The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: Dr. Joel Tudman Talks New Book 'The Fight to Find Yourself', Healing, Building Relationships + More
Nov 20, 2025
Dr. Joel Tudman, a pastor and author, dives into his powerful book, focusing on healing and personal transformation. He shares his struggles with emptiness despite success and recounts the profound losses of loved ones, highlighting the importance of emotional recovery. Dr. Tudman emphasizes the value of supportive relationships and practical steps for parents to recognize and combat their children's mental health challenges. With faith-based tools and candid discussions on inner work, he encourages living authentically and nurturing personal connections.
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When Success Couldn't Heal Pain
- Dr. Joel Tudman recounts multiple breakdowns where success couldn't heal inner pain and nearly led him to suicide.
- He credits therapy, journaling, and a mentor who grounded him with staying-home ministry for saving his life.
Loss That Shattered Emotional Walls
- Dr. Joel describes losing his father and son back-to-back which broke down emotional walls and unleashed long-suppressed feelings.
- Caring for his dying father in the hospital created a profound shift that forced him to remake his emotional blueprint.
Use Scripture Daily To Counter Feelings
- Do use scripture and daily spiritual practices to fight depressive thoughts and anchor your identity beyond feelings.
- Use tools like ChatGPT to find relevant verses quickly, then verify them in your Bible.
