The Healing Process

Jan 28, 2025

In a heartfelt conversation, Lauren Chandler, co-host and wife of Matt Chandler, discusses Matt's transformative healing journey. They delve into his realization of needing help in 2015 and the pivotal counseling experience with Jack that helped him confront inner struggles. Matt shares how humor masked his emotional challenges and the shift from problem-solving to fostering genuine connections. This episode emphasizes embracing vulnerability, personal growth, and the importance of deep relationships in one’s healing and ministry.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Transformative Counseling Journey

01:34 • 15min

Navigating Fear Through Humor and Creativity

16:40 • 3min

Journey of Faith and Transformation

19:15 • 7min

Reflections on Ministry and Personal Growth

26:01 • 2min

Journey to Authentic Connections

28:10 • 27min

Embracing Healing and Integration in Ministry Life

55:16 • 5min

What if the key to true success is embracing your vulnerabilities? In today’s episode of the Overcomers Podcast, the tables turn—Lauren Chandler interviews me about a season of deep transformation. We’ll unpack my journey from external success in ministry to confronting the internal struggles I couldn’t ignore anymore. I was emotionally stuck, overwhelmed, and hiding behind humor and problem-solving. That’s when I decided to get help and began working with a counselor who challenged my approach to life.

The road wasn’t easy. Jack, the counselor, pushed me to face uncomfortable truths, confront my defense mechanisms, and dive deep into the emotional wounds I’d been avoiding. This wasn’t about fixing problems—it was about learning to engage in real relationships, especially with my family. That shift from trying to fix everything to truly connecting has changed the way I minister and live.

This conversation is about embracing change, having the courage to grow, and facing the most guarded parts of your inner self. If you’ve been feeling stuck, or know there’s more growth ahead, I hope you find strength and Christian courage from this conversation.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

2015 And The Realization I Needed Help
Discovering Deep Hurt and Healing
The Turning Point in Re-Discovering My Identity
How Solitude Has Helped Me With Soul Integration

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