Episodes

141
Nov. 15, 2021

141 - Navigating Suicidal Thoughts (feat. Dr. Kathryn Gordon)

This week we share part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Kathryn Gordon based on The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook. She talks us through some strategies for navigating suicidal thoughts such as Uncovering Causes (08:18), Coping with Crises (10:27), Reducing Emotional Pain (14:26), Fostering Self-Acceptance and Compassion (17:46), and Making Meaning (20:51).
140
Nov. 7, 2021

140 - Understanding Suicidal Thoughts (feat. Dr. Kathryn Gordon)

Content warning: suicide, self-injury In part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Dr. Kathryn Gordon, she tells us how we can understand suicidal thoughts, how contexts & environments might play a role, and more. Dr. Gordon is the author of The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - preorder Holly’s book now! - the research Robert mentions in the intro about sports teams and rates of suicidal ideation - Dr. Thomas Joiner’s book Why People Die By Suicide -...
140
Nov. 7, 2021

140 - Understanding Suicidal Thoughts (feat. Dr. Kathryn Gordon)

Content warning: suicide, self-injury In part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Dr. Kathryn Gordon, she tells us how we can understand suicidal thoughts, how contexts & environments might play a role, and more. Dr. Gordon is the author of The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - preorder Holly’s book now! - the research Robert mentions in the intro about sports teams and rates of suicidal ideation - Dr. Thomas Joiner’s book Why People Die By Suicide -...
140
Nov. 7, 2021

140 - Understanding Suicidal Thoughts (feat. Dr. Kathryn Gordon)

Content warning: suicide, self-injury In part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Dr. Kathryn Gordon, she tells us how we can understand suicidal thoughts, how contexts & environments might play a role, and more. Dr. Gordon is the author of The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - preorder Holly’s book now! - the research Robert mentions in the intro about sports teams and rates of suicidal ideation - Dr. Thomas Joiner’s book Why People Die By Suicide -...
139
Nov. 1, 2021

139 - Calling, Adulting, and the Changing World of Work (feat. Dr. Michaela O'Donnell)

This week we talk with Dr. Michaela O’Donnell, the executive director of Fuller Seminary’s Max De Pree Center for Leadership and the author of the new book Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World. She tells us about how the world of work has changed, why adulting seems so hard, and how we could navigate things moving forward. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about their favorite jobs. Connect with Dr. O’Donnell on Instagram. Connect with the De Pree Center on their ...
139
Nov. 1, 2021

139 - Calling, Adulting, and the Changing World of Work (feat. Dr. Michaela O'Donnell)

This week we talk with Dr. Michaela O’Donnell, the executive director of Fuller Seminary’s Max De Pree Center for Leadership and the author of the new book Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World. She tells us about how the world of work has changed, why adulting seems so hard, and how we could navigate things moving forward. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about their favorite jobs. Connect with Dr. O’Donnell on Instagram. Connect with the De Pree Center on their ...
139
Nov. 1, 2021

139 - Calling, Adulting, and the Changing World of Work (feat. Dr. Michaela O'Donnell)

This week we talk with Dr. Michaela O’Donnell, the executive director of Fuller Seminary’s Max De Pree Center for Leadership and the author of the new book Make Work Matter: Your Guide to Meaningful Work in a Changing World. She tells us about how the world of work has changed, why adulting seems so hard, and how we could navigate things moving forward. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about their favorite jobs. Connect with Dr. O’Donnell on Instagram. Connect with the De Pree Center on their ...
138
Oct. 25, 2021

138 - Autism, Faith, & the Gifts of Neurodiversity (feat. Daniel Bowman Jr.)

Daniel Bowman Jr. stops by the show to talk with us about neurodiversity, seeing our differences as a gift, and some of his own personal story. Daniel is the author of On The Spectrum: Autism, Faith & the Gifts of Neurodiversity. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they’ve learned about themselves as adults.
138
Oct. 25, 2021

138 - Autism, Faith, & the Gifts of Neurodiversity (feat. Daniel Bowman Jr.)

Daniel Bowman Jr. stops by the show to talk with us about neurodiversity, seeing our differences as a gift, and some of his own personal story. Daniel is the author of On The Spectrum: Autism, Faith & the Gifts of Neurodiversity. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they’ve learned about themselves as adults.
138
Oct. 25, 2021

138 - Autism, Faith, & the Gifts of Neurodiversity (feat. Daniel Bowman Jr.)

Daniel Bowman Jr. stops by the show to talk with us about neurodiversity, seeing our differences as a gift, and some of his own personal story. Daniel is the author of On The Spectrum: Autism, Faith & the Gifts of Neurodiversity. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they’ve learned about themselves as adults.
137
Oct. 19, 2021

137 - Love, Justice, & Memento Mori (feat. Marlena Graves)

Content warning: death, abortion, loss This week we’re joined by Marlena Graves to talk about how justice and love intertwine, as well as her book The Way Up Is Down: Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about books that have helped them understand other people better.
137
Oct. 19, 2021

137 - Love, Justice, & Memento Mori (feat. Marlena Graves)

Content warning: death, abortion, loss This week we’re joined by Marlena Graves to talk about how justice and love intertwine, as well as her book The Way Up Is Down: Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about books that have helped them understand other people better.
137
Oct. 19, 2021

137 - Love, Justice, & Memento Mori (feat. Marlena Graves)

Content warning: death, abortion, loss This week we’re joined by Marlena Graves to talk about how justice and love intertwine, as well as her book The Way Up Is Down: Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about books that have helped them understand other people better.
136
Oct. 11, 2021

136 - Motherhood & Contemplative Spirituality (feat. Shannon Evans)

This week we’re joined by Shannon Evans to talk about her new book Rewilding Motherhood: Your Path to an Empowered Feminine Spirituality. In the intro, Holly gets a fun surprise and Robert gets a pillow.
136
Oct. 11, 2021

136 - Motherhood & Contemplative Spirituality (feat. Shannon Evans)

This week we’re joined by Shannon Evans to talk about her new book Rewilding Motherhood: Your Path to an Empowered Feminine Spirituality. In the intro, Holly gets a fun surprise and Robert gets a pillow.
136
Oct. 11, 2021

136 - Motherhood & Contemplative Spirituality (feat. Shannon Evans)

This week we’re joined by Shannon Evans to talk about her new book Rewilding Motherhood: Your Path to an Empowered Feminine Spirituality. In the intro, Holly gets a fun surprise and Robert gets a pillow.
135
Oct. 4, 2021

135 - The Importance of Connecting Faith & Mental Health in This Moment

This week, we share the audio from Holly’s talk at the recent Church Mental Health Summit. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about the things gained & lost with virtual events. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - In the intro, Holly mentions the Gil Taylor Behavioral Health Symposium on Oct. 8th. - Our talks from last year’s Church Mental Health Summit: - - ep. 113 - Self-Care for Helpers - - ep. 114 - Having Conversation About Mental Health That Help - Preorder Holly’s book...
135
Oct. 4, 2021

135 - The Importance of Connecting Faith & Mental Health in This Moment

This week, we share the audio from Holly’s talk at the recent Church Mental Health Summit. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about the things gained & lost with virtual events. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - In the intro, Holly mentions the Gil Taylor Behavioral Health Symposium on Oct. 8th. - Our talks from last year’s Church Mental Health Summit: - - ep. 113 - Self-Care for Helpers - - ep. 114 - Having Conversation About Mental Health That Help - Preorder Holly’s book...
135
Oct. 4, 2021

135 - The Importance of Connecting Faith & Mental Health in This Moment

This week, we share the audio from Holly’s talk at the recent Church Mental Health Summit. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about the things gained & lost with virtual events. Things we mention in this episode/other resources: - In the intro, Holly mentions the Gil Taylor Behavioral Health Symposium on Oct. 8th. - Our talks from last year’s Church Mental Health Summit: - - ep. 113 - Self-Care for Helpers - - ep. 114 - Having Conversation About Mental Health That Help - Preorder Holly’s book...
Sept. 28, 2021

Bonus! "Prayer for the Overwhelmed" by Kayla Craig

Kayla Craig reads her “Prayer for the Overwhelmed” from her upcoming book, To Light Their Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents.This is an excerpt from our full interview with Kayla in episode 134.
Sept. 28, 2021

Bonus! "Prayer for the Overwhelmed" by Kayla Craig

Kayla Craig reads her “Prayer for the Overwhelmed” from her upcoming book, To Light Their Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents.This is an excerpt from our full interview with Kayla in episode 134.
Sept. 28, 2021

Bonus! "Prayer for the Overwhelmed" by Kayla Craig

Kayla Craig reads her “Prayer for the Overwhelmed” from her upcoming book, To Light Their Way: A Collection of Prayers and Liturgies for Parents.This is an excerpt from our full interview with Kayla in episode 134.
134
Sept. 27, 2021

134 - Prayers & Liturgies for Parents (feat. Kayla Craig)

In our first interview of Season 6, we’re joined by Kayla Craig! She talks with us about honest prayers, writing liturgies, and finding ways to feel God while parenting.
134
Sept. 27, 2021

134 - Prayers & Liturgies for Parents (feat. Kayla Craig)

In our first interview of Season 6, we’re joined by Kayla Craig! She talks with us about honest prayers, writing liturgies, and finding ways to feel God while parenting.