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If we're starting out on a journey of building better minds and lives, we have to figure out what actually makes that work. In this intro to the channel, we explore some foundational questions: Isn't the Bible all we need? Can Christianity and psychology truly be integrated? What does that integration look like in practice? And can I cringe at both Sigmund Freud and James Dobson?

(Content notice: to respect the content guidelines of some platforms, this episode is flagged as "explicit" due to generic mentions of pornography addiction, with no specifics mentioned, from 24:15-28:50.)

References:

The Scopes Monkey Trial - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scopes_trial

Scum of the Earth Church (mini-documentary) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRsWIuRvyWI

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - see The Happiness Trap, by Russ Harris (https://thehappinesstrap.com/)

Scripture (mentioned around 38:00) about using knowledge from sources other than Scripture - Exodus 18, Daniel 1:17, Acts 17:28, 1 Corinthians 15:33

With All Your Psyche explores topics related to mental health, relationships, and faith, but it's not a substitute for therapy or professional care - though it might give you some ideas to bring up with your own therapist or pastor! If something you hear on this podcast brings up personal concerns for you, or if you need support in other areas of your life, please reach out to a licensed professional such as myself or others you can find through the therapist directory at PsychologyToday.com.