Embracing Dark Nights as Normal

Steve and Lisa Cuss explore how to transform emotional reactivity into deeper, more authentic relationships in this episode of Being Human. Guests Carla Harding and Brian Heasley from 24-7 Prayer share insights on using prayer to turn anxiety into spiritual growth, even across partisan divides. Alicia Britt Chole discusses sacred lessons found in the dark nights of the soul. We dive into practical tools for healthier communication, understanding generational dynamics, and fostering compassion in all your relationships with Clarissa Moll. Join us and learn to navigate life with greater presence and relational resilience.

Episode Resources:

Rich Mullins' Eli’s Song

John Townsend's 21 Relational Nutrients

Dr. Alicia Britt Chole’s The Night Is Normal: A Guide through Spiritual Pain

Dr. Alicia Britt Chole’s The Sacred Slow: A Holy Departure from Fast Faith

Learn more:  24-7 Prayer International

Download & Explore: Lectio 365 (a free daily prayer app)

Carla Harding’s Stories of Prayer (Video)

Books by Brian Heasley

Article: “Gen-Z Is Labeled As ‘Difficult’ In The Workplace, But There’s More To The Story”

Article: 'We See Children As Pestilent' (building on the idea attributed to Socrates)

Clarissa Moll’s The Bulletin podcast

Explore Clarissa Moll’s website

Read Clarissa Moll’s substack

Matthew 26:36-46 (ESV) - The Garden of Gethsemane

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