

When Mental Health Intersects with Spirituality with Dr. Lisa Miller
8 snips Mar 19, 2024
Dr. Lisa Miller, a renowned professor and founder of the Spirituality Mind Body Institute, dives deep into the connection between mental health and spirituality. She discusses how depression can be a catalyst for spiritual awakening instead of just a challenge. Lisa emphasizes nurturing spirituality to navigate life's difficulties and highlights the pivotal role of emotional awareness in promoting personal growth. Her research showcases how spiritual practices enhance mental well-being, offering listeners actionable insights to integrate spirituality into their lives.
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Spirituality as Birthright
- Spirituality is a birthright, hardwired into us, according to Dr. Miller.
- It's a capacity for a sustained relationship with a higher power, distinct from learned religion.
Eric's Spiritual Journey
- Eric shares his sobriety journey, initial belief in a higher power, and later disillusionment.
- He found a different spiritual path based on principles and connection.
Red Door vs Yellow Door
- Visualize a stuck red door (desired outcome) and a wide-open yellow door (unexpected opportunity).
- Embrace the unknown; life's adventures lie beyond our planned red doors.