Episodes

This week, we talk with Alexandra Thompson, LCSW about the church’s responsibility in caring for the mental health needs of communities. We also hear about her own experiences with infertility, adoption, and why she’s passionate about those topics. In the intro, Robert and Holly talk about Advent. Connect with Alex on Instagram or send her an email. Connect with Robert on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect with Holly on her website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect...

In a CXMH first, our guest is an epidemiologist! We're joined by Dr. Emily Smith, also known as your Friendly Neighbor Epidemiologist, to talk about loving our neighbors in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does that look like for faith leaders? For individuals? What's her hope for the next few months? We cover all of this and more. Connect with Dr. Smith on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Connect with Robert on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect with...

In a CXMH first, our guest is an epidemiologist! We're joined by Dr. Emily Smith, also known as your Friendly Neighbor Epidemiologist, to talk about loving our neighbors in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does that look like for faith leaders? For individuals? What's her hope for the next few months? We cover all of this and more. Connect with Dr. Smith on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Connect with Robert on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect with...

In a CXMH first, our guest is an epidemiologist! We're joined by Dr. Emily Smith, also known as your Friendly Neighbor Epidemiologist, to talk about loving our neighbors in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. What does that look like for faith leaders? For individuals? What's her hope for the next few months? We cover all of this and more. Connect with Dr. Smith on her website, Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Connect with Robert on his website, Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram. Connect with...

This week, we're re-airing a conversation we had with therapist and pastor Lanta Carroll last year about grief during the holiday season. We know that so many of us are carrying grief in a myriad of ways this year, and hope this conversation can be helpful in some small way. In the intro, Robert and Holly talk about whether or not seasonal decorations are a thing in their houses. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- see the original show notes below for links related to the conve...

This week, we're re-airing a conversation we had with therapist and pastor Lanta Carroll last year about grief during the holiday season. We know that so many of us are carrying grief in a myriad of ways this year, and hope this conversation can be helpful in some small way. In the intro, Robert and Holly talk about whether or not seasonal decorations are a thing in their houses. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- see the original show notes below for links related to the conve...

This week, we're re-airing a conversation we had with therapist and pastor Lanta Carroll last year about grief during the holiday season. We know that so many of us are carrying grief in a myriad of ways this year, and hope this conversation can be helpful in some small way. In the intro, Robert and Holly talk about whether or not seasonal decorations are a thing in their houses. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- see the original show notes below for links related to the conve...

It's the second half of November, which means (here in the United States) we're approaching Thanksgiving. In this episode, Robert and Holly talk about gratitude and it's impact on mental health. How can it help? Has it been suggested in unhelpful ways before? What are some ideas for incorporating practices of gratitude and thankfulness into your life? Also, we work through some conflict about Thanksgiving side dishes. Things we mention/other resources:- the article Robert references: 'How Grati...

It's the second half of November, which means (here in the United States) we're approaching Thanksgiving. In this episode, Robert and Holly talk about gratitude and it's impact on mental health. How can it help? Has it been suggested in unhelpful ways before? What are some ideas for incorporating practices of gratitude and thankfulness into your life? Also, we work through some conflict about Thanksgiving side dishes. Things we mention/other resources:- the article Robert references: 'How Grati...

It's the second half of November, which means (here in the United States) we're approaching Thanksgiving. In this episode, Robert and Holly talk about gratitude and it's impact on mental health. How can it help? Has it been suggested in unhelpful ways before? What are some ideas for incorporating practices of gratitude and thankfulness into your life? Also, we work through some conflict about Thanksgiving side dishes. Things we mention/other resources:- the article Robert references: 'How Grati...

This week we share a talk from Robert called Talking About Mental Health: Having Conversations that Facilitate Healing & Promote Resilience (his talk from the Church Mental Health Summit on Oct. 10th). The talk shares practical tips, as well as talking about how we show up to each other in moments of vulnerability. Things we mention/other resources:- Last week's episode: 113 - Self-Care for Helpers- CXMH episode 112 - Staying Emotionally Healthy During Election Season- If you want to watch the ...

This week we share a talk from Robert called Talking About Mental Health: Having Conversations that Facilitate Healing & Promote Resilience (his talk from the Church Mental Health Summit on Oct. 10th). The talk shares practical tips, as well as talking about how we show up to each other in moments of vulnerability. Things we mention/other resources:- Last week's episode: 113 - Self-Care for Helpers- CXMH episode 112 - Staying Emotionally Healthy During Election Season- If you want to watch the ...

This week we share a talk from Robert called Talking About Mental Health: Having Conversations that Facilitate Healing & Promote Resilience (his talk from the Church Mental Health Summit on Oct. 10th). The talk shares practical tips, as well as talking about how we show up to each other in moments of vulnerability. Things we mention/other resources:- Last week's episode: 113 - Self-Care for Helpers- CXMH episode 112 - Staying Emotionally Healthy During Election Season- If you want to watch the ...

This week, we get to hear Holly's talk from the Church Mental Health Summit that happened on Oct. 10th. She talks about why it's important to take care of ourselves as well as talking through a variety of areas & ways we can learn to do so. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they've found helpful recently. Things we mention/other resources:- If you want to watch the video of Holly's talk (or see the other ~60 talks), you can still register for the all-access pass for the Church Ment...

This week, we get to hear Holly's talk from the Church Mental Health Summit that happened on Oct. 10th. She talks about why it's important to take care of ourselves as well as talking through a variety of areas & ways we can learn to do so. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they've found helpful recently. Things we mention/other resources:- If you want to watch the video of Holly's talk (or see the other ~60 talks), you can still register for the all-access pass for the Church Ment...

This week, we get to hear Holly's talk from the Church Mental Health Summit that happened on Oct. 10th. She talks about why it's important to take care of ourselves as well as talking through a variety of areas & ways we can learn to do so. In the intro, Robert & Holly talk about things they've found helpful recently. Things we mention/other resources:- If you want to watch the video of Holly's talk (or see the other ~60 talks), you can still register for the all-access pass for the Church Ment...

Yikes! In the United States, it's currently the last few weeks of the 2020 Presidential Election (along with various down ballot elections). This is an understandably hard time for lots of us, so Robert and Holly got together to talk about some tips & ideas for how to try and stay healthy over the next few weeks. Or next few months. Or next few years. I dunno, it seems like it's always election time now. Things we mention/other resources:- CXMH ep. 26 - Seasonal Affective Disorder & Perfectly H...

Yikes! In the United States, it's currently the last few weeks of the 2020 Presidential Election (along with various down ballot elections). This is an understandably hard time for lots of us, so Robert and Holly got together to talk about some tips & ideas for how to try and stay healthy over the next few weeks. Or next few months. Or next few years. I dunno, it seems like it's always election time now. Things we mention/other resources:- CXMH ep. 26 - Seasonal Affective Disorder & Perfectly H...

Yikes! In the United States, it's currently the last few weeks of the 2020 Presidential Election (along with various down ballot elections). This is an understandably hard time for lots of us, so Robert and Holly got together to talk about some tips & ideas for how to try and stay healthy over the next few weeks. Or next few months. Or next few years. I dunno, it seems like it's always election time now. Things we mention/other resources:- CXMH ep. 26 - Seasonal Affective Disorder & Perfectly H...

This week we're joined by Dr. Michelle Pearce to talk about her new book Night Bloomers: 12 Principles for Thriving in Adversity. Dr. Pearce talks about those 12 principles, what a 'night bloomer' is, and how we can use adversity to help us grow. Things we mention/other resources:- the Church Mental Health Summit we talk about in the intro- CXMH ep. 55 - CBT for Christians (feat. Dr. Michelle Pearce)- CXMH ep. 103 - How We Move Through Suffering (feat. Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren & Sara Showalter Va...

This week we're joined by Dr. Michelle Pearce to talk about her new book Night Bloomers: 12 Principles for Thriving in Adversity. Dr. Pearce talks about those 12 principles, what a 'night bloomer' is, and how we can use adversity to help us grow. Things we mention/other resources:- the Church Mental Health Summit we talk about in the intro- CXMH ep. 55 - CBT for Christians (feat. Dr. Michelle Pearce)- CXMH ep. 103 - How We Move Through Suffering (feat. Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren & Sara Showalter Va...

This week we're joined by Dr. Michelle Pearce to talk about her new book Night Bloomers: 12 Principles for Thriving in Adversity. Dr. Pearce talks about those 12 principles, what a 'night bloomer' is, and how we can use adversity to help us grow. Things we mention/other resources:- the Church Mental Health Summit we talk about in the intro- CXMH ep. 55 - CBT for Christians (feat. Dr. Michelle Pearce)- CXMH ep. 103 - How We Move Through Suffering (feat. Dr. Daryl Van Tongeren & Sara Showalter Va...

This week, we talk with Janine Halloren about kids! Their emotions, being flexible, helping them learn coping skills, and things we can remember as adults. Janine is a counselor who's worked with kids and families for over 20 years, the author of multiple books, the founder of CopingSkillsForKids.com, and a mother of two kids herself. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- CASEL: The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning- the Church Mental Health Summit we talk...

This week, we talk with Janine Halloren about kids! Their emotions, being flexible, helping them learn coping skills, and things we can remember as adults. Janine is a counselor who's worked with kids and families for over 20 years, the author of multiple books, the founder of CopingSkillsForKids.com, and a mother of two kids herself. Things we mention in this episode/other resources:- CASEL: The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning- the Church Mental Health Summit we talk...