Being Human

Discussing the blueprint of the human person by Pope John Paul II, the podcast explores its impact on modern culture and psychology. Emphasizing JP2's importance in understanding human nature, it delves into consciousness, addiction, and the fusion of Thomistic Philosophy with Phenomenology. The discussion highlights the need to integrate JP2's teachings into mainstream society for a holistic approach to psychology.

Dr. John Crosby and Dr. Greg Bottaro discuss the importance of understanding reflexive consciousness, self-determination, and freedom in the human experience. They delve into the philosophy of Dietrich von Hildebrand, the subjective experience of the person, and the legacy of Saint John Paul II's teachings. The episode explores the challenges of passing on the faith to children, avoiding coercion, and fostering autonomy within the Catholic faith.

Discussion on Harrison Butker's controversial commencement speech, reactions from the public, Butker's statements on homemakers and Natural Family Planning, President Joe Biden's poor witness, and misconfusions about the pro-life perspective.

Delve into a bold proposal for Catholic mental health rooted in St. John Paul II's psychology. Explore human dignity, combat modern mental health crises, and integrate spiritual dimensions for more effective care. Learn why a Catholic standard of mental health is crucial in today's world.

Dr. Gerry Crete delves into parts theory using Marvel superheroes and The Lord of the Rings. He discusses the concept of integration within oneself, exploring internal personas through fictional characters and biblical references. The podcast also focuses on achieving inner peace by acknowledging and thanking different aspects within ourselves, leading to a more unified and compassionate self.

Dr. Paul Vitz reflects on 70 years of psychology, critiquing humanistic psychology. The evolution from negative to positive psychology, the importance of reason and relationships, and integrating Christian redemption in therapy. Challenges in psychology, diversity, and hope for the future.

Dr. Peter Kreeft, a Roman Catholic convert, discusses personalism, the human self as an image of God, societal challenges like AI and digital distractions, and the importance of truth over feelings. The podcast delves into integrating body and spirit, cultural degradation, the illusion of choice, navigating distrust, and the transformative power of duty and truth.

Dr. Paul Vitz, Dr. Gerry Crete, and Mother Natalia discuss the deep connection between psychology and spirituality in healing. They critique individualism, promote community, and emphasize the importance of relationships. The podcast explores integrating psychology and faith, the beauty of wounded healers, and the dangers of self-worship in today's culture.

Father Sam Kachuba discusses the importance of comprehensive formation programs for priests, highlighting the impact of mentorship and support. They explore the challenges faced by new priests, the need for emotional readiness, and the significance of hands-on Certification over traditional academic programs.

Welcome to Episode 174 of the Being Human Podcast: Healing or Harm? Unveiling the Truth About Bad Therapy In this podcast episode, Dr. Greg delves into the controversial book, “Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up” by Abigail Shrier, which critiques modern psychotherapeutic practice, and exposes the dangers and ineffectiveness of current mental health trends. He talks about how mainstream psychology lacks integration of spiritual dimensions, and how this often leads to misguided treatments. He also discussed today's lack of certainty when it comes to mental health diagnoses and how current therapeutic interventions can worsen conditions.    Discussed in the episode: Understanding how secular psychology often overlooks the spiritual aspect of human life, leading to incomplete diagnoses and treatments A discussion on the concept of iatrogenesis and how misdiagnosis and incorrect interventions in therapy, and the lack of certainty in mental health practices, can lead to more harm than good An exploration on the 10 principles of bad therapy discussed by Abigail Shrier in her book, and how these principles highlight the dangers of neglecting the holistic nature of human beings A critique on the prevailing authority and weight assigned to therapists' judgments and diagnoses, emphasizing the need for greater humility and awareness in mental health practices A reflection on the fundamental human longing for spiritual fulfillment and its relevance to psychological distress An emphasis on the unpopular truth that only a holistic approach to therapy, grounded in a Catholic understanding of the human person, can provide deeper insights, more effective treatments strategies, leading individuals towards true healing and flourishing   Resources mentioned or relevant:  Bad Therapy: Why The Kids Aren’t Growing Up by Abigail Shrier Psychology as Religion: The Cult of Self-Worship by Dr. Paul C. Vitz You’re invited to CatholicPsych’s first-ever live event to celebrate the beauty and power of integration! Sign up for the Summit of Integration here Learn more about our Certification program (CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism)! Need help? Schedule a free consultation call with someone on our team to discuss how we can support you; Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, for encouragement on your journey of becoming the best human you can be; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available;  Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, the Catholic Mindfulness Virtual Retreat, courses, prayer resources, and more;  Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE’s - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow us on Instagram: @catholicpsych.  Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends. Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings. For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!