Heart of Dating
S12: Mini Man-sode 47: Expressing Needs and Emotions as a Guy with Jeff Vanderstelt
Feb 2, 2024
Jeff Vanderstelt, expert in expressing emotions and needs, joins JJ to discuss the importance of recognizing and validating feelings as a single guy, embracing neediness for growth and connection in relationships, and exploring emotions, needs, and intimacy with Jesus. They also touch on the impact of parental influence on emotional connections and the historical context of emotional health within the church.
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- Embracing vulnerability and expressing emotional needs is essential for true connection and understanding in relationships.
- Cultivating emotional health is just as important as spiritual maturity, and embracing vulnerability deepens our relationship with God and others.
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The Importance of Embracing Vulnerability and Emotional Needs
In this podcast episode, Jeff Vanderstelt discusses the significance of embracing vulnerability and emotional needs in relationships. He highlights the misconception that being strong and self-sufficient is desirable, while expressing needs is viewed as weak. Vanderstelt explains that emotions are indicators of our needs and that suppressing them hinders true connection and understanding. He emphasizes the importance of feeling our way to Jesus, allowing emotions to lead us to a deeper relationship with God and others. Vanderstelt encourages listeners to create safe spaces for open communication and vulnerability, where needs can be expressed and met without judgment or rejection.
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