Ep 179 Diving Deeper with Jimmy Carnes and Lisa Cuss
Aug 21, 2023
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Steve is joined by therapist Lisa Cuss and Capable Life Trainer Jimmy Carnes. They discuss mindfulness, owning thoughts and emotions, running late, recognizing overreactions, and appreciating God's gifts. They also announce an upcoming conference on bridging the gap between belief and experience with God.
Anxiety manifests as reactivity, impacting relationships at work and home; recognizing and managing reactivity is essential for effective leadership.
Resting in God involves releasing control, noticing overreactions, and letting go of perfection, leading to freedom and a deeper connection with God.
Deep dives
Understanding the Nature of Anxiety
Anxiety is often misunderstood as simple worry or fear, but it actually manifests as reactivity. Reactivity is the kind of anxiety that is contagious and can impact relationships, both in the workplace and at home. Recognizing reactivity as anxiety is essential for effective leadership and maintaining healthy relationships.
Exploring the Impact of Reactivity and Anxiety on Relationships with God
This season of the podcast focuses on how reactivity and anxiety influence our connection with God. By examining our automatic reactions and the coping mechanisms we employ, we can create space between our initial response and make more intentional choices. This allows us to develop a healthier relationship with God based on trust, surrender, and a balanced sense of control.
Rediscovering Rest and Control in God's Presence
Resting in God is not just about taking a break or not doing anything. It is about releasing control and finding peace in His presence. By noticing our overreactions, examining the burdens we carry, and letting go of our need for perfection or responsibility, we can relax and trust that God is in control. This opens us up to experience freedom, peace, and a deeper connection with God.
Recognizing the Gap Between Faith and Experience
The conference on the gap between faith and experience aims to address the disconnection between what we believe about God and what we experience in our lives. It explores topics such as God's love, presence, peace, and freedom in Christ. By acknowledging the challenges and providing a safe space for reflection, attendees can deepen their understanding and bridge the gap between their faith and experience.
This week Steve is joined by his therapist wife Lisa and Capable Life Trainer Jimmy Carnes. They dig into Steve's morning of shame, virtues, vices and the autopilot we get into, as well as some noticing and diffusing tools.
To learn more about our upcoming Unlocking Faith Conference, click here.