In this NeuroFaith episode, Dr. Joanne Tsang, an associate professor of psychology at Baylor University, discusses her research on gratitude and its connections to social psychology, religion, and moral emotions with Dr. Curt Thompson. Dr. Tsang illustrates her journey into the field, emphasizing her interest in the intersection of psychology and religion. She particularly focuses on how gratitude and forgiveness play significant roles in helping behaviors. She highlights the importance of incorporating gratitude exercises into daily life and how they contribute to personal well-being and positive interpersonal relationships. Listen in as Dr. Tsang shares personal stories, including her son's hospitalization, and illustrates how journaling and practicing gratitude in relationships can be powerful tools for fostering positivity and enhancing both individual and collective well-being. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. Check out more from the THINQ podcast network: NextUp with Grant Skeldon The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips THINQ Podcast with Gabe Lyons UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

Dr. Connie Svob, an Assistant Professor at Columbia University, dives deep into the complexities of memory, exploring how it is shaped by trauma, spirituality, and personal narratives. She discusses the dynamic nature of memory and its intergenerational transmission, emphasizing the role of shared stories in mental health. Svob highlights how parental religiosity can protect children's mental well-being and the importance of integrating faith in therapeutic settings. This enlightening conversation reveals memory's profound connection to hope and healing.

Join Dr. Robert Enright, a licensed psychologist and professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as he delves into his groundbreaking work on forgiveness. Hear about his journey from justice to exploring the transformative power of forgiveness, despite initial academic skepticism. Discover the Enright Forgiveness Inventory and how personal stories can reshape our understanding. Enright emphasizes that true forgiveness fosters goodwill and personal growth, offering profound mental and physical health benefits while intertwining science and spirituality.

In this episode of NeuroFaith, Dr. Curt Thompson interviews Elizabeth Hall, a professor of psychology at Biola University. She specializes in understanding suffering, mothering, sexism, and embodiment and draws from her personal experiences, including a battle with cancer. Her work focuses on how suffering disrupts our established systems of meaning and the process of integrating these experiences into a broader worldview. Dr. Hall emphasizes that finding meaning in suffering does not eliminate pain but involves finding peace and purpose despite ongoing grief. She also discusses how religion and faith provide essential frameworks and practices that aid in processing and integrating suffering. Faith can offer a sense of purpose and direction, which is crucial for meaning-making during difficult times. Listen in as she highlights the role of biblical lament and talks about a practice involving the expression of sorrow and wrestling with God as a powerful tool for dealing with profound grief and suffering. Dr. Hall's insights offer a profound understanding of how faith and psychological processes intertwine in the context of suffering. Resources: Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. Check out more from the THINQ podcast network: NextUp with Grant Skeldon The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips THINQ Podcast with Gabe Lyons UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

In this episode of NeuroFaith, Dr. Curt Thompson talks with Michael John Cusick, CEO and Founder of Restoring the Soul, about the deep connection between personal experiences and professional work in counseling and spiritual care. Michael shares personal stories about his struggles with alcohol abuse and sexual addiction and explains how these experiences have shaped his career and his approach to helping others. During this episode, Dr. Curt and Michael discuss the misconceptions about love within church settings, the experiential nature of God's love, and the importance of accepting one's brokenness to experience true transformation. Resources: Check out Michael's Book Surfing for God: Discovering the Divine Desire Beneath Sexual Struggle Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com. Check out more from the THINQ podcast network: NextUp with Grant Skeldon The InFormed Parent with Suzanne Phillips THINQ Podcast with Gabe Lyons UnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

Dr. Diane Langberg, a distinguished clinical psychologist with over 50 years of expertise in trauma, dives into her transformative journey in the field. She reflects on the need for validating trauma survivors' experiences and discusses the evolution from victim-blaming to a deeper understanding of healing. Langberg critiques false theological beliefs that can hinder trauma recovery and underscores the importance of community support within church settings. The conversation highlights the necessity of addressing both individual and collective wounds for genuine healing.

Dr. Arthur Brooks, a Harvard professor and author of 'From Strength to Strength,' dives into the science of happiness and purpose, especially in the latter half of life. He discusses the shift from fluid to crystallized intelligence, highlighting how wisdom and mentorship become vital as we age. The conversation touches on confronting success addiction and the liberation that comes from embracing mortality. Dr. Brooks advocates for nurturing deep relationships and cultivating a meaningful life centered on love, spirituality, and shared growth.

Jon Collins, co-founder of BibleProject, and his wife Tristen Collins, a licensed professional counselor, delve into the significance of emotions within spirituality. They discuss how emotions reveal our humanity, serving as signals of unmet needs and threats to identity. Childhood trauma's impact on adult emotional responses is examined, particularly how faith communities often struggle with emotion versus rationality. Highlighting the intertwining of emotions and faith, they advocate for greater emotional awareness to deepen relationships with God and others.

There's been conversations for years about how Christians can integrate faith and work. But does workplace spirituality actually matter? Are some people a better spiritual fit for a workplace than others? Does seeing meaning in work affect performance? This week, Curt talks to Dr. Peter Hill, of Biola University, to talk about the psychology of spirituality in the workplace. Presented by Q Ideas.