Broken trust can make us look at the world with skepticism, resistance and hesitancy. Or broken trust can make us more resilient and brave. We get to choose how we move forward. In this episode of Season 7, Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss how we can find the inner strength to move forward, even when broken trust and betrayals have stolen from us. Related Resources: We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors for partnering with us to sponsor Season 7 of Therapy &...

When you have experienced heartbreak or betrayal, it’s hard not to fall into thought spirals. You may find yourself bracing for impact as you think: If this worst-case scenario happened in the past, when will something else bad happen again? But if we’re honest … So many times, we spiral in our thoughts about things we can’t control. In this episode, Lysa, Jim and Joel will help you see that even when you're spiraling, you may feel powerless but you have choices you can make to find your way...

Can I trust this person? This is a big question, especially after a betrayal has occurred. The deeper the wound, the longer the repair will take. But not all repairs are equal. You see, there is a difference between wise trust and blind trust. Of course, there is space for grace in relationships, but it shouldn’t be sloppy grace where deceptions and dysfunctions are glossed over. In this episode, Lysa, Jim and Joel will help you see that rebuilding trust requires a combination of three...

It can be so disillusioning to process things that are breaking our heart, especially when it seems like God is not intervening. Maybe you find yourself asking questions like: When is God going to right the wrongs and bring justice to this situation? How am I supposed to believe the Lord is good in light of this? How can I trust God when the person who hurt me got away with it? In this episode, Lysa, Jim and Joel will meet you in these questions and help you begin to see that faith in God...

Not one of us gets to live this life unmarked by hurt, so not one of us gets to live this life without trust issues. Whether you claim to be someone who naturally struggles with trust or not, sometimes skepticism creeps in even in the smallest of ways. In this episode, Lysa, Jim and Joel will help you begin to process broken trust issues you have so that you can move forward with more hope for the future. Related Resources: We'd like to thank the American Association of Christian Counselors...

Betrayal can come in so many different forms. Maybe a friend tells a secret you trusted them with. Or maybe your spouse is making decisions that are breaking your heart. Or maybe a co-worker threw you under the bus. Underneath it all, if you're honest, you feel betrayed by God: Why didn't He step in?  This episode will help you begin to realize that the trauma of having your trust broken by people you thought would never betray you may be life-altering but it doesn’t have to be...

Trust is the oxygen of all human relationships. But it's also what trips you up after you've been burned. Maybe a friend constantly lets you down. A leader or organization you respect turns out to be different from what they portray themselves to be. A spouse cheats on you. A family member betrays you. You're becoming exhausted by other people's choices and starting to question your own discernment. And you're wondering, If God let this happen, can He even be trusted? Lysa TerKeurst...

We all want our relationships to go the distance, but it's inevitable that not all will. As believers, when this happens, how can we move forward without growing bitter and resentful? In this episode, "How To Move On When Someone Walks Away," Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, will help you navigate goodbyes with biblical wisdom and tender encouragement. Related Resources:  If you’ve...

Sometimes we hit a point in a relationship where we realize something must change. But when we're so close to the situation, it's easy to slip into denial about what's really going on and what the best next steps are from here. In this episode, "Am I in Denial That This Relationship Is Unhealthy?" Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, will help you navigate relational issues with biblical...

Pride is probably a word most of us could give a quick definition for. It's easy to spot in other people, but how can we operate in self-awareness to know how pride is surfacing in our own lives? And what are the costs of letting pride go unattended? In this special bonus episode, Lysa, Jim and Joel discuss the layers of pride, revealing its subtle yet profound impact on our relationships with others, God and even ourselves. Related Resources: Circle 31 Book Club is not your average book...

How can I find the right counselor? Is it OK to take medicine prescribed by a counselor? What if I can't afford counseling right now? It may not be easy putting in the work to find the right counselor for you, but it will be worth it. This episode is the last episode of the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media, and more, Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31...

Have you ever wondered why you may anxiously obsess over something? The truth is whatever consumes our thinking deeply affects our quality of life. But can we really control what we think about? This episode is part of the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media, and more, Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel...

Description: Even if you don't consider yourself an "angry person," we have all experienced situations that get us fired up ... or even fed up. The truth is our feelings are trying to tell us something. So rather than just "manage" our anger, we can interview our anger and find out what's going on and what needs to be tended to. This episode is a part of the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media, and...

Description:We don't get to choose the families we are born into, yet we are deeply affected by our family of origin. Whether you're currently working through difficult conversations with your children, trying to figure out how to honor your parents, or wondering how to break unhealthy patterns that have trickled down from past generations, Therapy & Theology is here to help! This episode is a part of the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through...

Whether you've gone through it personally or been deeply affected by it, divorce is heartbreaking. It can also be so challenging to navigate conversations and dynamics with kids, friends, and others as you walk through the changes that come from the death of a marriage. This episode is a part of the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media, and more, Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim...

As a Christian, how can we approach challenging situations and conversations in a God-honoring way? How do we balance grace and truth when someone in our community disagrees with us or believes something different than us? This episode kicks off the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering." Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media and more, Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of...

Welcome to the newest season of Therapy & Theology: "You Asked ... We're Answering!" Through podcast reviews, direct messages on social media and more, Lysa TerKeurst; Licensed Professional Counselor Jim Cress; and Proverbs 31 Ministries' Director of Theological Research, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, collected your most asked questions. Now they're spending an entire season answering: How do I combat intrusive thoughts?What do I do with the anger I feel inside?As a Christian, how do I respond...

Have you ever secretly wondered why it feels like some people suffer more than others? Where is God when we're going through a difficult season? And why doesn't He stop the pain we're experiencing? We're answering all of these questions and more in this episode of Therapy & Theology. You'll hear from our resident theologian, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, as well as our special guest and friend from Compassion International, Kiwi. No matter what you're going through, we hope this conversation...

What we believe about God and ourselves matter. That's why this entire season of Therapy & Theology has included tools to help you grow in self-awareness. But the ultimate goal and hope is that as you learn more about yourself, you grow toward God, not push away from Him. Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in the final episode of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing...

Do you know you have an attachment style that was formed from early childhood? Attachment styles influence how we connect with others relationally.Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in Episode 5 of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing tools for how we can live as the most healthy versions of ourselves. Related Resources: Have you ever wondered, What's it really like to do...

Research reveals that the average person lies at least 1-2 times per day. Why do we do this — even if it's considered a "white lie"? And what are the most common lies we tell? Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in Episode 4 of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing tools for how we can live as the most healthy versions of ourselves. Related Resources: Have you ever...

When we're blinded by self-deception, we can’t repent, heal, grow and get better. So how can we know how we're actually doing? Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in Episode 3 of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing tools for how we can live as the most healthy versions of ourselves. Related Resources: Have you ever wondered, What's it really like to do life with me? Lysa...

Even if we can't see it, there is a motivation driving everything we do and say. How can we identify what we really want and be aware of how it's shaping our daily life? Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in Episode 2 of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing tools for how we can live as the most healthy versions of ourselves. Related Resources: Have you ever wondered,...

Why we do the things we don't want to do, and how do we overcome falling into the same habits and behaviors?Learn from Lysa TerKeurst, Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jim Cress in Episode 1 of this six-part series of Therapy & Theology titled "I Want To Be More Self-Aware." Each week, we'll hear conversations providing insight on how we can live as the most healthy versions of ourselves. Related Resources: Have you ever wondered, What's it really like to do life with me? Lysa TerKeurst put...