Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick Episode 374 - Dr. Alison Cook, "Boundaries for Your Soul"
Nov 17, 2025
Dr. Alison Cook, a clinical psychologist and author of "Boundaries for Your Soul," combines emotional insight with faith to help people heal. She discusses the importance of setting gentle boundaries with our emotions instead of suppressing them. Alison unveils her concept of the spirit-led self, encouraging listeners to befriend their feelings and view internal conflict as a growth opportunity. Practical tips are shared, emphasizing compassionate inquiry and the integration of self-awareness with spiritual guidance for holistic healing.
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Parts Make Up The Soul
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) frames the soul as a family of parts that hold different feelings and agendas.
- Integrating IFS with Christian theology shows the Holy Spirit can lead self-leadership amid inner conflict.
Panic Attack Led To New Approach
- Alison recounts sidelining emotions until they erupted as a panic attack.
- That crisis became a turning point to learn a healthier relationship with feelings.
Begin By Noticing Emotions
- Notice and name emotions first by checking where they show up in your body.
- Get curious about the feeling rather than immediately reacting or suppressing it.
