spiritual needs? Can we draw on theological wisdom and scientific evidence to reframe our understanding of mental health care? 

Dr. Warren Kinghorn is a psychiatrist and theological ethicist whose work centers on the role of religious communities in caring for persons with mental health problems. He is jointly appointed to the faculties of Duke Divinity School and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of Duke University Medical Center, and practices psychiatry at the Durham VA Medical Center.

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]]> While modern psychiatry has improved many patients’ quality of life, it falls short in addressing their relational and spiritual needs? Can we draw on theological wisdom and scientific evidence to reframe our understanding of mental health care? 

Dr. Warren Kinghorn is a psychiatrist and theological ethicist whose work centers on the role of religious communities in caring for persons with mental health problems. He is jointly appointed to the faculties of Duke Divinity School and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of Duke University Medical Center, and practices psychiatry at the Durham VA Medical Center.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16141504 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0500 2196 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 99 full false 098 Freedom and Acceptance (Pt. 2) 098 Freedom and Acceptance (Pt. 2) "Freedom appears very nearly the only value about which people still agree unanimously," says Jacques Philippe in his little book, Interior Freedom. But how does freedom connect to happiness, love, and our life with God and others?
 
These are the questions this little firecracker of a book examines, and that we talk about in this two-part series. 

We look at the difference between "freedom from" and "freedom for", the ideas of locus of control, the constraints of everyday life, and what "inner freedom" might mean, and what it doesn't mean. 

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]]> "Freedom appears very nearly the only value about which people still agree unanimously," says Jacques Philippe in his little book, Interior Freedom. But how does freedom connect to happiness, love, and our life with God and others?
 
These are the questions this little firecracker of a book examines, and that we talk about in this two-part series. 

We look at the difference between "freedom from" and "freedom for", the ideas of locus of control, the constraints of everyday life, and what "inner freedom" might mean, and what it doesn't mean. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-16085792 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1986 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 98 full false 097 Confessions of an Amateur Saint (with Mandy Smith) 097 Confessions of an Amateur Saint (with Mandy Smith) Instead of pretending to have it all together or insisting that you’re the problem, do you long to see more Christian leaders be honest about their own faith struggles? What benefit could there be to having a front-row seat to the moments that leaders choose to trust in God, even when it’s hard to believe?

Today we have Mandy Smith, pastor and award-winning author and speaker—and also a great friend—with us to talk about this very thing.We are talking about her newest book, Confessions of an Amateur Saint: The Christian Leader’s Journey from Self-Sufficiency to Reliance on God.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:27 Mandy Smith's New Book
03:16 The Journey of Writing
05:23 The Role of Joy and Creativity in Ministry
07:59 Attachment and Dependence on God
11:48 Confessions and Vulnerability
14:54 The Importance of Connection and Openness
16:57 Spiritual Warfare and Pruning
25:41 Solidarity with Christ's Sacrifices
29:07 The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership
32:14 The Power of Shared Struggles
36:58 The Structure and Purpose of the Book
43:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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]]> Instead of pretending to have it all together or insisting that you’re the problem, do you long to see more Christian leaders be honest about their own faith struggles? What benefit could there be to having a front-row seat to the moments that leaders choose to trust in God, even when it’s hard to believe?

Today we have Mandy Smith, pastor and award-winning author and speaker—and also a great friend—with us to talk about this very thing.We are talking about her newest book, Confessions of an Amateur Saint: The Christian Leader’s Journey from Self-Sufficiency to Reliance on God.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:27 Mandy Smith's New Book
03:16 The Journey of Writing
05:23 The Role of Joy and Creativity in Ministry
07:59 Attachment and Dependence on God
11:48 Confessions and Vulnerability
14:54 The Importance of Connection and Openness
16:57 Spiritual Warfare and Pruning
25:41 Solidarity with Christ's Sacrifices
29:07 The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership
32:14 The Power of Shared Struggles
36:58 The Structure and Purpose of the Book
43:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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]]> Buzzsprout-16018357 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 2985 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 97 full false 096 The Shape of Joy (with Richard Beck) 096 The Shape of Joy (with Richard Beck) In a world where mental health issues and loneliness are at an all-time high, it’s more important than ever to find ways to cultivate joy, community, and meaning in our lives. But how exactly do you do that?

Maybe we need to turn outward rather than inward for answers.

That's what we are talking about with Dr. Richard Beck.

Dr. Richard Beck is a professor of psychology at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas He is a popular blogger and speaker and the author of several books. We interviewed him a bit ago about his Hunting Magic Eels: Recovering an Enchanted Faith in a Skeptical Age (which I recommend to people all the time if there are in that space of deconstruction). And today we are talking about his newest book, The Shape of Joy: The Transformative Power of Moving Beyond Yourself.

00:00 Introduction: Exploring Joy in a Challenging World
00:37 Meet Dr. Richard Beck: A Journey into Joy
01:16 The World's Worst Commencement Address
04:00 The Shape of Joy: Turning Outward
05:55 The Wandering Mind and Mental Health
11:38 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Beyond
15:28 Humility and Happiness: A Surprising Connection
19:13 The Power of Mattering and Transcendence
23:18 Mr. Kenneth's Story: Joy in Unexpected Places
29:34 Conclusion: Finding Joy and Staying Connected

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]]> In a world where mental health issues and loneliness are at an all-time high, it’s more important than ever to find ways to cultivate joy, community, and meaning in our lives. But how exactly do you do that?

Maybe we need to turn outward rather than inward for answers.

That's what we are talking about with Dr. Richard Beck.

Dr. Richard Beck is a professor of psychology at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas He is a popular blogger and speaker and the author of several books. We interviewed him a bit ago about his Hunting Magic Eels: Recovering an Enchanted Faith in a Skeptical Age (which I recommend to people all the time if there are in that space of deconstruction). And today we are talking about his newest book, The Shape of Joy: The Transformative Power of Moving Beyond Yourself.

00:00 Introduction: Exploring Joy in a Challenging World
00:37 Meet Dr. Richard Beck: A Journey into Joy
01:16 The World's Worst Commencement Address
04:00 The Shape of Joy: Turning Outward
05:55 The Wandering Mind and Mental Health
11:38 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Beyond
15:28 Humility and Happiness: A Surprising Connection
19:13 The Power of Mattering and Transcendence
23:18 Mr. Kenneth's Story: Joy in Unexpected Places
29:34 Conclusion: Finding Joy and Staying Connected

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]]> Buzzsprout-15924477 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1916 self-esteem, attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 96 full false 095 Healing What's Within (with Dr. Chuck DeGroat) 095 Healing What's Within (with Dr. Chuck DeGroat) Like many of us, you carry a weight of buried pain. You feel secretly fractured within. There’s a constant churn of unprocessed feelings of shame, anger, grief, or loneliness. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
 
Chuck DeGroat is the Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary Holland MI.  He is also a licensed and practicing therapist, a spiritual director, author of five books. He wrote When Narcissism Comes to Church and his newest book just landed in early October Healing What’s Within: Coming Home to Yourself and to God When You’re Weary, Wounded, and Wandering. (Oct. 8).

00:00 Introduction to Healing and Spiritual Formation
00:42 Meet Dr. Chuck DeGroat: Author and Therapist
01:38 The Journey from Narcissism to Healing
03:30 Understanding Trauma: Beyond the Outrage
05:19 The Power of Personal Story in Healing
15:55 Exploring the Genesis Examine
23:38 The Core Message: Healing from Within
28:09 Reflections and Future Directions

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]]> Like many of us, you carry a weight of buried pain. You feel secretly fractured within. There’s a constant churn of unprocessed feelings of shame, anger, grief, or loneliness. But it doesn’t have to be this way.
 
Chuck DeGroat is the Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary Holland MI.  He is also a licensed and practicing therapist, a spiritual director, author of five books. He wrote When Narcissism Comes to Church and his newest book just landed in early October Healing What’s Within: Coming Home to Yourself and to God When You’re Weary, Wounded, and Wandering. (Oct. 8).

00:00 Introduction to Healing and Spiritual Formation
00:42 Meet Dr. Chuck DeGroat: Author and Therapist
01:38 The Journey from Narcissism to Healing
03:30 Understanding Trauma: Beyond the Outrage
05:19 The Power of Personal Story in Healing
15:55 Exploring the Genesis Examine
23:38 The Core Message: Healing from Within
28:09 Reflections and Future Directions

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]]> Buzzsprout-15883448 Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1944 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel full false 094 Strange Religion and the First Believers (with Nijay Gupta) 094 Strange Religion and the First Believers (with Nijay Gupta) The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on us today. The first Christians believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. Many in the ancient world saw it as bizarre, even dangerous, but some found this new religion attractive and compelling

Today we are interviewing Dr. Nijay K. Gupta. He is the Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, and has written numerous books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, and recently, Strange Religion How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling.

Chapters: 
00:53 Meet Nijay Gupta: Author and Scholar
01:31 Origins of 'Strange Religion'
05:19 The Concept of Believers
06:56 Roman Society and the Christian Challenge
16:39 Household of Faith: Early Christian Practices
24:35 The Radical Message of God's Love
31:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Works

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]]> The first Christians were weird. Just how weird is often lost on us today. The first Christians believed unusual things, worshiped God in strange ways, and lived a unique lifestyle. Many in the ancient world saw it as bizarre, even dangerous, but some found this new religion attractive and compelling

Today we are interviewing Dr. Nijay K. Gupta. He is the Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. He is cohost of the Slow Theology podcast, and has written numerous books, including Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, and recently, Strange Religion How the First Christians Were Weird, Dangerous, and Compelling.

Chapters: 
00:53 Meet Nijay Gupta: Author and Scholar
01:31 Origins of 'Strange Religion'
05:19 The Concept of Believers
06:56 Roman Society and the Christian Challenge
16:39 Household of Faith: Early Christian Practices
24:35 The Radical Message of God's Love
31:55 Conclusion and Upcoming Works

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]]> Buzzsprout-15848990 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2062 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel, early church, Nijay Gupta 6 94 full false 093 Why You Haven't Given Up on the Soul If Speaking About the Brain (Jim Wilder) 093 Why You Haven't Given Up on the Soul If Speaking About the Brain (Jim Wilder) Everyone is talking about slowing down, slow food, a slow life. I have friends who host the “Slow Theology” podcast.

But is going slow the best to understand the SOUL? (What does that even mean?)

Recently, people like Jim Wilder have been specifically accused to talking too much about the brain, and not even about the soul. So much so that some believe Jim doesn't even believe in the soul.

(And Jim is a speaker at the Attaching to God Summit, talking about "Empathy, Enemy Mode, and Engaging Gen Z"...so register for free).  


We have a long conversation, attempting to set the record straight about an overly philosophical-cognitivist view of the soul (the slow soul), and how that view needs to catch up to all the really fast things God has enabled us to do—brain, body, and soul. 

We also talk about how broad and wide the field of neuroscience is, the streams that we pull from (which aren't nearly as reductionistic as some), and how the Bible uses many terms to discuss the spiritual part of us.

Resources: Check Jim's New Growing a More Human Community (3-book series)

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]]> Everyone is talking about slowing down, slow food, a slow life. I have friends who host the “Slow Theology” podcast.

But is going slow the best to understand the SOUL? (What does that even mean?)

Recently, people like Jim Wilder have been specifically accused to talking too much about the brain, and not even about the soul. So much so that some believe Jim doesn't even believe in the soul.

(And Jim is a speaker at the Attaching to God Summit, talking about "Empathy, Enemy Mode, and Engaging Gen Z"...so register for free).  


We have a long conversation, attempting to set the record straight about an overly philosophical-cognitivist view of the soul (the slow soul), and how that view needs to catch up to all the really fast things God has enabled us to do—brain, body, and soul. 

We also talk about how broad and wide the field of neuroscience is, the streams that we pull from (which aren't nearly as reductionistic as some), and how the Bible uses many terms to discuss the spiritual part of us.

Resources: Check Jim's New Growing a More Human Community (3-book series)

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15810226 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0400 2311 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel, soul, brain 6 93 full false 092 Freedom and Acceptance (Pt. 1) 092 Freedom and Acceptance (Pt. 1) "Freedom appears very nearly the only value about which people still agree unanimously," says Jacques Philippe in his little book, Interior Freedom. But how does freedom connect to happiness, love, and our life with God and others?
 
These are the questions this little firecracker of a book examines, and that we talk about in this two-part series. 

We look at the difference between "freedom from" and "freedom for", the ideas of locus of control, the constraints of everyday life, and what "inner freedom" might mean, and what it doesn't mean. 

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]]> "Freedom appears very nearly the only value about which people still agree unanimously," says Jacques Philippe in his little book, Interior Freedom. But how does freedom connect to happiness, love, and our life with God and others?
 
These are the questions this little firecracker of a book examines, and that we talk about in this two-part series. 

We look at the difference between "freedom from" and "freedom for", the ideas of locus of control, the constraints of everyday life, and what "inner freedom" might mean, and what it doesn't mean. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15782598 Thu, 19 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2011 attaching to God, attachment theory, spiritual formation, spirituality, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel 6 92 full false 091 How A Psychologist Came to Believe in Miracles…and More (Book Conversation) 091 How A Psychologist Came to Believe in Miracles…and More (Book Conversation) Geoff and Cyd talk about the impact of reading Why I Believe: A Psychologist's Thoughts on Suffering, Miracles, Science, and Faith, by Dr. Henry Cloud, specifically...

  • the place of miracles and healing in mental health concerns, 
  • how encountering God often precedes evidence for God,
  • and, the power of open systems and God at work in the world. 


From the book's blurb:
"World-renowned psychologist and leadership expert Henry Cloud has impacted millions of lives through his groundbreaking books and through his work coaching leaders of the most influential organizations in the world. But few people know the details of his own story and how he became one of the most beloved and respected psychologists and faith influencers in America.
 
In this indelibly personal and vulnerable book, Dr. Cloud leads us through his early struggles with illness and depression and the miracles that healed him and led him to his calling as a healer of others. Through masterful storytelling combined with a deeply nuanced understanding of the human mind, Dr. Cloud invites readers to inhabit the spaces of suffering and elation that make us most human and to walk alongside of him as he ponders the great questions we are so often afraid to ask but which also give life meaning."

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]]> Geoff and Cyd talk about the impact of reading Why I Believe: A Psychologist's Thoughts on Suffering, Miracles, Science, and Faith, by Dr. Henry Cloud, specifically...

  • the place of miracles and healing in mental health concerns, 
  • how encountering God often precedes evidence for God,
  • and, the power of open systems and God at work in the world. 


From the book's blurb:
"World-renowned psychologist and leadership expert Henry Cloud has impacted millions of lives through his groundbreaking books and through his work coaching leaders of the most influential organizations in the world. But few people know the details of his own story and how he became one of the most beloved and respected psychologists and faith influencers in America.
 
In this indelibly personal and vulnerable book, Dr. Cloud leads us through his early struggles with illness and depression and the miracles that healed him and led him to his calling as a healer of others. Through masterful storytelling combined with a deeply nuanced understanding of the human mind, Dr. Cloud invites readers to inhabit the spaces of suffering and elation that make us most human and to walk alongside of him as he ponders the great questions we are so often afraid to ask but which also give life meaning."

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15728605 Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1804 mental health, spiritual formation, relational neuroscience, attaching to God, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, 6 91 full false 090 Risky Play, Fun, and the Life of Faith 090 Risky Play, Fun, and the Life of Faith Why do kids climb trees, run really fast, and spin until they fall over? What is the benefit of risky play? And what does that have to do with attaching to God and our spiritual life?

In this episode, we look at the research regarding play and how it connects to attaching to God.

Baggage Claim: Don't miss the new segment where we finish by claiming some overproductive tendencies we share. 

Resources: 

  • The Circle of Security (website)
  • "Decline in Independent Activity as a Cause of Decline in Children’s Mental Well-being" (article PDF)
  • The Anxious Generation (book)




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]]> Why do kids climb trees, run really fast, and spin until they fall over? What is the benefit of risky play? And what does that have to do with attaching to God and our spiritual life?

In this episode, we look at the research regarding play and how it connects to attaching to God.

Baggage Claim: Don't miss the new segment where we finish by claiming some overproductive tendencies we share. 

Resources: 

  • The Circle of Security (website)
  • "Decline in Independent Activity as a Cause of Decline in Children’s Mental Well-being" (article PDF)
  • The Anxious Generation (book)




Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-15474594 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1384 attaching to God, attachment theory, mental illness, mental health, spirituality, spiritual formation, God, Jesus, Spirit, risky play, fun, theology of fun 6 90 full false 089: Our Attachment Wounds and God's Promise (with Summer Joy Gross) 089: Our Attachment Wounds and God's Promise (with Summer Joy Gross) Emmanuel—God with us. We have heard this promise of God’s presence. But might our attachment wounds skew, distort, or hinder us from embracing this reality? Do we live as slaves to our attachment strategies rather than as beloved children of God? And how can we learn to do something different in our spiritual lives?

Summer Joy Gross is an Anglican priest, retreat leader, and spiritual director whose work is guided by the belief that our stories can be transformed by God's invitation to make his love our home base. She is associate faculty of spiritual formation and the art of spiritual direction at the Healing Care Ministries' spiritual direction school. She is the host of The Presence Podcast and lives in North Georgia with her husband, their three teenagers.

Summer has just written a book called, The Emmanuel Promise: Discovering the Security of a Life Held by God.

You can find more about Summer here: https://www.athirstforgod.com/
And the Presence Project here: https://www.athirstforgod.com/the-presence-project/

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]]> Emmanuel—God with us. We have heard this promise of God’s presence. But might our attachment wounds skew, distort, or hinder us from embracing this reality? Do we live as slaves to our attachment strategies rather than as beloved children of God? And how can we learn to do something different in our spiritual lives?

Summer Joy Gross is an Anglican priest, retreat leader, and spiritual director whose work is guided by the belief that our stories can be transformed by God's invitation to make his love our home base. She is associate faculty of spiritual formation and the art of spiritual direction at the Healing Care Ministries' spiritual direction school. She is the host of The Presence Podcast and lives in North Georgia with her husband, their three teenagers.

Summer has just written a book called, The Emmanuel Promise: Discovering the Security of a Life Held by God.

You can find more about Summer here: https://www.athirstforgod.com/
And the Presence Project here: https://www.athirstforgod.com/the-presence-project/

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-15068719 Tue, 14 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2138 attaching to God, attachment theory, mental illness, mental health, spirituality, spiritual formation, God, Jesus, Spirit, attachment wounds 6 89 full false 088: Don't Do Nothing about Mental Health in the Church 088: Don't Do Nothing about Mental Health in the Church There is an innate need in all of us to know that there is something more beautiful than the dark places of the world we live in. After two losses within their community just prior to the 2020 pandemic, St. Andrew Methodist Church in Plano, TX discerned that God was asking them to go on the offense against the darkness of mental illness.

This is the story of Beacon of Light, a ministry providing much-needed resources, support, and treatment for those struggling with mental health issues while also empowering Christ-centered communities to find hope even in the most difficult times.

Geoff speaks with Arthur Jones and Doug Reed. Arthur is the lead pastor of St. Andrews Methodist church in Plano, Texas. Doug Reed is the executive director of Beacon of Light, launched out of St. Andrews. 

Sign up for more information: https://www.beaconoflightmh.org/newsletter

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]]> There is an innate need in all of us to know that there is something more beautiful than the dark places of the world we live in. After two losses within their community just prior to the 2020 pandemic, St. Andrew Methodist Church in Plano, TX discerned that God was asking them to go on the offense against the darkness of mental illness.

This is the story of Beacon of Light, a ministry providing much-needed resources, support, and treatment for those struggling with mental health issues while also empowering Christ-centered communities to find hope even in the most difficult times.

Geoff speaks with Arthur Jones and Doug Reed. Arthur is the lead pastor of St. Andrews Methodist church in Plano, Texas. Doug Reed is the executive director of Beacon of Light, launched out of St. Andrews. 

Sign up for more information: https://www.beaconoflightmh.org/newsletter

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]]> Buzzsprout-15027647 Tue, 07 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1970 attaching to God, attachment theory, mental illness, mental health, spirituality, spiritual formation, God, Jesus, Spirit 6 88 full false 087: Geoff's Second Half of Life "Crisis" and why the new name 087: Geoff's Second Half of Life "Crisis" and why the new name The inaugural episode of season six, and all about "Geoff's Second Half of Life 'Crisis' and why we renamed the podcast" (and note, 'crisis' is in scar quotes).

Welcome to Season 6, of what is now called the Attaching to God podcast.  We are going to be doing more episodes of just the two of us talking (Cyd and Geoff). But we will also have interviews with people, and hopefully a regular guest appearance (if we can get him to commit once a month).

In addition to this, we are adding a regular segment called "Baggage Claim" where one or both of us notice the baggage we are bringing into relationships (big things or small things) See minute "27" for this new segment. 

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]]> The inaugural episode of season six, and all about "Geoff's Second Half of Life 'Crisis' and why we renamed the podcast" (and note, 'crisis' is in scar quotes).

Welcome to Season 6, of what is now called the Attaching to God podcast.  We are going to be doing more episodes of just the two of us talking (Cyd and Geoff). But we will also have interviews with people, and hopefully a regular guest appearance (if we can get him to commit once a month).

In addition to this, we are adding a regular segment called "Baggage Claim" where one or both of us notice the baggage we are bringing into relationships (big things or small things) See minute "27" for this new segment. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14823173 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2096 Attaching to God, Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, IPNB, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Spirituality, Attachment theory, God, Jesus 6 87 full false 086: Non-Toxic Masculinity (with Zachary Wagner) 086: Non-Toxic Masculinity (with Zachary Wagner) The problem of toxic masculinity is much bigger than contemporary expressions of Christianity. Mistreatment of women and men dehumanizing others is a feature of human culture fraught with sin.  But the church is called to be salt and light, so how can we foster a non-toxic masculinity?

Our guest today is Zachary Wagner, a writer, researcher, and minister. He serves as the editorial director for the Center for Pastor Theologians. We’re talking about his book Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality.

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]]> The problem of toxic masculinity is much bigger than contemporary expressions of Christianity. Mistreatment of women and men dehumanizing others is a feature of human culture fraught with sin.  But the church is called to be salt and light, so how can we foster a non-toxic masculinity?

Our guest today is Zachary Wagner, a writer, researcher, and minister. He serves as the editorial director for the Center for Pastor Theologians. We’re talking about his book Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14405376 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1907 Spiritual Formation, Toxic Masculinity, Non-Toxic Masculinity, Relational Neuroscience, IPNB, 5 85 full false 085: Forming Spiritually Resilient Children (with Dr. Holly Allen) 085: Forming Spiritually Resilient Children (with Dr. Holly Allen) Many children today are growing up amid adversity, whether brought on by family difficulties or larger societal crises. All children need to be able to deal with stress, cope with challenges, and persevere through disappointments. While we cannot protect children from all hardships, we can promote healthy development that fosters resilience.

Our guest, Dr. Holly Catterton Allen, recently retired from her position as Professor of Christian Ministries and Family Science at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Allen’s books include Intergenerational Christian Formation and Forming Resilient Children: The Role of Spiritual Formation for Healthy Development.

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]]> Many children today are growing up amid adversity, whether brought on by family difficulties or larger societal crises. All children need to be able to deal with stress, cope with challenges, and persevere through disappointments. While we cannot protect children from all hardships, we can promote healthy development that fosters resilience.

Our guest, Dr. Holly Catterton Allen, recently retired from her position as Professor of Christian Ministries and Family Science at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Allen’s books include Intergenerational Christian Formation and Forming Resilient Children: The Role of Spiritual Formation for Healthy Development.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14356883 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2215 Spiritual Formation, Relational Neuroscience, Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress, Post Traumatic Growth, Resilience, Jesus, God, Church, Theology 5 85 full false 084: Mental Illness or Spiritual Issue? And how they connect (with Dr. Matthew Stanford) 084: Mental Illness or Spiritual Issue? And how they connect (with Dr. Matthew Stanford) Research tells us that when people suffer from a mental health crisis, the first person they turn to for help is not a physician, a psychiatrist, or a social worker, but a pastor, a priest, or a minister. Unfortunately, many church leaders are not trained to recognize mental illness and don’t know when to refer someone to a mental health professional. And how do we know the difference between a mental illness and a spiritual issue?

This is what we are talking about with Dr. Matthew Sanford, author of Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness, and CEO of the Hope and Healing Center in Houston, TX.

Other books by Dr. Stanford: 

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]]> Research tells us that when people suffer from a mental health crisis, the first person they turn to for help is not a physician, a psychiatrist, or a social worker, but a pastor, a priest, or a minister. Unfortunately, many church leaders are not trained to recognize mental illness and don’t know when to refer someone to a mental health professional. And how do we know the difference between a mental illness and a spiritual issue?

This is what we are talking about with Dr. Matthew Sanford, author of Grace for the Afflicted: A Clinical and Biblical Perspective on Mental Illness, and CEO of the Hope and Healing Center in Houston, TX.

Other books by Dr. Stanford: 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14320519 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0500 2347 embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus, mental health 5 84 full false 083: Does God Hate? Or, Making Sense of God's Emotions (with David Lamb) 083: Does God Hate? Or, Making Sense of God's Emotions (with David Lamb) Does God hate? Is God emotional? Emotions feel irrational, impulsive, and problematic for God, especially when we think about hate, jealousy, or sorrow. But the truth is the Bible is full of all sorts of stories that express God expressing emotions. This episode focuses particularly on God and the emotion of hate.

Our guest is Dr. David Lamb. He is the MacRae Professor of Old Testament and in 2017 the Dean of the Faculty at Missio Seminary. He is the author of "God Behaving Badly: Is the God of the Old Testament Angry, Sexist and Racist." And more recently has written "The Emotions of God: Making Sense of a God who hates, weeps, and loves." And Dr. Lamb spent twenty years on staff with InterVaristy. 

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]]> Does God hate? Is God emotional? Emotions feel irrational, impulsive, and problematic for God, especially when we think about hate, jealousy, or sorrow. But the truth is the Bible is full of all sorts of stories that express God expressing emotions. This episode focuses particularly on God and the emotion of hate.

Our guest is Dr. David Lamb. He is the MacRae Professor of Old Testament and in 2017 the Dean of the Faculty at Missio Seminary. He is the author of "God Behaving Badly: Is the God of the Old Testament Angry, Sexist and Racist." And more recently has written "The Emotions of God: Making Sense of a God who hates, weeps, and loves." And Dr. Lamb spent twenty years on staff with InterVaristy. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14134782 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2244 Emotions, God's emotions, embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus 5 83 full true 082: On Getting Out of Bed; Or, on Living with Mental Anguish (with Alan Noble) 082: On Getting Out of Bed; Or, on Living with Mental Anguish (with Alan Noble) For many people, sorrow, despair, anxiety, and mental illness are everyday experiences. And while we have tremendous advancements in therapy and psychiatry, the burden of living often comes down to some mundane choices, like "Should I still bother to get out of bed?"

Dr. Alan Noble joins us to talk about life with mental anguish and his book, On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living. We talk about faith and hope in the goodness of life amid the struggles and pain.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> For many people, sorrow, despair, anxiety, and mental illness are everyday experiences. And while we have tremendous advancements in therapy and psychiatry, the burden of living often comes down to some mundane choices, like "Should I still bother to get out of bed?"

Dr. Alan Noble joins us to talk about life with mental anguish and his book, On Getting Out of Bed: The Burden and Gift of Living. We talk about faith and hope in the goodness of life amid the struggles and pain.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14106406 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2032 depression, embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus 5 82 full false 081: From Therapy, to Trauma, to Attaching to Immanuel (God With Us) with Stephanie Rossing 081: From Therapy, to Trauma, to Attaching to Immanuel (God With Us) with Stephanie Rossing How do we help people get their brains back online? Can the Spirit lead us through a process of healing without triggering re-traumatization? And how can we attach more deeply with God?

Guest Stephanie Rossing (Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist) talks about her own journey as a therapist, discovering and receiving training in trauma treatments (EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and how she learned to let the Spirit lead treatment and how Immanuel Prayer helps us attach to God more deeply. 

Also, this Advent, check out our book all about Discovering the God Who Wants to Be With Us.

Stephanie Rossing is a therapist specializing in the healing of trauma. She is also passionate about Immanuel Prayer and using embodied practices to help people strengthen intimacy with God. She longs to help people build emotionally healthy communities that thrive in a secure attachment to self, God and others. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> How do we help people get their brains back online? Can the Spirit lead us through a process of healing without triggering re-traumatization? And how can we attach more deeply with God?

Guest Stephanie Rossing (Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist) talks about her own journey as a therapist, discovering and receiving training in trauma treatments (EMDR and Dialectical Behavior Therapy), and how she learned to let the Spirit lead treatment and how Immanuel Prayer helps us attach to God more deeply. 

Also, this Advent, check out our book all about Discovering the God Who Wants to Be With Us.

Stephanie Rossing is a therapist specializing in the healing of trauma. She is also passionate about Immanuel Prayer and using embodied practices to help people strengthen intimacy with God. She longs to help people build emotionally healthy communities that thrive in a secure attachment to self, God and others. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-14049413 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2412 God with us, embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, attachment, attachment theory, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus 5 81 full false Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? (Thanksgiving Double Feature) Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? (Thanksgiving Double Feature) (This and the previous episode are part of a special Thanksgiving Double Feature Rewind of past episodes that are good to revisit in the ups and downs of a holiday)

What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

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What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14018145 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1608 embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus 5 full false The Psalms as a Guide to Joy, Sadness, and Anger (Thanksgiving Double Feature) The Psalms as a Guide to Joy, Sadness, and Anger (Thanksgiving Double Feature) (This and the next episode are part of a special Thanksgiving Double Feature Rewind of past episodes that are good to revisit in the ups and downs of a holiday)

What if the Psalms aren't just old religious poetry, but guideposts for our everyday struggles and wounds? What if the Psalms are a pathway into the presence of God through the all too human emotions of joy, sadness, and even anger?

Join Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw for a conversation with David Taylor, associate professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, as we explore the relevance of the Psalms and his book, Open and Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life.

Together, we unpack the Psalms of Praise and the counterintuitive nature of joy, as well as how to find solace in the presence of those who are glad to be with us amidst life's challenges. Then, we venture into the world of Psalms of Lament, learning how they teach us to name our pain and grant us permission to be honest with God in our prayers and laments. Then we end by talking about the angry Psalms, the imprecatory Psalm.  

As we delve deeper into the life of faith and the Psalms, we discuss their ability to move us beyond our attachment histories and emotions, fostering a more profound connection with God.

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]]> (This and the next episode are part of a special Thanksgiving Double Feature Rewind of past episodes that are good to revisit in the ups and downs of a holiday)

What if the Psalms aren't just old religious poetry, but guideposts for our everyday struggles and wounds? What if the Psalms are a pathway into the presence of God through the all too human emotions of joy, sadness, and even anger?

Join Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw for a conversation with David Taylor, associate professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, as we explore the relevance of the Psalms and his book, Open and Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life.

Together, we unpack the Psalms of Praise and the counterintuitive nature of joy, as well as how to find solace in the presence of those who are glad to be with us amidst life's challenges. Then, we venture into the world of Psalms of Lament, learning how they teach us to name our pain and grant us permission to be honest with God in our prayers and laments. Then we end by talking about the angry Psalms, the imprecatory Psalm.  

As we delve deeper into the life of faith and the Psalms, we discuss their ability to move us beyond our attachment histories and emotions, fostering a more profound connection with God.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14018050 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1608 full false 080: Finding Freedom in Constraint—Reimagining Spiritual Disciplines with Jared Patrick Boyd 080: Finding Freedom in Constraint—Reimagining Spiritual Disciplines with Jared Patrick Boyd We often think that freedom comes through casting off what controls us, and that we need to find our true selves apart from community.  But what if it is the constraints of the spiritual life that set us free? What if it is focused practices in community that lead to the flourishing of individual lives? 

Today we are talking about finding freedom in constraints. 

Our guest today is Jared Patrick Boyd. He is a Vineyard pastor, spiritual director, and Founding Director of the Order of the Common Life, a missional monastic order. Jared is also the author of Finding Freedom in Constraint: Reimagining Spiritual Disciplines as a Communal Way of Life (IVP 2023). 

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]]> We often think that freedom comes through casting off what controls us, and that we need to find our true selves apart from community.  But what if it is the constraints of the spiritual life that set us free? What if it is focused practices in community that lead to the flourishing of individual lives? 

Today we are talking about finding freedom in constraints. 

Our guest today is Jared Patrick Boyd. He is a Vineyard pastor, spiritual director, and Founding Director of the Order of the Common Life, a missional monastic order. Jared is also the author of Finding Freedom in Constraint: Reimagining Spiritual Disciplines as a Communal Way of Life (IVP 2023). 

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-14012016 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 2221 embodied faith, embodied spirituality, spirituality, spiritual formation, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual disciplines, polyvagal, church, God, Jesus, 5 80 full false 079: Being the Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms (Dr. Andrew Root) 079: Being the Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms (Dr. Andrew Root) When atheists want spirituality, how should the church respond? In a secular age offering a buffet of spiritualities, all focused on the self and personal transformation, how is the Christian view similar or different than these alternative pathways? When everyone is spiritual, but few are religious, what is distinctive about following Jesus? And can I be a mystic without God?

Dr. Andrew Root joins the podcast to talk about the rise in secular mysticism and what it means for the church in the 21st century.

Dr. Root is the Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary. He is the author of more than twenty books. Most recently is his The Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms: Why Spiritualities without God Fail to Transform Us.

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]]> When atheists want spirituality, how should the church respond? In a secular age offering a buffet of spiritualities, all focused on the self and personal transformation, how is the Christian view similar or different than these alternative pathways? When everyone is spiritual, but few are religious, what is distinctive about following Jesus? And can I be a mystic without God?

Dr. Andrew Root joins the podcast to talk about the rise in secular mysticism and what it means for the church in the 21st century.

Dr. Root is the Carrie Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry at Luther Seminary. He is the author of more than twenty books. Most recently is his The Church in an Age of Secular Mysticisms: Why Spiritualities without God Fail to Transform Us.

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]]> Buzzsprout-13978274 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 2537 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, secular mysticism, mysticism 5 79 full false 078: Formative Spirituality, Agency in the Bible, and Being Human (Dr. Richard Middleton) 078: Formative Spirituality, Agency in the Bible, and Being Human (Dr. Richard Middleton) What is spiritual formation? Is that even a very good term for life with and in Jesus? What are we being formed into anyway? Or, maybe we should ask “when” are we being formed?

In this episode, we talked with Dr. Richard Middleton about formative spirituality, agency in the Bible, and being human, and how God is always looking for partners to work with and through.

Dr. Middleton is Professor of Biblical Worldview and Exegesis at Northeastern Seminary and Roberts Wesleyan University (Rochester, NY). His most recent book is Abraham’s Silence: The Binding of Isaac, the Suffering of Job, and How to Talk Back to God (Baker Academic, 2021). He is also the author of A New Heaven and a New Earth: Reclaiming Biblical Eschatology (Baker Academic, 2014) and The Liberating Image: The Imago Dei in Genesis 1 (Brazos, 2005).


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]]> What is spiritual formation? Is that even a very good term for life with and in Jesus? What are we being formed into anyway? Or, maybe we should ask “when” are we being formed?

In this episode, we talked with Dr. Richard Middleton about formative spirituality, agency in the Bible, and being human, and how God is always looking for partners to work with and through.

Dr. Middleton is Professor of Biblical Worldview and Exegesis at Northeastern Seminary and Roberts Wesleyan University (Rochester, NY). His most recent book is Abraham’s Silence: The Binding of Isaac, the Suffering of Job, and How to Talk Back to God (Baker Academic, 2021). He is also the author of A New Heaven and a New Earth: Reclaiming Biblical Eschatology (Baker Academic, 2014) and The Liberating Image: The Imago Dei in Genesis 1 (Brazos, 2005).


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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13933765 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2148 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, imago dei, theological anthropoogy 5 78 full false 077: Why Humility and Hope is Essential for Therapists & Pastors (Dr. Chuck DeGroat) 077: Why Humility and Hope is Essential for Therapists & Pastors (Dr. Chuck DeGroat) What character formation is required for soul care professionals, people like therapists, pastors, or spiritual directors? And what does this mean for everyone who follows Jesus? 

It is humility and hope, says Dr. Chuck DeGroat. It is doing your work, the work on yourself.

Today we talk about how so often (like pastors) therapists in training receive little character formation even while they receive the information needed to diagnose and remedy mental illnesses.  Dr. DeGroat talks about his own pastoral and therapeutic training, how counselors (like pastors) are often taught how to help others without learning to help themselves ("doing your work"), and how cultivating humility and hope will go a little way in solving this problem.

Connect with Dr. Chuck DeGroat here.
And see his new Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Or join Cyd and Geoff in their new Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Chuck DeGroat is a Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary Holland MI.  Chuck is a licensed therapist, a spiritual director, and author of five books, one of which is When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse.  As a therapist, he specialized in issues of abuse and trauma, and pastoral (and leadership) health.

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]]> What character formation is required for soul care professionals, people like therapists, pastors, or spiritual directors? And what does this mean for everyone who follows Jesus? 

It is humility and hope, says Dr. Chuck DeGroat. It is doing your work, the work on yourself.

Today we talk about how so often (like pastors) therapists in training receive little character formation even while they receive the information needed to diagnose and remedy mental illnesses.  Dr. DeGroat talks about his own pastoral and therapeutic training, how counselors (like pastors) are often taught how to help others without learning to help themselves ("doing your work"), and how cultivating humility and hope will go a little way in solving this problem.

Connect with Dr. Chuck DeGroat here.
And see his new Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Or join Cyd and Geoff in their new Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Chuck DeGroat is a Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary Holland MI.  Chuck is a licensed therapist, a spiritual director, and author of five books, one of which is When Narcissism Comes to Church: Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse.  As a therapist, he specialized in issues of abuse and trauma, and pastoral (and leadership) health.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13889857 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2014 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, therapy, therapist, pastor full false 076: Bearing God in the Storms of Death and Life (with Marlena Graves) 076: Bearing God in the Storms of Death and Life (with Marlena Graves) Have you ever been tossed around by the storms of life and wondered where God is in all? Or have you wished Jesus would quiet the storms a little quicker and more often? Today we are talking about bearing God in the storms of life.

Marlena Graves is the Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation at Northeastern Seminary in Rochester, NY. She has written five books, most recently Bearing God: Living A Christ-Formed Life in Uncharted Waters.  She wants people to know God delights in them.


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]]> Have you ever been tossed around by the storms of life and wondered where God is in all? Or have you wished Jesus would quiet the storms a little quicker and more often? Today we are talking about bearing God in the storms of life.

Marlena Graves is the Assistant Professor of Spiritual Formation at Northeastern Seminary in Rochester, NY. She has written five books, most recently Bearing God: Living A Christ-Formed Life in Uncharted Waters.  She wants people to know God delights in them.


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]]> Buzzsprout-13836851 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1906 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, self-acceptance 5 76 full false 075: Being Still Amid the Distractions and Downtime (with Brian Heasley) 075: Being Still Amid the Distractions and Downtime (with Brian Heasley) Scripture tells us, “Be still and know that I am God”.  But for so many of us, this is so hard.  Today’s episode explores downtime, devotions, and distractions as we seek to be with God in our private and public lives.

Our guest, Brian Heasley, is a long-term pioneer within the 24-7 prayer movement and serves as the International Prayer Director, he has years of experience in local-church and pioneer missions. Brian is passionate about prayer, mission, and justice that is rooted in a rhythm of devotional and prayerful responsiveness. Brian’s latest book is Be Still: A Simple Guide to Quiet Times.

See the 24/7 Prayer Movement

LECTIO 365 Prayer App for Iphone and Android.

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]]> Scripture tells us, “Be still and know that I am God”.  But for so many of us, this is so hard.  Today’s episode explores downtime, devotions, and distractions as we seek to be with God in our private and public lives.

Our guest, Brian Heasley, is a long-term pioneer within the 24-7 prayer movement and serves as the International Prayer Director, he has years of experience in local-church and pioneer missions. Brian is passionate about prayer, mission, and justice that is rooted in a rhythm of devotional and prayerful responsiveness. Brian’s latest book is Be Still: A Simple Guide to Quiet Times.

See the 24/7 Prayer Movement

LECTIO 365 Prayer App for Iphone and Android.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13796774 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2296 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, be still, quiet time, devotions 5 75 full false 074: Hope Is The First Dose: A Treatment Plan For Recovering From Trauma (with Dr. Lee Warren, MD) 074: Hope Is The First Dose: A Treatment Plan For Recovering From Trauma (with Dr. Lee Warren, MD) Is the abundant life as promised in Scripture possible for trauma survivors? Can those who suffer deep tragedy really find wholeness, or happiness, again? Today we are talking with a medical doctor who has walked with many people through trauma and tragedy even as he was walking through it himself.

Dr. Lee Warren (MD) is an award-winning author, brain surgeon, and Iraq War veteran. Dr. Warren hosts a podcast exploring the complex interplay between faith and science. We are talking with him about his recent book, "HOPE IS THE FIRST DOSE: A Treatment Plan for Recovering from Trauma, Tragedy, and Other Massive Things."

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]]> Is the abundant life as promised in Scripture possible for trauma survivors? Can those who suffer deep tragedy really find wholeness, or happiness, again? Today we are talking with a medical doctor who has walked with many people through trauma and tragedy even as he was walking through it himself.

Dr. Lee Warren (MD) is an award-winning author, brain surgeon, and Iraq War veteran. Dr. Warren hosts a podcast exploring the complex interplay between faith and science. We are talking with him about his recent book, "HOPE IS THE FIRST DOSE: A Treatment Plan for Recovering from Trauma, Tragedy, and Other Massive Things."

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13752395 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2863 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, hope, love, faith, trauma 5 74 full false 073: Be Kind To Your Attachment Strategy and Nervous System 073: Be Kind To Your Attachment Strategy and Nervous System When reactions shoot out of us that we regret, then what do we do? Do you blame or berate yourself? Do you shame and shout at yourself? Too often we are unkind to ourselves in situations like this. 

But instead of this, we need to cultivate compassion (and build understanding) for the attachment strategies that have (literally) shaped our nervous systems, which fire semi-automatically when we are stressed out. 

In this episode, Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw talk about being kind to your engrained attachment strategy (commonly called attachment styles) and how these strategies shape your nervous system.

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]]> When reactions shoot out of us that we regret, then what do we do? Do you blame or berate yourself? Do you shame and shout at yourself? Too often we are unkind to ourselves in situations like this. 

But instead of this, we need to cultivate compassion (and build understanding) for the attachment strategies that have (literally) shaped our nervous systems, which fire semi-automatically when we are stressed out. 

In this episode, Cyd and Geoff Holsclaw talk about being kind to your engrained attachment strategy (commonly called attachment styles) and how these strategies shape your nervous system.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13724391 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1498 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, attachment theory, attachment styles, attachment strategies 5 73 full false 072: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Reality (with Dr. Todd Hall) 072: How Your Attachment Style Shapes Reality (with Dr. Todd Hall) How can two different people experience the same event differently? Do we see, hear, and even feel the world differently? Are we filtering social and emotional information in different ways?  The answer is yes. And this has to do with what Dr. Todd Hall calls attachment filters (or what attachment theory calls "attachment styles"). 

Dr. Todd Hall is Professor of Psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University. Dr. Hall’s writing and research focus on relational approaches to spiritual development, leadership/organizational development, and flourishing.

Get the "Attachment Filter Matrix" PDF here: https://go.relationalspirituality.co/

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]]> How can two different people experience the same event differently? Do we see, hear, and even feel the world differently? Are we filtering social and emotional information in different ways?  The answer is yes. And this has to do with what Dr. Todd Hall calls attachment filters (or what attachment theory calls "attachment styles"). 

Dr. Todd Hall is Professor of Psychology at Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University. Dr. Hall’s writing and research focus on relational approaches to spiritual development, leadership/organizational development, and flourishing.

Get the "Attachment Filter Matrix" PDF here: https://go.relationalspirituality.co/

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13707557 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2630 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, attachment, attachment theory, attachment styles, attachment filters, attachment strategies 5 72 full false 071: Resourcing the Church for Mental Health (with Laura Howe) 071: Resourcing the Church for Mental Health (with Laura Howe) The church is not immune to the growing mental health crisis, certainly not pastors and leaders. And we don’t always know where to get mental health resources for creating resilient individuals and churches. Howe guest today is passionate about bridging that gap.

Laura Howe is a clinical mental health social worker, addictions counselor, and project
manager. She has spent her 15-year career supporting and serving the marginalized
and suffering in her local community. Laura launched Hope Made Strong, an organization dedicated to helping the local church care for their communities without burning out. And launched the Church Mental Health Summit, happening on Oct. 10th, which is on World Mental Health Day.

Links: 
Church Mental Health Summit: https://www.churchmentalhealthsummit.com/
Hope Made Strong: https://www.hopemadestrong.org/about

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]]> The church is not immune to the growing mental health crisis, certainly not pastors and leaders. And we don’t always know where to get mental health resources for creating resilient individuals and churches. Howe guest today is passionate about bridging that gap.

Laura Howe is a clinical mental health social worker, addictions counselor, and project
manager. She has spent her 15-year career supporting and serving the marginalized
and suffering in her local community. Laura launched Hope Made Strong, an organization dedicated to helping the local church care for their communities without burning out. And launched the Church Mental Health Summit, happening on Oct. 10th, which is on World Mental Health Day.

Links: 
Church Mental Health Summit: https://www.churchmentalhealthsummit.com/
Hope Made Strong: https://www.hopemadestrong.org/about

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13664661 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1892 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, mental health, mental health summit 5 71 full false 070: Exploring a Theology of the Body and Confronting Shame with Beth Felker Jones (Summer Rewind) 070: Exploring a Theology of the Body and Confronting Shame with Beth Felker Jones (Summer Rewind) (During our Summer Break we are airing important past episodes)

We're tackling a topic that treads the tightrope between theology and personal acceptance - body theology and body shame. Why have we turned "your body is a temple" into a shaming mechanism? What if our bodies are the place we meet God? The place through which we glorify God?

In this episode we wade deep into the waters of Western philosophical tradition, consumer capitalism's impact on body shaming, and the misinterpretation of scripture that's contributed to a culture of body blame.

Dr. Beth Felker Jones joins Cyd and Geoff to talk about a theology of the body, and how we can lead our culture and churches into deeper freedom.

Follow Dr. Jones at Church Blogmatics.

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]]> (During our Summer Break we are airing important past episodes)

We're tackling a topic that treads the tightrope between theology and personal acceptance - body theology and body shame. Why have we turned "your body is a temple" into a shaming mechanism? What if our bodies are the place we meet God? The place through which we glorify God?

In this episode we wade deep into the waters of Western philosophical tradition, consumer capitalism's impact on body shaming, and the misinterpretation of scripture that's contributed to a culture of body blame.

Dr. Beth Felker Jones joins Cyd and Geoff to talk about a theology of the body, and how we can lead our culture and churches into deeper freedom.

Follow Dr. Jones at Church Blogmatics.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13307176 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2042 4 70 full false 069: Leading with & through Emotion: Limbic Resonance, Leadership, and Spirituality with MaryKate Morse (Summer Rewind) 069: Leading with & through Emotion: Limbic Resonance, Leadership, and Spirituality with MaryKate Morse (Summer Rewind) (During our Summer Break we are airing important past episodes)

What if the secret to impactful leadership and genuine community connection lies deep within our biological construct?  Are emotions and moods contagious, between people and in groups? Why are we unconsciously drawn to certain people and repelled by others? And what does this have to do with leadership?

This episode uncovers the power of our limbic system, our emotional center, and how it shapes our interactions, leadership, and relationships. Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw (Phd), talks with professor MaryKate Morse of Portland Seminary about LIMBIC RESONANCE, leadership, and the shifts between connection and protection.

MaryKate has authored  Lifelong Leadership: Woven Together through Mentoring Communities,   Making Room for Leadership: Power, Space, and Influence and  A Guidebook to Prayer .

We journey through the transformative power of purposeful love, exemplified by Jesus' actions, and counter the use of fear as a tool for influence. The conversation takes us deeper into the profound impact of creating a nurturing learning environment, fostering the growth of pastors and leaders. It's a deep dive into the critical role of emotions, identity, and spiritual formation in shaping a culture of openness in theological education and beyond.

Finally, we bear witness to the power of authenticity and community in spiritual growth, illustrating how speaking our truth and forming genuine relationships is instrumental to our spiritual evolution. We conclude with a reflective discussion on the transformative power of reading and the influence of books on our lives. Get ready to explore your emotional self and discover how it shapes your leadership and connections. Join us on this enlightening journey and enrich your understanding of the intricate relationship between our emotions and our lives.

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What if the secret to impactful leadership and genuine community connection lies deep within our biological construct?  Are emotions and moods contagious, between people and in groups? Why are we unconsciously drawn to certain people and repelled by others? And what does this have to do with leadership?

This episode uncovers the power of our limbic system, our emotional center, and how it shapes our interactions, leadership, and relationships. Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw (Phd), talks with professor MaryKate Morse of Portland Seminary about LIMBIC RESONANCE, leadership, and the shifts between connection and protection.

MaryKate has authored  Lifelong Leadership: Woven Together through Mentoring Communities,   Making Room for Leadership: Power, Space, and Influence and  A Guidebook to Prayer .

We journey through the transformative power of purposeful love, exemplified by Jesus' actions, and counter the use of fear as a tool for influence. The conversation takes us deeper into the profound impact of creating a nurturing learning environment, fostering the growth of pastors and leaders. It's a deep dive into the critical role of emotions, identity, and spiritual formation in shaping a culture of openness in theological education and beyond.

Finally, we bear witness to the power of authenticity and community in spiritual growth, illustrating how speaking our truth and forming genuine relationships is instrumental to our spiritual evolution. We conclude with a reflective discussion on the transformative power of reading and the influence of books on our lives. Get ready to explore your emotional self and discover how it shapes your leadership and connections. Join us on this enlightening journey and enrich your understanding of the intricate relationship between our emotions and our lives.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13307166 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2328 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, limbic resonance 4 69 full false 068: Exploring Low Anthropology and its Impact on the Human Condition, with David Zahl (Summer Rewind) 068: Exploring Low Anthropology and its Impact on the Human Condition, with David Zahl (Summer Rewind) (During our Summer Break we are airing important past episodes)

We spend our days feeling like we’re the only one with problems, when everyone else has their act together.  We feel like other are achieving so much, but we aren’t living up to our potential.

What if the answer wasn’t a higher self-esteem, but a lower anthropology? What if instead of expecting more from others (and ourselves) we actually expected less?

Host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with David Zahl about how a high anthropology—thinking optimistically about human nature—can breed perfectionism, anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and resentment. To counteract this Zahl invites us to consider a biblically rooted and surprisingly life-giving low anthropology, which fosters hope, deep connection, and even happiness.

Check out his new book, Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself).

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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We spend our days feeling like we’re the only one with problems, when everyone else has their act together.  We feel like other are achieving so much, but we aren’t living up to our potential.

What if the answer wasn’t a higher self-esteem, but a lower anthropology? What if instead of expecting more from others (and ourselves) we actually expected less?

Host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with David Zahl about how a high anthropology—thinking optimistically about human nature—can breed perfectionism, anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and resentment. To counteract this Zahl invites us to consider a biblically rooted and surprisingly life-giving low anthropology, which fosters hope, deep connection, and even happiness.

Check out his new book, Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself).

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13307161 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2203 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, trauma, trauma-informed 4 68 full false 067 Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters (with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes) 067 Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters (with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes) What does it mean to be human? This timeless question proves critical as we seek to understand our purpose, identity, and significance. Amidst the many voices clamoring to shape our understanding of humanity, the Bible reveals important truths related to our human identity and vocation that are critical to the flourishing of all of creation.

In this episode, we unpack the profound depths of human existence and our identities in God's image. Dr. Carmen Joy Imes is our guest. She is an associate professor of Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University.  She is the author of Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters and Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters.

Through out the episode, we talk about how salvation is more than just a ticket to heaven; it encompasses our physical bodies, the world around us, and our role in God's restored creation. The beauty of God's presence and purpose consistently echo through the Bible, unveiling our destiny to participate and prosper in all of creation. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> What does it mean to be human? This timeless question proves critical as we seek to understand our purpose, identity, and significance. Amidst the many voices clamoring to shape our understanding of humanity, the Bible reveals important truths related to our human identity and vocation that are critical to the flourishing of all of creation.

In this episode, we unpack the profound depths of human existence and our identities in God's image. Dr. Carmen Joy Imes is our guest. She is an associate professor of Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University.  She is the author of Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters and Being God's Image: Why Creation Still Matters.

Through out the episode, we talk about how salvation is more than just a ticket to heaven; it encompasses our physical bodies, the world around us, and our role in God's restored creation. The beauty of God's presence and purpose consistently echo through the Bible, unveiling our destiny to participate and prosper in all of creation. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13277649 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2031 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, image of God 4 67 full false 066 From Division to Connection: Escaping Enemy Mode with Jim Wilder (Summer Rewind) 066 From Division to Connection: Escaping Enemy Mode with Jim Wilder (Summer Rewind) How do you escape enemy mode? When your brain and body are just against someone (and maybe you don’t even know why).  What if one brain state could explain why we stop listening to, talking with, or caring about, other people? What if this brain state reveals why we lose it on people, fall out of love, and traumatize one another?

Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian Jim Wilder is on to help us unravel the concept of enemy mode, a state of mind that can lead to division and hostility. Jim guides us to understand the intricate triggers of enemy mode, offering practical advice on action we can take to reconnect and restore our relationships.

Find out about Escaping Enemy Mode and Jim's work here.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> How do you escape enemy mode? When your brain and body are just against someone (and maybe you don’t even know why).  What if one brain state could explain why we stop listening to, talking with, or caring about, other people? What if this brain state reveals why we lose it on people, fall out of love, and traumatize one another?

Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian Jim Wilder is on to help us unravel the concept of enemy mode, a state of mind that can lead to division and hostility. Jim guides us to understand the intricate triggers of enemy mode, offering practical advice on action we can take to reconnect and restore our relationships.

Find out about Escaping Enemy Mode and Jim's work here.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13212600 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0400 3844 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, jim wilder, enemy mode 4 66 full false 065 What is Spiritual Formation? (2 Minute Explainer) 065 What is Spiritual Formation? (2 Minute Explainer) Seems like everyone is talking about spiritual formation. But what is it exactly?

In this two-minute explainer episode, Dr. Geoff Holsclaw dives into the realm of spiritual formation, and how it is a "process of being conformed to the image of Christ, within the community and trajectory of Christ, for the sake of others.

And come study with Cyd and Geoff in this new, innovative Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Seems like everyone is talking about spiritual formation. But what is it exactly?

In this two-minute explainer episode, Dr. Geoff Holsclaw dives into the realm of spiritual formation, and how it is a "process of being conformed to the image of Christ, within the community and trajectory of Christ, for the sake of others.

And come study with Cyd and Geoff in this new, innovative Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13140431 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400 174 4 65 full false 064 Raising Resilient Kids: Emotional Regulation and the Role of the Church (with Jessica Nagy) 064 Raising Resilient Kids: Emotional Regulation and the Role of the Church (with Jessica Nagy) Is it possible to raise kids who are emotionally resilient within the dysfunctional dynamics of abuse, divorce, or shared custody? And how can the church be more supportive for children who have hidden trauma?

That's what we are talking about with Jessica Nagy, the founder of Mosaic Motherhood, a community of warrior moms who are navigating co-parenting with a destructive individual.

Join us as we weave through the complex labyrinth of childhood resilience. Break away from the commonly held notion of inherent resilience in kids. Instead, let's spotlight those hidden or adaptive strategies children develop, which can sometimes evolve into maladaptive traits as they grow older.

Resources: Four Keys to Resilient Kids

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]]> Is it possible to raise kids who are emotionally resilient within the dysfunctional dynamics of abuse, divorce, or shared custody? And how can the church be more supportive for children who have hidden trauma?

That's what we are talking about with Jessica Nagy, the founder of Mosaic Motherhood, a community of warrior moms who are navigating co-parenting with a destructive individual.

Join us as we weave through the complex labyrinth of childhood resilience. Break away from the commonly held notion of inherent resilience in kids. Instead, let's spotlight those hidden or adaptive strategies children develop, which can sometimes evolve into maladaptive traits as they grow older.

Resources: Four Keys to Resilient Kids

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13140430 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2901 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, resilience, 4 64 full false 063 What is Relational Neuroscience? The Four E's of Our Identity (2 Minute Explainer) 063 What is Relational Neuroscience? The Four E's of Our Identity (2 Minute Explainer) Ever wondered how your mind, brain-body, and relationships shape your identity? How do experiences become a part of who you are?

This two-minute explainer episode delves into the realm of relational neuroscience, a field that embraces our fundamentally social nature and how it influences our neural and relational connections.

In it Geoff summarizes relational neuroscience into four digestible E's: embodied, embedded, encoded, and extended.

And come study with Cyd and Geoff in this new, innovative Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Ever wondered how your mind, brain-body, and relationships shape your identity? How do experiences become a part of who you are?

This two-minute explainer episode delves into the realm of relational neuroscience, a field that embraces our fundamentally social nature and how it influences our neural and relational connections.

In it Geoff summarizes relational neuroscience into four digestible E's: embodied, embedded, encoded, and extended.

And come study with Cyd and Geoff in this new, innovative Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) in Spiritual Formation and Relational Neuroscience.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13119356 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400 174 4 64 full false 062 How the Fruit of the Spirit are a Foundation of Resiliency (with Michael Sullivant) 062 How the Fruit of the Spirit are a Foundation of Resiliency (with Michael Sullivant) What if the Fruits of the Spirit can build a "nest of resiliency" to weather life's trials?  What if these fruit were less spiritual and more relational?

Join us as we speak with Michael Sullivan, director of relational networks at Life Model Works, who shares his insights on how focusing on LOVE, JOY, and PEACE can transform us into Christ.

Together, we discuss the power of God's "Hesed" - God's love, mercy, and kindness - as an anchor in our lives, and the importance of creating a secure base in our relationships with God and others to develop resilience. Michael explains how delighting in each other and being delighted in by God allows us to experience His presence and radiate joy, ultimately transforming us from glory to glory. Learn how to embrace and work through obstacles in life with the contagious and tangible joy of God's kingdom.

Resources: The Life Model—Simply Explained (PDF)

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]]> What if the Fruits of the Spirit can build a "nest of resiliency" to weather life's trials?  What if these fruit were less spiritual and more relational?

Join us as we speak with Michael Sullivan, director of relational networks at Life Model Works, who shares his insights on how focusing on LOVE, JOY, and PEACE can transform us into Christ.

Together, we discuss the power of God's "Hesed" - God's love, mercy, and kindness - as an anchor in our lives, and the importance of creating a secure base in our relationships with God and others to develop resilience. Michael explains how delighting in each other and being delighted in by God allows us to experience His presence and radiate joy, ultimately transforming us from glory to glory. Learn how to embrace and work through obstacles in life with the contagious and tangible joy of God's kingdom.

Resources: The Life Model—Simply Explained (PDF)

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13116411 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2141 4 62 full false 061 The Art of Mentalizing: Enhancing Interpersonal Relationships through Emotional Awareness (with Dr. Lina Ponder) 061 The Art of Mentalizing: Enhancing Interpersonal Relationships through Emotional Awareness (with Dr. Lina Ponder) We've all heard about mindfulness. But what about "mentalization"? We are talking about how this little-known concept helps us understand ourselves (creating more self-compassion), understand others (leading to more empathy), and connect to God. 

Our guest, Dr. Lina Ponder is a clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and spiritual director—so she is perfect for this podcast. She has trained with international experts on the role of early life bonding on the quality of relationships and well-being throughout life. She loves to teach and facilitate the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius as she marvels at the profound convergence of developmental psychology and developmental spirituality.

Discover the critical importance of developing emotional awareness and mentalization skills from infancy, and how our caregivers shape these abilities. Learn how experiences beyond childhood can help overcome early limitations in our mentalizing capacity. Dr. Ponder also shares her insights on accessing our inner worlds through spirituality, reflecting on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius, and how they can powerfully enhance our understanding of ourselves, others, and our connection with God. Don't miss this enlightening episode that merges the worlds of psychology and spirituality, offering transformative insights and practical applications for personal growth.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> We've all heard about mindfulness. But what about "mentalization"? We are talking about how this little-known concept helps us understand ourselves (creating more self-compassion), understand others (leading to more empathy), and connect to God. 

Our guest, Dr. Lina Ponder is a clinical psychologist, psychoanalyst, and spiritual director—so she is perfect for this podcast. She has trained with international experts on the role of early life bonding on the quality of relationships and well-being throughout life. She loves to teach and facilitate the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius as she marvels at the profound convergence of developmental psychology and developmental spirituality.

Discover the critical importance of developing emotional awareness and mentalization skills from infancy, and how our caregivers shape these abilities. Learn how experiences beyond childhood can help overcome early limitations in our mentalizing capacity. Dr. Ponder also shares her insights on accessing our inner worlds through spirituality, reflecting on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius, and how they can powerfully enhance our understanding of ourselves, others, and our connection with God. Don't miss this enlightening episode that merges the worlds of psychology and spirituality, offering transformative insights and practical applications for personal growth.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13069207 Mon, 19 Jun 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2150 4 61 full false 060 Why Discipleship is an Adventure in Transformation (with Jessie Cruickshank) 060 Why Discipleship is an Adventure in Transformation (with Jessie Cruickshank) Jesus told his followers, “Go and make disciples of every nation,” but a lot of us stop before we start—because we feel like we don’t have what it takes. But Jesus didn’t ask spiritual superstars to make disciples. He invited ordinary people into the adventure of following him.

Our guest, Jessie Cruickshank, holds an M.Ed. from Harvard in mind, brain, and education. She is an ordained minister and a nationally recognized expert in disciple-making and the neuroscience of transformation. And she has recently written Ordinary Discipleship: How God Wires Us for the Adventure of Transformation.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Jesus told his followers, “Go and make disciples of every nation,” but a lot of us stop before we start—because we feel like we don’t have what it takes. But Jesus didn’t ask spiritual superstars to make disciples. He invited ordinary people into the adventure of following him.

Our guest, Jessie Cruickshank, holds an M.Ed. from Harvard in mind, brain, and education. She is an ordained minister and a nationally recognized expert in disciple-making and the neuroscience of transformation. And she has recently written Ordinary Discipleship: How God Wires Us for the Adventure of Transformation.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-13025145 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0400 2162 4 60 full false 059 The Psalms as a Guide to Joy, Sadness, and Anger (with Dr. David Taylor) 059 The Psalms as a Guide to Joy, Sadness, and Anger (with Dr. David Taylor) What if the Psalms aren't just old religious poetry, but guideposts for our everyday struggles and wounds? What if the Psalms are a pathway into the presence of God through the all too human emotions of joy, sadness, and even anger?

Join Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw for a conversation with David Taylor, associate professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, as we explore the relevance of the Psalms and his book, Open and Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life.

Together, we unpack the Psalms of Praise and the counterintuitive nature of joy, as well as how to find solace in the presence of those who are glad to be with us amidst life's challenges. Then, we venture into the world of Psalms of Lament, learning how they teach us to name our pain and grant us permission to be honest with God in our prayers and laments. Then we end by talking about the angry Psalms, the imprecatory Psalm.  

As we delve deeper into the life of faith and the Psalms, we discuss their ability to move us beyond our attachment histories and emotions, fostering a more profound connection with God.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> What if the Psalms aren't just old religious poetry, but guideposts for our everyday struggles and wounds? What if the Psalms are a pathway into the presence of God through the all too human emotions of joy, sadness, and even anger?

Join Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw for a conversation with David Taylor, associate professor of theology and culture at Fuller Theological Seminary, as we explore the relevance of the Psalms and his book, Open and Unafraid: The Psalms as a Guide to Life.

Together, we unpack the Psalms of Praise and the counterintuitive nature of joy, as well as how to find solace in the presence of those who are glad to be with us amidst life's challenges. Then, we venture into the world of Psalms of Lament, learning how they teach us to name our pain and grant us permission to be honest with God in our prayers and laments. Then we end by talking about the angry Psalms, the imprecatory Psalm.  

As we delve deeper into the life of faith and the Psalms, we discuss their ability to move us beyond our attachment histories and emotions, fostering a more profound connection with God.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12966492 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2165 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, Psalms, Scripture, Bible 4 58 full false 058 Spiritual, Neural, and Relational Integration: On the union of brain, body, bible, and more 058 Spiritual, Neural, and Relational Integration: On the union of brain, body, bible, and more What if the key to a deep and fulfilling faith journey lies in the integration of the brain, body, and Bible?

Join Geoff and Cyd as they discuss the importance of integration, taking inspiration from the Trinity, the Church as the Body of Christ, our union with God, and the great commandment to love God with our heart, soul, mind, and strength.  As they talk about interpersonal neurobiology, internal family systems, and coaching, this conversation will hopefully leave you with a new understanding of the interconnectedness of faith, neuroscience, and the human experience.

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— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

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]]> What if the key to a deep and fulfilling faith journey lies in the integration of the brain, body, and Bible?

Join Geoff and Cyd as they discuss the importance of integration, taking inspiration from the Trinity, the Church as the Body of Christ, our union with God, and the great commandment to love God with our heart, soul, mind, and strength.  As they talk about interpersonal neurobiology, internal family systems, and coaching, this conversation will hopefully leave you with a new understanding of the interconnectedness of faith, neuroscience, and the human experience.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
— HELP SUPPORT this podcast financially by joining our Substack for only $8 a month (every little bit helps).

— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12921805 Thu, 25 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1302 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, integration 4 58 full false 057 Exploring the 3 Core Attachment Questions Shaping Our Lives 057 Exploring the 3 Core Attachment Questions Shaping Our Lives Whether we are aware of it or not, we are constantly living from the answers of three core attachment questions.

Join us for a conversation on the three default attachment questions deeply embedded in our nervous systems and implicit memories: 1) are other people available to me; 2) will this distress be alleviated; and 3) can I use my agency for good?

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— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

— ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort: Launching again in mid-June. Join us and learn to grow beyond anxious and avoidant spiritualities.

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We explore how our answers to these questions inform our behavior and how a process of rupture and repair helps us gain insight.

We also discuss the significance of secure attachment during our formative years, and how our caregivers' sensitivity and attunement can lay the foundation for our sense of agency and security. However, an inconsistent care environment may lead to insecurity and impact our expectations from the world. Discover how our answers to these questions affect our ability to use our agency in moments of distress and our role in the Embodied Faith journey. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on the power of attachment and its profound influence on our lives.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Whether we are aware of it or not, we are constantly living from the answers of three core attachment questions.

Join us for a conversation on the three default attachment questions deeply embedded in our nervous systems and implicit memories: 1) are other people available to me; 2) will this distress be alleviated; and 3) can I use my agency for good?

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
— HELP SUPPORT this podcast financially by joining our Substack for only $8 a month (every little bit helps).

— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

— ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort: Launching again in mid-June. Join us and learn to grow beyond anxious and avoidant spiritualities.

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We explore how our answers to these questions inform our behavior and how a process of rupture and repair helps us gain insight.

We also discuss the significance of secure attachment during our formative years, and how our caregivers' sensitivity and attunement can lay the foundation for our sense of agency and security. However, an inconsistent care environment may lead to insecurity and impact our expectations from the world. Discover how our answers to these questions affect our ability to use our agency in moments of distress and our role in the Embodied Faith journey. Don't miss this enlightening discussion on the power of attachment and its profound influence on our lives.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12912798 Wed, 24 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1245 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation 4 57 full false 056 The Importance of Your Physical Body in Worship (with Dr. David Taylor) 056 The Importance of Your Physical Body in Worship (with Dr. David Taylor) What would you say to someone who just feels that in-person worship is for them? 

If we worship in spirit and truth, do our bodies even matter? Are our bodies just neutral spectators, reluctant participants in worship?

Dr. David Taylor joins us to talk about just how important our bodies are for worship, that we "get to" and "need to" worship God with our bodies. 

Check out his new book, A Body of Praise: Understanding the Role of Our Physical Bodies in Worship. And find out more about David here. 

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— HELP SUPPORT this podcast financially by joining our Substack for only $8 a month (every little bit helps).

— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

— ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort: Launching again in mid-June. Join us and learn to grow beyond anxious and avoidant spiritualities.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> What would you say to someone who just feels that in-person worship is for them? 

If we worship in spirit and truth, do our bodies even matter? Are our bodies just neutral spectators, reluctant participants in worship?

Dr. David Taylor joins us to talk about just how important our bodies are for worship, that we "get to" and "need to" worship God with our bodies. 

Check out his new book, A Body of Praise: Understanding the Role of Our Physical Bodies in Worship. And find out more about David here. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-12882146 Fri, 19 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2474 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, a body of praise, body, bodies 4 56 full false 055 Why You Can't Get Unstuck Alone (Short Reflection Episode) 055 Why You Can't Get Unstuck Alone (Short Reflection Episode) Will power + Knowledge ≠ Spiritual Change.

What is the role of community, of joy, of honoring our parts, and of self-compassion as we seek to unstick our minds and break unhealthy spiritual patterns?

Geoff and Cyd offer a brief reflection on themes from our previous episode.

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]]> Will power + Knowledge ≠ Spiritual Change.

What is the role of community, of joy, of honoring our parts, and of self-compassion as we seek to unstick our minds and break unhealthy spiritual patterns?

Geoff and Cyd offer a brief reflection on themes from our previous episode.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12868445 Wed, 17 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 978 full false 054 How to Unstick Your Mind (with Mimika Cooney) 054 How to Unstick Your Mind (with Mimika Cooney) How can you unstick your mind? How can faith be a key to mental resistance?

We talk it with Mimika Cooney, a faith-based author, speaker, and coach.  She empowers Christians to rewire their brain by combining neuroscience, positive psychology, and a faith-based approach. Author of the recently released Unstick Your Mind: Shift your Mindset, Develop Grit & Break Barriers.

You can find Mimika at www.mimikacooney.com.
And follow her on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/mimikacooney

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]]> How can you unstick your mind? How can faith be a key to mental resistance?

We talk it with Mimika Cooney, a faith-based author, speaker, and coach.  She empowers Christians to rewire their brain by combining neuroscience, positive psychology, and a faith-based approach. Author of the recently released Unstick Your Mind: Shift your Mindset, Develop Grit & Break Barriers.

You can find Mimika at www.mimikacooney.com.
And follow her on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/mimikacooney

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12817459 Tue, 09 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1910 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, grit, positive psychology 4 54 full false 053 Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? 053 Is Joy Even More Central Than Love? What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

(And this is really the beginning of season 4...Ignore that Geoff said it was the beginning of season 3).

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]]> What is so important about joy? The great commandment is to love God and others, but is joy even more central than that? Where does joy fit in the landscape of political outrage and cynicism, in the seriousness of life today?

We're talking about it. Looking at why joy and love are so connected.

(And this is really the beginning of season 4...Ignore that Geoff said it was the beginning of season 3).

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
 
— HELP SUPPORT this podcast financially by joining our Substack for only $8 a month (every little bit helps).

— SOUL SPRING CLEANING, for Busy People: A 30-minute Reflection to help you clean up your SOUL-CLUTTER.

— ANCHORED Learning Cohort: Launching in mid-May.  Join now and start working through the material and then join the weekly cohort LIVE meetings.

— ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort: Launching again in mid-June. Join us and learn to grow beyond anxious and avoidant spiritualities.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12778344 Wed, 03 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1608 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, trauma, trauma-informed, joy, love full false 052 Is God Ashamed of Me? (Brad Vaughn, fka Jackson Wu) 052 Is God Ashamed of Me? (Brad Vaughn, fka Jackson Wu) Did Brené Brown miss something about shame? Is it always bad, or something good? Does God save us from shame? Or might God save us through shame?

If this sounds crazy, maybe it is because we thinking about shame in a Western cultural framework.  Dr. Jackson Wu talks about how honor and shame work in the Bible, and how that might help us read the scriptures and understand salvation.

Check out his new books, Seeking God's Face: Practical Reflections on Honor and Shame in Scripture, and The Cross in Context: Reconsidering Biblical Metaphors for Atonement.

And follow Brad on Twitter and read his blog.

(This podcast was recorded before Brad stopped using his pseudonym, which he explains here).

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]]> Did Brené Brown miss something about shame? Is it always bad, or something good? Does God save us from shame? Or might God save us through shame?

If this sounds crazy, maybe it is because we thinking about shame in a Western cultural framework.  Dr. Jackson Wu talks about how honor and shame work in the Bible, and how that might help us read the scriptures and understand salvation.

Check out his new books, Seeking God's Face: Practical Reflections on Honor and Shame in Scripture, and The Cross in Context: Reconsidering Biblical Metaphors for Atonement.

And follow Brad on Twitter and read his blog.

(This podcast was recorded before Brad stopped using his pseudonym, which he explains here).

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12527683 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2042 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, shame, honor 3 52 full false 051 Healing Trauma in the Church (with Janyne McConnaughey, PhD) 051 Healing Trauma in the Church (with Janyne McConnaughey, PhD) How, in our churches, can we walk with those struggling with the effects of trauma? How can we create spaces for deep connection with God and authentic healing?

How can we become more than trauma-informed, becoming God’s people who are truly trauma-responsive as those who follow the crucified and risen Jesus?

Cyd and Geoff sit down with Janyne McConnaughey (PhD) to talk about a practical and compassionate roadmap for how churches can journey with those struggling with trauma.

Janyne's New Book: Trauma in the Pews: The Impact on Faith and Spiritual Practices (affiliate)

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]]> How, in our churches, can we walk with those struggling with the effects of trauma? How can we create spaces for deep connection with God and authentic healing?

How can we become more than trauma-informed, becoming God’s people who are truly trauma-responsive as those who follow the crucified and risen Jesus?

Cyd and Geoff sit down with Janyne McConnaughey (PhD) to talk about a practical and compassionate roadmap for how churches can journey with those struggling with trauma.

Janyne's New Book: Trauma in the Pews: The Impact on Faith and Spiritual Practices (affiliate)

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12507484 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0400 2360 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, trauma, trauma-informed 3 51 full false 050 Can Deconstruction Cure a Disembodied Faith? (with Dr. Sean Davidson) 050 Can Deconstruction Cure a Disembodied Faith? (with Dr. Sean Davidson) Can disembodied ways of thinking and living lead to a more embodied faith? No. And that’s why we need to look at the promise and perils of faith deconstruction.

Everyone's journey of deconstruction is different. But only some paths lead to a more embodied faith, while others perpetuate the very problems we are trying to deconstruct. 

We talk about how deconstructing faith can be good, and how it can turn bad, with Rev. Dr. Sean Davidson, rector of three parishes in New Brunswick (yeah, more Canadians). And he is a missional mentor with the Institute of Evangelism at Wycliffe College (Toronto). 

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]]> Can disembodied ways of thinking and living lead to a more embodied faith? No. And that’s why we need to look at the promise and perils of faith deconstruction.

Everyone's journey of deconstruction is different. But only some paths lead to a more embodied faith, while others perpetuate the very problems we are trying to deconstruct. 

We talk about how deconstructing faith can be good, and how it can turn bad, with Rev. Dr. Sean Davidson, rector of three parishes in New Brunswick (yeah, more Canadians). And he is a missional mentor with the Institute of Evangelism at Wycliffe College (Toronto). 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12475986 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2311 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, deconstruction 3 50 full false 049 On Distorting Sex, Marriage, the Gospel (with Dr. Beth Felker Jones) 049 On Distorting Sex, Marriage, the Gospel (with Dr. Beth Felker Jones) Like Jesus, we need to overturn the tables of those peddling gender hierarchies within the temple of our bodies.

Because our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, we need to overturn this harmful equation of sex and salvation with a gender hierarchy.

In this episode, with Dr. Beth Felker Jones, we talk about the recent outrage over the article "Sex Won’t Save You (But It Points to the One Who Will)", its distorting and damaging theology, and point toward a better understanding of the goodness of sex, marriage, and the gospel.

See also Dr. Jones' book, Faithful: A Theology of Sex, and her blog.

Other resources: 

Affiliate links included.

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]]> Like Jesus, we need to overturn the tables of those peddling gender hierarchies within the temple of our bodies.

Because our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, we need to overturn this harmful equation of sex and salvation with a gender hierarchy.

In this episode, with Dr. Beth Felker Jones, we talk about the recent outrage over the article "Sex Won’t Save You (But It Points to the One Who Will)", its distorting and damaging theology, and point toward a better understanding of the goodness of sex, marriage, and the gospel.

See also Dr. Jones' book, Faithful: A Theology of Sex, and her blog.

Other resources: 

Affiliate links included.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12415883 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1760 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, marriage 3 49 full false 048 From Shame to Grace: Your Body, the Temple (with Dr. Beth Felker Jones) 048 From Shame to Grace: Your Body, the Temple (with Dr. Beth Felker Jones) Why have we turned "your body is a temple" into a shaming mechanism? What if our bodies are the place we meet God? The place through which we glorify God?

Dr. Beth Felker Jones joins Cyd and Geoff to talk about a theology of the body, and how we can lead our culture and churches into deeper freedom.

Follow Dr. Jones at Church Blogmatics. 

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]]> Why have we turned "your body is a temple" into a shaming mechanism? What if our bodies are the place we meet God? The place through which we glorify God?

Dr. Beth Felker Jones joins Cyd and Geoff to talk about a theology of the body, and how we can lead our culture and churches into deeper freedom.

Follow Dr. Jones at Church Blogmatics. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12391885 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2042 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, theology, theology of the body 3 48 full false 047 Laying Down Enemy Mode to Follow Jesus (with Jon Hand) 047 Laying Down Enemy Mode to Follow Jesus (with Jon Hand) Shouldn't Jesus change how we see people? So why is it that Christians seem to have as many enemies as others?

We talked with Jon Hand about why "enemy mode" is so prevalent in the church, and how being Jesus-centered gives us a new identity and a new perspective on others. This episode is a continuation of our interview with Jim Wilder on "How To Escape Enemy Mode."

ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort Waitlist: explore the gifts and shortcomings of distracted and dismissive attachment, and learn how to begin building a secure attachment with God and others.

Jon is movement leadership within Jesus Collective, an international relational network of churches and leaders seeking to advance a more hopeful Christianity by seeking to keep Jesus at the center. Jon has also spent the last 10 years coaching Christian leaders across Canada, the US, and the UK in a unique year-long Soul Coaching journey that blends spiritual formation, neuroscience, and emotional integration to help leaders lead from their own transformation.

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]]> Shouldn't Jesus change how we see people? So why is it that Christians seem to have as many enemies as others?

We talked with Jon Hand about why "enemy mode" is so prevalent in the church, and how being Jesus-centered gives us a new identity and a new perspective on others. This episode is a continuation of our interview with Jim Wilder on "How To Escape Enemy Mode."

ATTACHING TO GOD Learning Cohort Waitlist: explore the gifts and shortcomings of distracted and dismissive attachment, and learn how to begin building a secure attachment with God and others.

Jon is movement leadership within Jesus Collective, an international relational network of churches and leaders seeking to advance a more hopeful Christianity by seeking to keep Jesus at the center. Jon has also spent the last 10 years coaching Christian leaders across Canada, the US, and the UK in a unique year-long Soul Coaching journey that blends spiritual formation, neuroscience, and emotional integration to help leaders lead from their own transformation.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12323086 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500 2596 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, self-acceptance 3 47 full false 046 When church trauma (literally) breaks your heart (with Rose Madrid Swetman) 046 When church trauma (literally) breaks your heart (with Rose Madrid Swetman) Chronic stress and trauma are not just emotional. They change our bodies. It affects our physical nature, causing illness. And the reverse is true. When physical remedies don’t seem to be available, our relational and spiritual lives just might be the healing we need.

Rose Madrid Swetman, pastor, coach, and spiritual director, talks about her experience with a kind of heart failure and the surprising healing that she found for her body, mind, and spirit. 

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]]> Chronic stress and trauma are not just emotional. They change our bodies. It affects our physical nature, causing illness. And the reverse is true. When physical remedies don’t seem to be available, our relational and spiritual lives just might be the healing we need.

Rose Madrid Swetman, pastor, coach, and spiritual director, talks about her experience with a kind of heart failure and the surprising healing that she found for her body, mind, and spirit. 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12314287 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2396 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, trauma, trauma-informed 3 46 full false 045 How To Escape Enemy Mode (Jim Wilder) 045 How To Escape Enemy Mode (Jim Wilder) How do you escape enemy mode? When your brain and body are just against someone (and maybe you don’t even know why).  What if one brain state could explain why we stop listening to, talking with, or caring about, other people? What if this brain state reveals why we lose it on people, fall out of love, and traumatize one another?

Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian Jim Wilder is on to talk about all this, and help us identify and overcome enemy mode.

Find out about Escaping Enemy Mode and Jim's work here.

Other episodes with Jim Wilder:

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]]> How do you escape enemy mode? When your brain and body are just against someone (and maybe you don’t even know why).  What if one brain state could explain why we stop listening to, talking with, or caring about, other people? What if this brain state reveals why we lose it on people, fall out of love, and traumatize one another?

Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian Jim Wilder is on to talk about all this, and help us identify and overcome enemy mode.

Find out about Escaping Enemy Mode and Jim's work here.

Other episodes with Jim Wilder:

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12177730 Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 3844 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, enemy mode, Jim Wilder, embodied faith 3 45 full false 044 The Connected Life: The Art & Science of Relational Spirituality (with Dr. Todd Hall) 044 The Connected Life: The Art & Science of Relational Spirituality (with Dr. Todd Hall) Loneliness and disconnection have been on the rise for a long time in our society. We long for a deep meaning to make sense of our lives, but we don't know how to find it. How can we find a Connected Life?

Embodied Faith host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with professor of psychology Todd Hall (PhD) about finding "The Connected Life" through growing our relational knowledge and strong attachment bonds.

See Dr. Hall's new book — The Connected Life: The Art and Science of Relational Spirituality.

Related Episode: Why Psychology Can Help Our Spiritual Transformation 

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]]> Loneliness and disconnection have been on the rise for a long time in our society. We long for a deep meaning to make sense of our lives, but we don't know how to find it. How can we find a Connected Life?

Embodied Faith host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with professor of psychology Todd Hall (PhD) about finding "The Connected Life" through growing our relational knowledge and strong attachment bonds.

See Dr. Hall's new book — The Connected Life: The Art and Science of Relational Spirituality.

Related Episode: Why Psychology Can Help Our Spiritual Transformation 

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12156493 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2268 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, self-acceptance 3 44 full false 043 Original Trauma, IFS, and Christian Mysticism (with Jonathan Puddle) 043 Original Trauma, IFS, and Christian Mysticism (with Jonathan Puddle) Original Sin? How about "original trauma". What would change if we shifted from one to the other? How might that shift our view of ourselves, of sin, and of salvation? And what does Christian mysticism have to do with it?

Jonathan Puddle is a contemplative, Jesus-following mystic who helps people find God at work in their inner lives. He is the author of the award-winning, You Are Enough: Learning to Love Yourself the Way God Loves You, and Mornings with God: Daily Bible Devotional for Men. Find his podcast and more at jonathanpuddle.com.

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]]> Original Sin? How about "original trauma". What would change if we shifted from one to the other? How might that shift our view of ourselves, of sin, and of salvation? And what does Christian mysticism have to do with it?

Jonathan Puddle is a contemplative, Jesus-following mystic who helps people find God at work in their inner lives. He is the author of the award-winning, You Are Enough: Learning to Love Yourself the Way God Loves You, and Mornings with God: Daily Bible Devotional for Men. Find his podcast and more at jonathanpuddle.com.

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12103490 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 2427 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, original sin, original trauma 3 43 full false 042 Practicing Self-Compassion (6 minute meditation) 042 Practicing Self-Compassion (6 minute meditation) Self-compassion can be hard? Integrative coach spiritual director Cyd Holsclaw guides you through a short practice (6 minutes) to help you give yourself more compassion and receive the compassion of God.

Related Episode: What is Self-Compassion? Why is it important for faith journey?

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]]> Self-compassion can be hard? Integrative coach spiritual director Cyd Holsclaw guides you through a short practice (6 minutes) to help you give yourself more compassion and receive the compassion of God.

Related Episode: What is Self-Compassion? Why is it important for faith journey?

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw Buzzsprout-12102049 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 573 attachment theory, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, self-compassion, self-acceptance 3 42 full false 041 What is Self-Compassion? Why is it important for faith journey? 041 What is Self-Compassion? Why is it important for faith journey? What is Self-Compassion? How is it different than self-esteem? And why is it important for our spiritual lives?

Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw (he's a theologian and pastor, she's an integrative coach and spiritual director) talk about self-compassion and why it matters.

And see why the self-esteem movement is dead and how self-compassion and humility are replacing it

See Dr. Kristin Neff's quick definition of self-compassion (link).

Related Episode: How a Low Anthropology Might Actually Save You

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]]> What is Self-Compassion? How is it different than self-esteem? And why is it important for our spiritual lives?

Geoff and Cyd Holsclaw (he's a theologian and pastor, she's an integrative coach and spiritual director) talk about self-compassion and why it matters.

And see why the self-esteem movement is dead and how self-compassion and humility are replacing it

See Dr. Kristin Neff's quick definition of self-compassion (link).

Related Episode: How a Low Anthropology Might Actually Save You

Dive deeper in our new book, Landscapes of the Soul: How the Science and Spirituality of Attachment Can Move You into Confident Faith, Courage, and Connection, and learn about our trainings and other resources at embodiedfaith.life.

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]]> Buzzsprout-12086062 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1308 full false 040 How a Low Anthropology Might Actually Save You (with David Zahl) 040 How a Low Anthropology Might Actually Save You (with David Zahl) We spend our days feeling like we’re the only one with problems, when everyone else has their act together.  We feel like other are achieving so much, but we aren’t living up to our potential. 

What if the answer wasn’t a higher self-esteem, but a lower anthropology? What if instead of expecting more from others (and ourselves) we actually expected less?

Host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with David Zahl about how a high anthropology—thinking optimistically about human nature—can breed perfectionism, anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and resentment. To counteract this Zahl invites us to consider a biblically rooted and surprisingly life-giving low anthropology, which fosters hope, deep connection, and even happiness.

Check out his new book, "Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself)".

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]]> We spend our days feeling like we’re the only one with problems, when everyone else has their act together.  We feel like other are achieving so much, but we aren’t living up to our potential. 

What if the answer wasn’t a higher self-esteem, but a lower anthropology? What if instead of expecting more from others (and ourselves) we actually expected less?

Host Geoff Holsclaw (PhD) talks with David Zahl about how a high anthropology—thinking optimistically about human nature—can breed perfectionism, anxiety, burnout, loneliness, and resentment. To counteract this Zahl invites us to consider a biblically rooted and surprisingly life-giving low anthropology, which fosters hope, deep connection, and even happiness.

Check out his new book, "Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself)".

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]]> Buzzsprout-11572595 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0400 2203 neuroscience, relational neuroscience, psychology, faith, spirituality, spiritual formation, david zahl 3 40 full false 039 Leadership and the Limbic System (with MaryKate Morse) 039 Leadership and the Limbic System (with MaryKate Morse) Are emotions and moods contagious, between people and in groups? Why are we unconsciously drawn to certain people and repelled by others? And what does this have to do with leadership?

Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw (Phd), talks with professor MaryKate Morse of Portland Seminary about LIMBIC RESONANCE, leadership, and the shifts between connection and protection.

MaryKate has authored  Lifelong Leadership: Woven Together through Mentoring Communities,   Making Room for Leadership: Power, Space, and Influence  and  A Guidebook to Prayer .

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]]> Are emotions and moods contagious, between people and in groups? Why are we unconsciously drawn to certain people and repelled by others? And what does this have to do with leadership?

Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw (Phd), talks with professor MaryKate Morse of Portland Seminary about LIMBIC RESONANCE, leadership, and the shifts between connection and protection.

MaryKate has authored  Lifelong Leadership: Woven Together through Mentoring Communities,   Making Room for Leadership: Power, Space, and Influence  and  A Guidebook to Prayer .

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]]> Buzzsprout-11523567 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0400 2328 relational neuroscience, neuroscience, interpersonal neurobiology, spiritual formation, spirituality, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Gospel, immanuel prayer, immanuel approach, embodied faith, trauma, trauma-informed, limbic resonance 3 39 full false 038 Is God Big Enough for ALL of our Parts? IFS & Spiritual Direction 038 Is God Big Enough for ALL of our Parts? IFS & Spiritual Direction I want to pursue God. But part of would rather not. Another part is a little afraid of God. And anther is worried that God is just done with me.  Is God big enough for all our parts?

Embodied Faith host Dr. Geoff Holsclaw sits down with spiritual director and trained IFS (Internal Family Systems) practitioner Brian Hohmeier. 

Brian serves as director of curriculum development for the Order of the Common Life, which is reimagining religious vocations for 21st century at orderofthecommonlife.org.

RESOURCES:

IFS Episodes:
• Why the Lost Art of Paying Attention Is Everything in the Spiritual Life (with Jared Boyd)
• How To Welcome the Parts Warring Within Us (Jenna Riemersma)

IFS Resources:
• No Bad Parts  - Richard Schwartz
• Internal Family Systems Therapy - Richard Schwartz

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]]> I want to pursue God. But part of would rather not. Another part is a little afraid of God. And anther is worried that God is just done with me.  Is God big enough for all our parts?

Embodied Faith host Dr. Geoff Holsclaw sits down with spiritual director and trained IFS (Internal Family Systems) practitioner Brian Hohmeier. 

Brian serves as director of curriculum development for the Order of the Common Life, which is reimagining religious vocations for 21st century at orderofthecommonlife.org.

RESOURCES:

IFS Episodes:
• Why the Lost Art of Paying Attention Is Everything in the Spiritual Life (with Jared Boyd)
• How To Welcome the Parts Warring Within Us (Jenna Riemersma)

IFS Resources:
• No Bad Parts  - Richard Schwartz
• Internal Family Systems Therapy - Richard Schwartz

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]]> Brian Hohmeier Buzzsprout-11414015 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400 2560 spiritual formation, spiritual direction, spiritual director, IFS, Internal Family Systems, neuroscience, psychology, faith, God, Jesus, Christianity, relational neuroscience, embodied faith 3 38 full false 037 How to Find The Best of You, and Discover Yourself In God (with Dr. Alison Cook) 037 How to Find The Best of You, and Discover Yourself In God (with Dr. Alison Cook) Is there something between being SELFISH and SELFLESS? Between CODEPENDENCY and total INDEPENDENCY? How do I stop painful patterns in my life? How can we mend the past and life in the present? And how can I make joyful connect with others, God, and myself.

Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw, talks with Dr. Alison Cook about discovering your true self in God. Check out her new book, The Best of You: Break Free from Painful Patterns, Mend Your Past, and Discover Your True Self in God, and find her here.

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]]> Is there something between being SELFISH and SELFLESS? Between CODEPENDENCY and total INDEPENDENCY? How do I stop painful patterns in my life? How can we mend the past and life in the present? And how can I make joyful connect with others, God, and myself.

Embodied Faith host, Geoff Holsclaw, talks with Dr. Alison Cook about discovering your true self in God. Check out her new book, The Best of You: Break Free from Painful Patterns, Mend Your Past, and Discover Your True Self in God, and find her here.

If you would like coaching or spiritual direction that aligns with this podcast, then connect with Cyd Holsclaw here.

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]]> Buzzsprout-11435083 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400 2090 IFS, Internal Family Systems, Attachment Theory, Attachment, Spiritual Formation, Therapy, neuroscience, relational neuroscience, IPNB, Alison Cook, Dr. Alison Cook, The Best of You, therapy, God, Jesus, Christianity, Christian, Faith 3 37 full false 036 Why Focus on “Embodied” Spiritual Practices? (with Josh Wilson) 036 Why Focus on “Embodied” Spiritual Practices? (with Josh Wilson) Maybe you’ve heard of spiritual disciplines, or spiritual practices.  But why should we focus on them being embodied? What difference do our bodied make in the spiritual life?

Micro-church pastor Josh Wilson join us to talk abut why his church focuses on embodied spiritual practices. 

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]]> Maybe you’ve heard of spiritual disciplines, or spiritual practices.  But why should we focus on them being embodied? What difference do our bodied make in the spiritual life?

Micro-church pastor Josh Wilson join us to talk abut why his church focuses on embodied spiritual practices. 

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-11063075 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1669 neuroscience, spiritual formation, spirituality, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Gospel, immanuel prayer, immanuel approach, embodied faith, trauma, trauma-informed 2 36 full false 035 Engaging Trauma as the Church's New Mission Field (with Fred Liggin) 035 Engaging Trauma as the Church's New Mission Field (with Fred Liggin) Is navigating the realities of trauma a (if not THE) defining context of mission and witness for the church in North America? And if so, what does that mean for pastors, leaders, and church members?

Pastor, community organizer, and contextual theologian Fred Liggin talks about creating spaces of "security, support, voice and choice" as necessary aspects of witnessing to God's kingdom come as we seek to be trauma-informed and trauma-based churches.
 
Also see the earlier episode with Fred on "What is a Trauma-Informed Church?"

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]]> Is navigating the realities of trauma a (if not THE) defining context of mission and witness for the church in North America? And if so, what does that mean for pastors, leaders, and church members?

Pastor, community organizer, and contextual theologian Fred Liggin talks about creating spaces of "security, support, voice and choice" as necessary aspects of witnessing to God's kingdom come as we seek to be trauma-informed and trauma-based churches.
 
Also see the earlier episode with Fred on "What is a Trauma-Informed Church?"

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]]> Buzzsprout-10869355 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400 2769 neuroscience, spiritual formation, spirituality, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Gospel, immanuel prayer, immanuel approach, embodied faith, trauma, trauma-informed 2 35 full false 034 How Past Trauma Invades the Present & What to Do About It (with Dr. Karl Lehman) 034 How Past Trauma Invades the Present & What to Do About It (with Dr. Karl Lehman) Why do certain things seem to set me off? Why do I sometimes turn on the people I love? Where do these too big thoughts and feelings come from? 

Often it is past trauma invading the present.  Can anything be done about it? And how can Jesus be involved?

I'm talking with Dr. Karl Lehman about catching the past as it invades the present,  how we can get better at it, and how we can allow Jesus to heal us from trauma. 

Dr. Lehman is a board-certified psychiatrist with thirty years and more than forty thousand hours of clinical experience, all seeking to integrate faith-based emotional healing with insights provided by psychological and neurological research.

Dr. Lehman's Personal Website: https://www.immanuelapproach.com/
The Immanuel Approach: https://www.immanuelapproach.com/

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]]> Why do certain things seem to set me off? Why do I sometimes turn on the people I love? Where do these too big thoughts and feelings come from? 

Often it is past trauma invading the present.  Can anything be done about it? And how can Jesus be involved?

I'm talking with Dr. Karl Lehman about catching the past as it invades the present,  how we can get better at it, and how we can allow Jesus to heal us from trauma. 

Dr. Lehman is a board-certified psychiatrist with thirty years and more than forty thousand hours of clinical experience, all seeking to integrate faith-based emotional healing with insights provided by psychological and neurological research.

Dr. Lehman's Personal Website: https://www.immanuelapproach.com/
The Immanuel Approach: https://www.immanuelapproach.com/

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]]> Buzzsprout-10835755 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 3008 neuroscience, spiritual formation, spirituality, God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Gospel, immanuel prayer, immanuel approach, embodied faith, trauma, trauma-informed 2 34 full false 033 What is Trauma-Informed Evangelism? (with Charles Kiser) 033 What is Trauma-Informed Evangelism? (with Charles Kiser) People who are wounded, suffering, or traumatized need the Gospel.  They need the liberation of Jesus.  But what if HOW we share the gospel HURTS more harm HELPS?

Charles Kiser joins the show to talk about trauma-informed evangelism so that we can keep from place unnecessary stumbling blocks in front of the freedom that comes through knowing Jesus.

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]]> People who are wounded, suffering, or traumatized need the Gospel.  They need the liberation of Jesus.  But what if HOW we share the gospel HURTS more harm HELPS?

Charles Kiser joins the show to talk about trauma-informed evangelism so that we can keep from place unnecessary stumbling blocks in front of the freedom that comes through knowing Jesus.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10751722 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2467 neuroscience, spiritual formation, theology, spirituality, brain science, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel, trauma, trauma-informed 2 33 full false 032 Modern Discipleship with Stone Age Minds (with Justin Barrett) 032 Modern Discipleship with Stone Age Minds (with Justin Barrett) Can we move from just surviving to thriving? Why do we always feel so out of sorts with the world? How does human nature (biology) and niche construction (culture) work together (or not)?

Perhaps instead of opposing human "being" and "doing", a focus human "becoming" can help us understand the biological and cultural aspects of discipleship.

This is what we are talking about with Dr. Justin L. Barrett. He previously held positions at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology as Professor of Psychology, as well as the Thrive Center for Human Development prior to that.  And most recently he has written Thriving with Stone Age Minds: Evolutionary Psychology, Christian Faith, and the Quest for Human Flourishing.

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]]> Can we move from just surviving to thriving? Why do we always feel so out of sorts with the world? How does human nature (biology) and niche construction (culture) work together (or not)?

Perhaps instead of opposing human "being" and "doing", a focus human "becoming" can help us understand the biological and cultural aspects of discipleship.

This is what we are talking about with Dr. Justin L. Barrett. He previously held positions at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology as Professor of Psychology, as well as the Thrive Center for Human Development prior to that.  And most recently he has written Thriving with Stone Age Minds: Evolutionary Psychology, Christian Faith, and the Quest for Human Flourishing.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592125 Tue, 10 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2792 neuroscience, spiritual formation, theology, spirituality, brain science, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel, evolutionary psychology 2 32 full false 031 What is a Neurotheologian? and other Questions (with Dr. Jim Wilder) 031 What is a Neurotheologian? and other Questions (with Dr. Jim Wilder) Are theologians dabbling in neuroscience over-reaching? Are neuroscientists talking about theology being reductionistic? And what happens when theologians and neuroscientists agree that joy and peace are the foundation of human experience?  These questions and many more guide the time with Dr. Jim Wilder.

Jim Wilder is a Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian at Life Model Works.  He is author of many books, recently "Renovated: God, Dallas Willard and the Church that Transforms" and co-author of The Other Half of the Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation.

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]]> Are theologians dabbling in neuroscience over-reaching? Are neuroscientists talking about theology being reductionistic? And what happens when theologians and neuroscientists agree that joy and peace are the foundation of human experience?  These questions and many more guide the time with Dr. Jim Wilder.

Jim Wilder is a Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian at Life Model Works.  He is author of many books, recently "Renovated: God, Dallas Willard and the Church that Transforms" and co-author of The Other Half of the Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10543026 Mon, 02 May 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2809 neuroscience, spiritual formation, theology, spirituality, brain science, faith, God, Jesus, Gospel, Jim Wilder 2 31 full false 030 Trauma in the Pews (with Janyne McConnaughey) 030 Trauma in the Pews (with Janyne McConnaughey) Does a seemingly robust spirituality actually mask deep childhood wounds?  Can calls to repentance and forgiveness cause harm instead of healing?  Does the message of the cross sometimes cause more bondage than breakthrough?

These are the type of questions we need to ask as more and more people grapple with their own trauma and how the church can be a place of healing and hope, rather than deeper harm. 

Joining today is Janyne McConnaughey, Ph.D., nationally known trauma-informed author & advocate.  She is currently a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tabor College and serves as the Board President for the Attachment& Trauma Network (ATN).

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]]> Does a seemingly robust spirituality actually mask deep childhood wounds?  Can calls to repentance and forgiveness cause harm instead of healing?  Does the message of the cross sometimes cause more bondage than breakthrough?

These are the type of questions we need to ask as more and more people grapple with their own trauma and how the church can be a place of healing and hope, rather than deeper harm. 

Joining today is Janyne McConnaughey, Ph.D., nationally known trauma-informed author & advocate.  She is currently a Distinguished Visiting Professor at Tabor College and serves as the Board President for the Attachment& Trauma Network (ATN).

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]]> Buzzsprout-10499603 Thu, 28 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400 2903 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, trauma, trauma-informed 2 30 full false 029 Why a Trauma Therapist would Study the Bible (Adrienne Gibson) 029 Why a Trauma Therapist would Study the Bible (Adrienne Gibson) Can complex developmental trauma help us think better about theology and the Bible?  Can theology help us think about trauma?

Adrienne Gibson (LCP) talks about about her work with trauma (generational, vicarious, and complex developmental trauma), her shift into teaching trauma to future pastors, how she has seen the for/against pendulum swing regarding therapy and theology, and how she is working to integrate therapy and theology.

At the end of the episode Adrienne talks about ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences).  Here is a link to that info.

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]]> Can complex developmental trauma help us think better about theology and the Bible?  Can theology help us think about trauma?

Adrienne Gibson (LCP) talks about about her work with trauma (generational, vicarious, and complex developmental trauma), her shift into teaching trauma to future pastors, how she has seen the for/against pendulum swing regarding therapy and theology, and how she is working to integrate therapy and theology.

At the end of the episode Adrienne talks about ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences).  Here is a link to that info.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10489558 Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2129 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, trauma, complex trauma 2 29 full false 028 Jesus: Man of Trauma, and Acquainted with Grief (with Jeff Cannell) 028 Jesus: Man of Trauma, and Acquainted with Grief (with Jeff Cannell) Did Jesus suffer trauma? Did he experience PTSD? We know Jesus suffered in his death.  But did he suffer throughout his life?

As Isaiah 53:3 says, the servant of God is “despised and rejected of men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.”  What if that pain, those sorrows, that grief is better expressed as trauma? 

That’s what we are talking about today during Holy Week, as we remember Jesus’ path to the cross.  Our guest is pastor (and my good friend) Jeff Cannell, ministering at Central Vineyard in Columbus, OH. 

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]]> Did Jesus suffer trauma? Did he experience PTSD? We know Jesus suffered in his death.  But did he suffer throughout his life?

As Isaiah 53:3 says, the servant of God is “despised and rejected of men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.”  What if that pain, those sorrows, that grief is better expressed as trauma? 

That’s what we are talking about today during Holy Week, as we remember Jesus’ path to the cross.  Our guest is pastor (and my good friend) Jeff Cannell, ministering at Central Vineyard in Columbus, OH. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-10430797 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2354 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Bible 2 28 full false 027 Trauma, EMDR, and Facilitating Spiritual Breakthrough (with Shane Moe) 027 Trauma, EMDR, and Facilitating Spiritual Breakthrough (with Shane Moe) What is EMDR? How can it help people heal from trauma? And what's it got to do with faith, hope, and love?

These are the questions we'll be looking at with Shane Moe, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with clinical specializations in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

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]]> What is EMDR? How can it help people heal from trauma? And what's it got to do with faith, hope, and love?

These are the questions we'll be looking at with Shane Moe, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with clinical specializations in EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10384763 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2058 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, neurons, EMDR, therapy, trauma, 2 27 full false 026 Healing Racial Trauma (Sheila Wise Rowe) 026 Healing Racial Trauma (Sheila Wise Rowe) What happens when someone is told a lie from childhood onward? And not just about themselves, but about all our people, their entire race?  And what happens when this racial lie turns abusive, oppressive, traumatic, and violent?

In this episode Sheila Wise Rowe helps us understand, identify, and resolve racial trauma.  Sheila has over twenty-five years of experience as a Christian Counselor, Spiritual Director, Educator, Writer, and Speaker.

Check out her books, Healing Racial Trauma, and the newly released Young, Gifted, and Black: A Journey of Lament and Celebration.

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]]> What happens when someone is told a lie from childhood onward? And not just about themselves, but about all our people, their entire race?  And what happens when this racial lie turns abusive, oppressive, traumatic, and violent?

In this episode Sheila Wise Rowe helps us understand, identify, and resolve racial trauma.  Sheila has over twenty-five years of experience as a Christian Counselor, Spiritual Director, Educator, Writer, and Speaker.

Check out her books, Healing Racial Trauma, and the newly released Young, Gifted, and Black: A Journey of Lament and Celebration.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-10359821 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400 2459 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, trauma, racial trauma, racism 2 26 full false 025 Attached to God (with Krispin Mayfield) 025 Attached to God (with Krispin Mayfield) Why does God feel so far away? Why are some of us stuck in our head, and some are stuck in our hearts? Maybe it has to do with our style of attachment.

This episode features Krispin Mayfield who takes us on a tour of three different attachments styles, helps us understand why they might be holding back our experience of God, and what we can to do about it.

Check out his new book: Attached to God: A Practical Guide to Deeper Spiritual Experience.

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]]> Why does God feel so far away? Why are some of us stuck in our head, and some are stuck in our hearts? Maybe it has to do with our style of attachment.

This episode features Krispin Mayfield who takes us on a tour of three different attachments styles, helps us understand why they might be holding back our experience of God, and what we can to do about it.

Check out his new book: Attached to God: A Practical Guide to Deeper Spiritual Experience.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-10296041 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2375 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, neurons, neuroscience, attachment theory, attachment 2 25 full false 024 Are Our Emotions Part of the Discipleship Process (with Becky Castle Miller) 024 Are Our Emotions Part of the Discipleship Process (with Becky Castle Miller) Following Jesus while ignoring our emotions is disastrous. But following the "what I feel is real" mantra is equally problematic. So, what is the role of emotion in our discipleship?

Becky Castle Miller joins the shows to talk about the discipleship of the emotions.  She writes and speaks on emotional, mental, and spiritual health in the church, and she is working on a new book about Jesus's emotions.

Find Becky on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/beckycastlemillerblog/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bcastlemiller/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/bcastlemiller).

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]]> Following Jesus while ignoring our emotions is disastrous. But following the "what I feel is real" mantra is equally problematic. So, what is the role of emotion in our discipleship?

Becky Castle Miller joins the shows to talk about the discipleship of the emotions.  She writes and speaks on emotional, mental, and spiritual health in the church, and she is working on a new book about Jesus's emotions.

Find Becky on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/beckycastlemillerblog/), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bcastlemiller/), and Twitter (https://twitter.com/bcastlemiller).

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]]> Buzzsprout-10224410 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0500 2516 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, neurons, emotions, emotional health, mental health 2 24 full false 023 Why Emotionally Healthy Churches Matter (with Ted Kim) 023 Why Emotionally Healthy Churches Matter (with Ted Kim) Seems like everyday we are hearing about toxic leadership and spiritual abuse in the church it is enough to make you despair.  It goes without saying, there is a lot of emotionally unhealthy churches around.  

But today we are talking with a pastor who wants to turn that around—Ted Kim, from Evanston Vineyard (outside Chicago, IL). 

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]]> Seems like everyday we are hearing about toxic leadership and spiritual abuse in the church it is enough to make you despair.  It goes without saying, there is a lot of emotionally unhealthy churches around.  

But today we are talking with a pastor who wants to turn that around—Ted Kim, from Evanston Vineyard (outside Chicago, IL). 

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]]> Buzzsprout-10205519 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2269 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, mental health, spirituality, emotions 2 23 full false 022 Why the Lost Art of Paying Attention Is Everything in the Spiritual Life (with Jared Boyd) 022 Why the Lost Art of Paying Attention Is Everything in the Spiritual Life (with Jared Boyd) The goal of autonomy keeps us from paying attention to what really matters, to what's really happening.  The ideal of freedom keeps us from paying attention to a world beyond ours heads. 

Dr. Geoff Holsclaw talks with Jared Boyd (author, pastor, spiritual director, and founder of The Order of the Common Life) about the apprenticeship of paying attention, and what it means for our spiritual formation.

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]]> The goal of autonomy keeps us from paying attention to what really matters, to what's really happening.  The ideal of freedom keeps us from paying attention to a world beyond ours heads. 

Dr. Geoff Holsclaw talks with Jared Boyd (author, pastor, spiritual director, and founder of The Order of the Common Life) about the apprenticeship of paying attention, and what it means for our spiritual formation.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10029173 Mon, 07 Feb 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2069 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, attention, jared boyd, spirituality 2 22 full false 021 Mental Health and Contemplative Prayer (with AJ Sherrill) 021 Mental Health and Contemplative Prayer (with AJ Sherrill) Can contemplative prayer be crucial not only for spiritual growth, but also for mental health? Can it help us overcome the busy brain of modern life?

I'm joined with AJ Sherril to talk about his new book, Being with God: The Absurdity, Necessity, and Neurology of Contemplative Prayer. Find AJ on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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]]> Can contemplative prayer be crucial not only for spiritual growth, but also for mental health? Can it help us overcome the busy brain of modern life?

I'm joined with AJ Sherril to talk about his new book, Being with God: The Absurdity, Necessity, and Neurology of Contemplative Prayer. Find AJ on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Get the FREE ebook, The Brain God Gave Us, when you join the Embodied Faith community (connecting you to new episodes, posts, and other resources).

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]]> Buzzsprout-10004793 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0500 2190 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, contemplative prayer, meditation, mindfulness, mentalization 2 21 full false 020 Why Psychology Can Help Our Spiritual Transformation (with Todd Hall) 020 Why Psychology Can Help Our Spiritual Transformation (with Todd Hall) Can the relational revolution in psychology help us connect to a relational God? Or, does our view of relationships affect our relationship with God.

Dr. Todd Hall joins the podcast to talk about "relational spirituality", and how we need a psychological-theological paradigm for spiritual transformation.  You can find out more about Dr. Hall at his site and here at Spiritual Metrics.

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]]> Can the relational revolution in psychology help us connect to a relational God? Or, does our view of relationships affect our relationship with God.

Dr. Todd Hall joins the podcast to talk about "relational spirituality", and how we need a psychological-theological paradigm for spiritual transformation.  You can find out more about Dr. Hall at his site and here at Spiritual Metrics.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-9991493 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0500 2049 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Todd Hall, psychology, spirituality 2 20 full false 019 Intro to Season 2; and, Why We Changed the Name 019 Intro to Season 2; and, Why We Changed the Name Why we changed the name of this podcast to "Embodied Faith". 

Basically, Embodied Faith = Emotional Life + Embedded Relationships (with ourselves, others, and God).

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]]> Why we changed the name of this podcast to "Embodied Faith". 

Basically, Embodied Faith = Emotional Life + Embedded Relationships (with ourselves, others, and God).

Get the FREE ebook, The Brain God Gave Us, when you join the Embodied Faith community (connecting you to new episodes, posts, and other resources).

Please subscribe and review on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube.

If you would like coaching or spiritual direction that aligns with this podcast, then connect with Cyd Holsclaw here.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-9985235 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 253 2 19 full false 018 Following Jesus With Your Right-Brain (with Michel Hendricks) 018 Following Jesus With Your Right-Brain (with Michel Hendricks) Too often churches focus on right thoughts and right willing.  The problem is this is way too LEFT- instead of RIGHT-Brained.  Too often our discipleship isn't fast enough to catch up with the speed of life.  But I Right-Brains work at the speed of life, and that is where lasting discipleship needs to happen. 

This is what we are talking about in this episode with guest Michel Hendricks.

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]]> Too often churches focus on right thoughts and right willing.  The problem is this is way too LEFT- instead of RIGHT-Brained.  Too often our discipleship isn't fast enough to catch up with the speed of life.  But I Right-Brains work at the speed of life, and that is where lasting discipleship needs to happen. 

This is what we are talking about in this episode with guest Michel Hendricks.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9662153 Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0500 1867 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, right brain, full false 017 Why Having the Mind of Christ Requires a Body; Or, why the Bible and Neuroscience Aren't Opposed 017 Why Having the Mind of Christ Requires a Body; Or, why the Bible and Neuroscience Aren't Opposed Does neuroscience change our understanding of sin? Does it rob us of our sense of free will? What does salvation even mean if we take neuroscience seriously?

New Testament professor Joel Green talks about how a properly biblical view of sin and salvation isn't at odds with the finds of neuroscience.  And he talks about why this matters for our spiritual formation. 

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]]> Does neuroscience change our understanding of sin? Does it rob us of our sense of free will? What does salvation even mean if we take neuroscience seriously?

New Testament professor Joel Green talks about how a properly biblical view of sin and salvation isn't at odds with the finds of neuroscience.  And he talks about why this matters for our spiritual formation. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-9662105 Mon, 06 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500 1988 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Gospel, Bible 1 17 full false 016 When Everything 's on Fire: In and Through Deconstruction (with Brian Zahnd) 016 When Everything 's on Fire: In and Through Deconstruction (with Brian Zahnd) Is there a way forward beyond certainty and after deconstruction? Is it possible to hold to faith after such disappointment?

Author and Pastor Brian Zahnd joins the podcast to talk about the crisis of faith and the journey of reconstruction.

If you are in the midst of DECONSTRUCTION (or want learn more to journey with others through it), check out this short course on the 5 Shifts to make while Deconstructing Fundamentalism without Losing Faith.

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]]> Is there a way forward beyond certainty and after deconstruction? Is it possible to hold to faith after such disappointment?

Author and Pastor Brian Zahnd joins the podcast to talk about the crisis of faith and the journey of reconstruction.

If you are in the midst of DECONSTRUCTION (or want learn more to journey with others through it), check out this short course on the 5 Shifts to make while Deconstructing Fundamentalism without Losing Faith.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-9632261 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0500 3287 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Brian Zahnd, deconstruction 1 16 full false 015 Why Your Future Self Will Thank You (with Drew Dyck) 015 Why Your Future Self Will Thank You (with Drew Dyck) Many talk about the need for more self-esteem, and even more self-compassion. 
But what about self-control? 

Why are we so often our biggest enemies?
Why do we do what we don't want to do?
And what can we do about it? 

Drew Dyck joins the podcast to talk about all this and more.  Drew is the acquisitions editor at Moody Publishers and a contributing editor at CTPastors.com.  He's also written Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science (Moody, 2019), Yawning at Tigers: You Can’t Tame God, So Stop Trying (Thomas Nelson, 2014), and Generation Ex-Christian: Why Young Adults Are Leaving the Church…and how to Bring Them Back (Moody, 2010).

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]]> Many talk about the need for more self-esteem, and even more self-compassion. 
But what about self-control? 

Why are we so often our biggest enemies?
Why do we do what we don't want to do?
And what can we do about it? 

Drew Dyck joins the podcast to talk about all this and more.  Drew is the acquisitions editor at Moody Publishers and a contributing editor at CTPastors.com.  He's also written Your Future Self Will Thank You: Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science (Moody, 2019), Yawning at Tigers: You Can’t Tame God, So Stop Trying (Thomas Nelson, 2014), and Generation Ex-Christian: Why Young Adults Are Leaving the Church…and how to Bring Them Back (Moody, 2010).

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-9520085 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0500 2055 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Drew Dyck 1 15 full false 014 What is a Trauma-Informed Church (with Fred Liggin) 014 What is a Trauma-Informed Church (with Fred Liggin) In families, friendships, and at church, we are surrounded by people who have experienced and live with trauma.  Pastor and reconciliation activist Fred Liggin talks about what it means to be a trauma-informed church.

Fred Liggin is a pastor and social entrepreneur ministering among the homeless and those struggling with poverty Williamsburg, VA, and is a justice and reconciliation advocate.  Trauma recovery is not a theory or an individual practice for Fred.  It is a holistic and communal activity.

Find out more about Fred here: https://fredsforehead.com/about/

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]]> In families, friendships, and at church, we are surrounded by people who have experienced and live with trauma.  Pastor and reconciliation activist Fred Liggin talks about what it means to be a trauma-informed church.

Fred Liggin is a pastor and social entrepreneur ministering among the homeless and those struggling with poverty Williamsburg, VA, and is a justice and reconciliation advocate.  Trauma recovery is not a theory or an individual practice for Fred.  It is a holistic and communal activity.

Find out more about Fred here: https://fredsforehead.com/about/

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]]> Buzzsprout-9074410 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0400 2015 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, 1 14 full false 13 Why SEEING Matters for Skeptics and the Sacred (with Richard Beck) 13 Why SEEING Matters for Skeptics and the Sacred (with Richard Beck) What we attend to, what we pay attention to, becomes our reality.  It causes us to see some things and be blind to others. And this is never more true than SEEING the SACRED in our modern world.   

Dr. Richard Beck, author of numerous books, professor and psychologist, talks about our disenchanted world, the ACHE caused by it, and how to find God today (find him at http://experimentaltheology.blogspot.com/). 

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]]> What we attend to, what we pay attention to, becomes our reality.  It causes us to see some things and be blind to others. And this is never more true than SEEING the SACRED in our modern world.   

Dr. Richard Beck, author of numerous books, professor and psychologist, talks about our disenchanted world, the ACHE caused by it, and how to find God today (find him at http://experimentaltheology.blogspot.com/). 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8775295 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2409 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 13 full false 012 How To Welcome the Parts Warring Within Us (Jenna Riemersma) 012 How To Welcome the Parts Warring Within Us (Jenna Riemersma) Why do we do what we don't want to do? Why are we at war within ourselves?  And what can we do about it?

Jenna Riemersma (LPC) introduces us to "Internal Family Systems" (parts theory), how to grow in self-compassion, and how God is redeeming our hurts, brokenness, and sin. 

Settle in if you are tired of trying so hard, unsure how to deal with negative feelings or destructive patterns. And see Jenna's book "Altogether You" (https://jennariemersma.com/).

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]]> Why do we do what we don't want to do? Why are we at war within ourselves?  And what can we do about it?

Jenna Riemersma (LPC) introduces us to "Internal Family Systems" (parts theory), how to grow in self-compassion, and how God is redeeming our hurts, brokenness, and sin. 

Settle in if you are tired of trying so hard, unsure how to deal with negative feelings or destructive patterns. And see Jenna's book "Altogether You" (https://jennariemersma.com/).

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]]> Buzzsprout-8660708 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400 3167 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, 1 12 full false 011 Grace and Attachment to God (with Ed Khouri) 011 Grace and Attachment to God (with Ed Khouri) What's grace got to do with the brain? Isn't grace just a theological word about God? 

But really grace has everything to do with every part of our relationships. Learning to live in grace is essential to being with others, with God, and with ourselves.

We're talking about all this with Ed Khouri, co-founder of Equipping Hearts for the Harvest.  Ed ministers and trains within the intersection of trauma and addiction recovery, neuroscience, and spiritual formation.

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]]> What's grace got to do with the brain? Isn't grace just a theological word about God? 

But really grace has everything to do with every part of our relationships. Learning to live in grace is essential to being with others, with God, and with ourselves.

We're talking about all this with Ed Khouri, co-founder of Equipping Hearts for the Harvest.  Ed ministers and trains within the intersection of trauma and addiction recovery, neuroscience, and spiritual formation.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8587338 Tue, 25 May 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2422 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Grace, Attachment, Attunement 1 11 full false 010 Why Brain Science and Not Bible Study? Answering Common Objections (with Ed Khouri) 010 Why Brain Science and Not Bible Study? Answering Common Objections (with Ed Khouri) Enough with all this neuroscience, pyscho-bable, and and emotion language.  Shouldn't we just talk about the Bible and follow Jesus?

We're talking about these common objections with Ed Khouri, co-founder of Equipping Hearts for the Harvest.  Ed ministers and trains within the intersection of trauma and addiction recovery, neuroscience, and spiritual formation. 

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]]> Enough with all this neuroscience, pyscho-bable, and and emotion language.  Shouldn't we just talk about the Bible and follow Jesus?

We're talking about these common objections with Ed Khouri, co-founder of Equipping Hearts for the Harvest.  Ed ministers and trains within the intersection of trauma and addiction recovery, neuroscience, and spiritual formation. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-8572830 Mon, 24 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400 1578 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Bible 1 10 full false 009 Learning to Say Yes to Fear and Risk (with Dr. Jason Clark) 009 Learning to Say Yes to Fear and Risk (with Dr. Jason Clark) What is fear for?  Fear can save our lives, but the Bible tells repeatedly not to fear.  Can we learn to act in ways that are more faithful, even in the face of risk?

Jason Clark has wrestled with these very demons in himself as a pastor, a professor, and as the leader of the Leadership and Global Perspectives Doctor of Ministry at Portland Seminary.

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]]> What is fear for?  Fear can save our lives, but the Bible tells repeatedly not to fear.  Can we learn to act in ways that are more faithful, even in the face of risk?

Jason Clark has wrestled with these very demons in himself as a pastor, a professor, and as the leader of the Leadership and Global Perspectives Doctor of Ministry at Portland Seminary.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8541419 Tue, 18 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400 2171 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Jason Clark, Fear, Risk 1 9 full false 008 Did My Neurons Make Me Do It? (with Dr. Warren Brown) 008 Did My Neurons Make Me Do It? (with Dr. Warren Brown) Are we really responsible for our actions? Or is it just brain chemistry and personal history? 
Do we really have free will? And what does this mean for our understanding of sin? 

I talk with Dr. Warren Brown, of Fuller Seminary, about how our brains make meaning for us and with others. 

Check out his new book, "Enhancing Christian Life" (co-authored with Dr. Brad Strawn).

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]]> Are we really responsible for our actions? Or is it just brain chemistry and personal history? 
Do we really have free will? And what does this mean for our understanding of sin? 

I talk with Dr. Warren Brown, of Fuller Seminary, about how our brains make meaning for us and with others. 

Check out his new book, "Enhancing Christian Life" (co-authored with Dr. Brad Strawn).

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]]> Buzzsprout-8491200 Mon, 10 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400 2207 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, neurons 1 8 full false 007 Simple Practices That Shape Your Mind (with John Loppnow) 007 Simple Practices That Shape Your Mind (with John Loppnow) Can we really change our minds? What is the practical application of all this neuroscience talk?  Can all this make us more street smart, not just book smart? Glad you asked! 

Our guest, John Loppnow, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and life coach, leads us through practices that integrate faith and neuroscience. Find John at Presence and Practice.

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]]> Can we really change our minds? What is the practical application of all this neuroscience talk?  Can all this make us more street smart, not just book smart? Glad you asked! 

Our guest, John Loppnow, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and life coach, leads us through practices that integrate faith and neuroscience. Find John at Presence and Practice.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8449499 Mon, 03 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400 2036 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, 1 5 full false 006 Attuning to the 5 Levels of the Brain (with Maribeth Poole) 006 Attuning to the 5 Levels of the Brain (with Maribeth Poole) Our brains have different levels with different functions at each level.  This episode, with guest Maribeth Poole, looks at the relational brain and how to ATTUNE to each level for deep connection to others and to God.

Don't miss an episode of the Being With podcast on neuroscience and faith.  Like, and subscribes, or join the community here (https://geoffrey-holsclaw.ck.page/47259e09a4).

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]]> Our brains have different levels with different functions at each level.  This episode, with guest Maribeth Poole, looks at the relational brain and how to ATTUNE to each level for deep connection to others and to God.

Don't miss an episode of the Being With podcast on neuroscience and faith.  Like, and subscribes, or join the community here (https://geoffrey-holsclaw.ck.page/47259e09a4).

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]]> Buzzsprout-8408810 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2183 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 6 full false 005 Why Lament Amid The Meaninglessness of Life (with Mega Anna Neff & Mark R. McMinn) 005 Why Lament Amid The Meaninglessness of Life (with Mega Anna Neff & Mark R. McMinn) Is lament a lack of faith, or the fullness of hope? Could the refusal to lament be a "spiritual defense" rather than spiritual maturity?  And what do we do when everything in life becomes meaningless?

Today we are talking with Megan Anna Neff and Mark R. McMinn about integrating theology and psychology during those difficult times that inevitably come in life.

They both co-authored Embodying Integration: A Fresh Look at Christianity in the Therapy Room (by IVP).

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]]> Is lament a lack of faith, or the fullness of hope? Could the refusal to lament be a "spiritual defense" rather than spiritual maturity?  And what do we do when everything in life becomes meaningless?

Today we are talking with Megan Anna Neff and Mark R. McMinn about integrating theology and psychology during those difficult times that inevitably come in life.

They both co-authored Embodying Integration: A Fresh Look at Christianity in the Therapy Room (by IVP).

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8347519 Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2459 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 5 full false 004 How To Supersize Your Discipleship (with Dr. Brad Strawn) 004 How To Supersize Your Discipleship (with Dr. Brad Strawn) "I am NOT a Christian. We are Christian." 

What if your "personal" devotions are anything but? What if you can't really be a Christian alone? What if we need to extend our minds in order to enhance our spiritual life.  These questions and more are what we are talking about in this episode, with guest Dr. Brad Strawn. 

Check out his new book, Enhancing Christian Life: How Extended Cognition Augments Religious Community.

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]]> "I am NOT a Christian. We are Christian." 

What if your "personal" devotions are anything but? What if you can't really be a Christian alone? What if we need to extend our minds in order to enhance our spiritual life.  These questions and more are what we are talking about in this episode, with guest Dr. Brad Strawn. 

Check out his new book, Enhancing Christian Life: How Extended Cognition Augments Religious Community.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8309531 Tue, 13 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400 1957 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 4 full false 003 Can you just turn on JOY? (with Chris Coursey) 003 Can you just turn on JOY? (with Chris Coursey) Can you just turn on Joy like a switch? And does it matter for your relationships?

Chris Coursey says yes in his new book Joy Switch: How Your Brain's Secret Circuit Affects Your Relationships--And How You Can Activate It.

In this episode you will discover 

  • how to know when your joy switch is off
  • how to turn it back on, and
  • what it means for your relationships others and with God.

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]]> Can you just turn on Joy like a switch? And does it matter for your relationships?

Chris Coursey says yes in his new book Joy Switch: How Your Brain's Secret Circuit Affects Your Relationships--And How You Can Activate It.

In this episode you will discover 

  • how to know when your joy switch is off
  • how to turn it back on, and
  • what it means for your relationships others and with God.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8309500 Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0400 1804 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 3 full false 002 The Making of a Mature Disciple (with Jim Wilder) 002 The Making of a Mature Disciple (with Jim Wilder) How do disciples grow in maturity? And why do some get stuck while others flourish? And what about the barriers of trauma and abuse? 

Dr. Jim Wilder is our guest today.  He is a Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian at Life Model Works.  He is author of many books, recently Renovated: God, Dallas Willard and the Church that Transforms and co-author of The Other Half of the Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation.

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]]> How do disciples grow in maturity? And why do some get stuck while others flourish? And what about the barriers of trauma and abuse? 

Dr. Jim Wilder is our guest today.  He is a Clinical Psychologist & Neurotheologian at Life Model Works.  He is author of many books, recently Renovated: God, Dallas Willard and the Church that Transforms and co-author of The Other Half of the Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8309461 Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0400 2431 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain, Jim Wilder 1 2 full false 001 What is Relational Neuroscience? 001 What is Relational Neuroscience? Neuroscience?

If this podcast is all about neuroscience, spiritual formation, and faith, then we need some sort of definition of neuroscience. This episode talks about "relational neuroscience" (really "interpersonal neurobiology"), what it covers and why it matters.


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—Resources:

Brain in the Palm of Your Hand:

http://www.caichildlaw.org/.../ERHP_Brain%20In%20the...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm9CIJ74Oxw

Interpersonal Neurobiology:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interpersonal_neurobiology

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]]> Neuroscience?

If this podcast is all about neuroscience, spiritual formation, and faith, then we need some sort of definition of neuroscience. This episode talks about "relational neuroscience" (really "interpersonal neurobiology"), what it covers and why it matters.


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—Resources:

Brain in the Palm of Your Hand:

http://www.caichildlaw.org/.../ERHP_Brain%20In%20the...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm9CIJ74Oxw

Interpersonal Neurobiology:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interpersonal_neurobiology

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8309440 Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0400 850 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 1 full false 000 Why a Podcast on Neuroscience, Spiritual Formation, and Faith? 000 Why a Podcast on Neuroscience, Spiritual Formation, and Faith? Dr. Geoff Holsclaw talks about why conversations around EMBODIED LIFE, EMOTIONAL REALITY, and our EMBEDDED RELATIONSHIPS is the goal of this podcast, and what it all means for our life of faith and spiritual formation. This is where you should start.

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]]> Dr. Geoff Holsclaw talks about why conversations around EMBODIED LIFE, EMOTIONAL REALITY, and our EMBEDDED RELATIONSHIPS is the goal of this podcast, and what it all means for our life of faith and spiritual formation. This is where you should start.

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]]> Geoff Holsclaw Buzzsprout-8309369 Sat, 10 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400 404 faith, spiritual formation, neuroscience, God, Jesus, Gospel, Brain 1 0 full false Trailer: Why I'm so excited to share this with you. Trailer: Why I'm so excited to share this with you. The Being With podcast is LAUNCHING ON MONDAY, APRIL 12.

I've already recorded episodes with:

  • Jim Wilder on Forming Disciples
  • Joel Green Embodied Salvation
  • Maribeth Poole on Attunement and the Brain
  • Megan Anna Neff and Mark McMinn on Lament
  • Chris Coursey on the work of Joy
  • and many others

I'm...So...Excited.

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]]> The Being With podcast is LAUNCHING ON MONDAY, APRIL 12.

I've already recorded episodes with:

  • Jim Wilder on Forming Disciples
  • Joel Green Embodied Salvation
  • Maribeth Poole on Attunement and the Brain
  • Megan Anna Neff and Mark McMinn on Lament
  • Chris Coursey on the work of Joy
  • and many others

I'm...So...Excited.

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