Curt Thompson

Join psychiatrist and author Dr. Curt Thompson as he dives deep into the pervasive issue of shame and its impact on community relationships. He explores how shame disconnects us, drawing parallels from biblical narratives. The discussion highlights the vital role of vulnerability and confession in healing and fostering intimacy among individuals. Dr. Thompson emphasizes the power of authentic community interactions to transform shame into connection, urging us to confront our struggles together for true personal growth.

Join host, Pepper Sweeney, and psychiatrist, Curt Thompson, MD, as we together awaken to the journey of being fully known.

Curt Thompson discusses healing from trauma through storytelling and empathy. He shares the story of Cora, who struggles with emotional disconnection. Topics include the transformative power of suffering, accepting love, confessional communities, co-regulation in therapy, and healing through support in story groups.

Therapist, podcast host, author, and psychiatrist Dr. Curt Thompson discusses healing, safety, connection, and the formation of embodied hope. They explore trauma, the importance of support, storytelling to make sense of experiences, healing and hope through community, the power of community in healing trauma, neuroplasticity in healing, and confessional communities for healing trauma.

Lecrae, Michael Hyatt, Paula Faris, and more discuss the divine call to create and the role of God in the creative process. They explore aligning principles with faith, the importance of entrepreneurs in times of crisis, and the need for understanding and learning as an entrepreneur. They also touch on a book about creativity for kids and the impact of faith-driven entrepreneurs in bringing the kingdom of God to earth.

I am joined today by Christian neuroscientist Curt Thompson. In this vulnerable conversation, Curt and I talk about: why our brains change when we share our story with another human being who is attuned to us, why engaging your story is the single best way to become a better parent, and why it’s so important to pay attention to the younger parts of ourselves. Support the podcast

In a thought-provoking conversation, Curt Thompson, a Christian psychologist and author, delves into how storytelling and vulnerability shape our mental and spiritual health. He highlights that understanding ourselves requires sharing our narratives and that friendship can free our creativity. Secrets, he explains, drain our mental energy, while being truly seen can heal our brains. Thompson emphasizes the transformative power of deep relationships and the importance of genuine connections in fostering personal growth and healing.

Psychiatrist Curt Thompson discusses the physicality of shame and vulnerability, emphasizing the importance of being seen to combat shame. The podcast explores topics like recognizing emotions, guilt, shame, perception, community support, coping mechanisms, depression, and embracing vulnerability for healing.

Dr. Curt Thompson, an expert in suffering and the formation of hope, joins the host to explore the connection between desire and suffering, Jesus' experience of abandonment, and the significance of community support. They also discuss how suffering shapes character, the importance of caregivers having support, and the power of sharing good news during times of suffering.

Do you wrestle with shame? Us, too. Today, we hear from Curt Thompson, author of The Anatomy of the Soul and the Soul of Shame, about how shame affects us, specifically in this pandemic time. Join us as we learn the roots of shame, how to hear from God, practices that help deal with shame, how to meet each other in it--and even talk about Jesus' lightsaber! This week's episode is balm to the stressed and shame-filled soul and we are deeply grateful for Curt's wisdom. //: Highlights: “What's the next new thing that God is gonna create? What is the next artifact of beauty that’s gonna happen here in the next five minutes?” -Curt Thompson “Shame isn’t now telling these stories for the first time, it’s just that COVID now gives these stories an opportunity to come full-blown into their maturation. It’s not like it’s creating our problems, it’s just revealing that these are the kinds of people that we are and these are the kinds of people that we always have been.” -Curt Thompson “We are not just made to be known…We’re made to be known on the way to then create beauty and goodness in the world.” -Curt Thompson //: Do the Next Thing: Pre-Order the Book!!! Listen to Episodes 64 and 65, where we discuss what shame is with Curt. Check out Curt Thompson’s books, The Soul of Shame and the Anatomy of the Soul.