The Emotionally Healthy Leader Podcast

Today, on the podcast, we continue an 8-week series in which we explore the seminal work from Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. If you are a pastor, leader, or listener and you want to grow in emotional health, this series is a must-listen. If you missed the first episode on the problem of emotionally unhealthy spirituality, you can listen to it here.

The podcast discusses the importance of self-awareness in knowing oneself and God better, exploring the concept of differentiation and emotional maturity. It also touches on aligning personal actions with one's unique traits from God, mastering self-regulation for effective leadership, and embracing authenticity in leadership. Various tools like Enneagrams and Genogram are discussed for self-discovery and spiritual growth.

In this episode, the host introduces the topic of emotionally unhealthy spirituality and the need for emotional health for pastors and leaders. They explore the symptoms of emotionally healthy spirituality and discuss the formation of the false self. They emphasize the importance of slowing down, embracing limits, and nurturing the inner life. The speaker reflects on their experience as a lead pastor and the role of inner life in ministry growth.

Today, on the podcast, Pete shares two biblical invitations that will anchor you when the earth is shifting underneath your feet.

In today's podcast, Pete shares a sermon with an appropriate invitation for 2022 so that you will be encouraged as you lead into a new year.

In today's episode, Pete plays highlights from five of the most popular podcast episodes from 2021.

In today's episode, we'll discover that it's in silence that we learn to pay attention to what God is birthing in and through us.

In today's podcast, Pete shares with you a sermon in which he explores many fascinating details about Herod's life and why it stood in such contrast with the newborn King.

Learn how to plan for a transformational sabbatical, the significance of sabbaticals in personal reflection and learning, challenges of balancing a sabbatical with young children, addressing burnout and persuading pastors to take a sabbatical, the importance of planning and support, and the benefits of taking a sabbatical after retiring from a long-term job.

The podcast explores the biblical definition of a sabbatical and emphasizes why all leaders should take one. It discusses the origins of Sabbath and sabbaticals and their importance for intentional rest and replenishing the soul. The speakers highlight the relevance of understanding the biblical concept of Sabbath and its application to leadership responsibilities. They also discuss the significance of sabbaticals for pastors and leaders within churches, providing recommendations on duration and emphasizing the benefits for avoiding burnout and prioritizing self-care. Furthermore, the podcast explores the importance of sabbaticals for leaders in ministry and organizations, encouraging seeking funding for fruitful outcomes.