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.
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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.
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