In this episode, we continue our Mental Health series by talking about EMDR and why it's working for people. We dive deep into the neurology and science behind what we do and how we can help people heal through trauma with these practices.

The second part of this episode is in regards to addressing the "elephant" in the room--deeper levels of healing that today's society lacks in practice. Part 1 and 2 talked a lot of science in regards to thoughts, toxins, and traumas on a body-perspective of healing, but Part 3 dives into the mind/soul and spiritual levels of healing.

Part 3 features both Yogi and Taoist philosophies of health and how the body works. Dr. Brad begins bridging the gap between Eastern and Western philosophies of thought and Part 4 will talk about the Truth of the Bible and how it relates to healing.

KeJuan is the Connections Director at Grace City Church in Charleston, SC and a dear friend and brother. During our "Engage" series, I wanted to feature him on this podcast to speak into spaces of engaging the marginalized, the vulnerable, and what it means to pursue Biblical Justice.

I had the pleasure of not just interviewing KeJuan, but having the opportunity to press into some difficult topics that we both believe are critical for healing our world--not because of anything that society or politics says, but because of what the Word of God says.

If we want to take steps into Biblical Justice, we must have hearts like God's heart and value what God values.

If you wish to engage with our partners in this way, you can look into the resources below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0CaE0XaxE8

https://www.warriorwod.org/

https://the-pink-house-neighborhood-resource.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referral

https://younglives.younglife.org/

https://www.olmoutreach.org/

According to the World Health Organization and Food Drug Administration, Depression is the #1 leading cause (by far) of disability in the United States in ages 15-44.

In the United States alone in 2022, over 40,000 suicides were logged and statistics from the CDC express over 1.2 million suicide attempts.

Anti-Depressants/Psychotics are in the top 5 prescription medications (sharing with 3 cardiovascular-related medications and NSAIDs standing-in for pain medications grouped).

Dr. Brad dives into these issues, as well as solutions to these issues. We divided this podcast into a series of 4 shows in order to cover the wide range and depth of mental illness.

If you are a veteran or currently active/reservist and are suffering from depression/anxiety or mental illness, there's a better option! Please visit our partner at https://www.warriorwod.org/