Being Human with Steve Cuss

Steve Cuss and Esau McCaulley discuss the impact of absence and forgiveness, navigating trauma with humor, and the power of memory. They touch on racism, shame, and dehumanization while exploring the presence of God’s love. Resources mentioned include books by McCaulley and authors like C.S. Lewis and N.T. Wright.

Join Steve Cuss and Jimmy Carnes as they discuss the Enneagram types and their reflection of God's character. They explore how the system can help identify disconnections with God and navigate grief and anxiety. The conversation brings insights on self-reflection, human judgment, and the pursuit of goodness, while also delving into the behavior and struggles of various Enneagram types in relation to faith and surrender to God's sovereignty.

In this podcast, they discuss paying attention to inner critics, dehumanization, and anxiety. They explore the concept of triangulation in relationships and organizations, emphasizing the importance of open communication. The conversation also touches on childhood joys like building Lego and nostalgic conversations about dream cars and life-giving habits.

Explore the impact of trauma on our bodies, integrating theology and psychology, and inviting God into our experiences. Learn about somatic healing techniques, personal grief journeys, and creating a caring culture in leadership roles. Discover the importance of validating our own feelings and finding joy in life-giving activities.

In this podcast, Steve Cuss explores the barriers that keep Christians from experiencing deep connection with God and others. He discusses the history and practical applications of Bowen and systems theory, emphasizing the importance of self-management and awareness of anxiety. The podcast also delves into the concept of getting stuck in recurring problems and explores the dynamic between ego and stuck patterns. Cuss discusses the false self and the exhaustion of striving for perfection, while highlighting the importance of examining core beliefs. The podcast concludes by comparing the gospel of Rome with the gospel of Jesus.

In this podcast, Steve Cuss explores reactivity and its effects on relationships, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to oneself, God, and others. He provides techniques for recognizing and diffusing anxiety, discusses how false beliefs contribute to anxiety, and explores Jesus' non-anxious peaceableness.

Explore being human-sized for a more fulfilling life; the impact of getting bigger, smaller, or inhuman on relationships; lighting a candle to increase connection; gratitude for God's presence; surviving the 2024 election; understanding reactivity as chronic anxiety; managing reactivity in personal relationships through listening and connecting with oneself and God.

In this episode, Steve Cuss explores the nature of reactivity and its impact on human connection. He shares personal tools for managing reactivity and emphasizes the importance of self-care as a chaplain. The podcast also discusses the role of family of origin in shaping relationships, the Enneagram's impact on spirituality, and upcoming interviews on bridging Christian beliefs and experiences.

The Friendly Neighborhood Therapist joins Steve on this annual wrap up. They chat about lessons learned this year, giving yourself the gift of wellbeing in 2024 and what is coming down the pike for next year. Plus, Steve shares his favorite advent poem.   We also announce the podcast's new name. NOTE: next year our podcast name is changing as we move onto a new partnership, but you don't need to do anything - you can access it through your existing podcast subscription.  Click here to learn more about our intensives To make a difference in the lives of aged out foster youth visit Dream Makers Project Visit Seminary Now to engage an amazing library of courses for your faith. Use CUSS30 coupon code for 30% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

J.S. Park, hospital chaplain and author of The Voices We Carry, shares his powerful experiences in chaplaincy, coping with emotional toll of healthcare work, benefits of seminary and online courses, healing power of writing, and reflecting on grief and memory.