The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast

CNLP 659 | Dr. Alison Cook on Why Therapy Has Become the New "Church", The Dangers of Spiritual ByPassing, and What To Do When You Want to Escape From Your Life

Jun 25, 2024

Dr. Alison Cook and Carey discuss therapy as the new church, dangers of spiritual bypassing, normality of escape fantasies, dealing with shame, toxicity in leadership, and importance of healthy communities.

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Therapy is now seen as a vital component of modern culture, bridging the gap between mental health and spirituality.

Accurate advice and expertise are valued over superficial knowledge, emphasizing the importance of staying within one's professional boundaries.

Leaders must manage compulsive availability and cognitive dissonance while embracing authenticity and vulnerability for effective leadership.

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The Impact of Therapy on Spiritual Beliefs

Therapy is becoming more prevalent and essential in modern culture, with the number of adults in therapy in the US doubling in the last two decades. The podcast discusses the relationship between therapy and religion, highlighting the risks of spiritual bypassing where spiritual solutions are applied to non-spiritual issues. The conversation underscores the necessity of balancing individual therapy with community and spiritual connections to foster holistic well-being and avoid over-reliance on therapy as a replacement for other vital aspects of life.

Hard-Earned Wisdom and Deep Transformation

02:41

Balancing the Capitalist Self with Relationships

01:55

Applying Spiritual Solutions to Non-Spiritual Problems

01:06

Exploring Escapism, Chronic Resentment, and Cognitive Dissonance in Leaders

02:28

Intro

5min

The Intersection of Psychology, Religion, and Therapy

26min

Going Deep vs. Skimming the Surface

8min

Navigating Escapism and Inner Thoughts

7min

Navigating Shame, Guilt, and Transformative Practices in Religious Contexts

22min

Embracing Healing Work and Creating Healthy Communities

2min

Encouraging Mental Health and Connecting with Dr. Alison Cook

3min

Dr. Alison Cook discusses how therapy has become the new church. She and Carey also discuss the dangers of spiritual bypassing, what to do when you want to escape your life, and how much cognitive dissonance is normal for leaders.

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