Wild at Heart

When Am I Not Okay?

Aug 26, 2024

Blaine Eldredge, a writer known for his insights on personal crises, joins the conversation to explore how moments of upheaval reveal our true selves. He discusses strategies to gauge our emotional state and offers practical tips on remaining calm when life gets chaotic. The trio delves into the impact of trauma on spiritual connection and emphasizes the fragility of human well-being when modern systems fail. Blaine's reflections encourage listeners to shift focus from panic to faith during trying times.

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Blaine Eldredge

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Crisis situations reveal our true priorities, often shifting focus from survival essentials to what holds personal meaning.

Over-dependence on technology exposes vulnerabilities in our lives, emphasizing the need to anchor ourselves in faith rather than fleeting reassurances.

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Intro

4min

Seeking Spiritual Connection Amidst Trauma and Modern Challenges

4min

Surviving The Storm: A Boating Misadventure

10min

Crisis of Connection: The IT Outage Impact

15min

The Showdown at Salamis: Greeks Unite Against Persian Might

3min

Heeding Warnings: Faith in Crisis

12min

In this new four-part series, Blaine Eldredge joins John and Allen to talk about how moments of crisis reveal who we are—as well as our priorities. In Part 1, they look at the various ways we use to determine if we're okay as well as how not to freak out when the world goes sideways. Show Notes: Follow Blaine's writings on Substack at ⁠blaineeldredge.substack.com ⁠.

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