Hope for the mind is coming back in the fall for season 2, exploring topics like rebuilding after trauma, deconstruction and reconstruction of faith, mental health in ministry, and more. Until then, revisit previous episodes, share the podcast with others, and take care of your mind, soul, and self.

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Today’s episode isn’t easy—but it’s urgent. Our children are growing up in a world we never had to navigate, and many are silently falling apart under the weight of anxiety, depression, identity confusion, and trauma. In this raw and necessary conversation, I open up about what’s really happening in the lives of our youth—and how the systems meant to support them (home, school, and church) are often missing the mark.

We’ll confront the hard truths: why suicide rates among teens are skyrocketing, why emotional disconnection is so prevalent in modern families, and how the Church sometimes fails to create space for real healing. But this episode isn’t just a lament—it’s a call to action. A call for parents to show up differently, for educators to rethink their role, and for churches to become true sanctuaries of hope and restoration.

This is a conversation about showing up. About listening. About creating safety. About becoming the hands and heart of Jesus to a generation drowning in silence. If you’re a parent, teacher, pastor, or mentor—this episode is for you.

Because it’s not too late. Because our kids are worth fighting for. Because hope is still alive.

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Why does it seem like everyone thinks they have ADHD or Autism these days? In this episode of Hope for the Mind, Kristin unpacks the psychological phenomenon known as the Barnum Effect—the tendency to believe vague, general traits apply specifically to us. With the rise of mental health content online, it's easy to mistake common human struggles for clinical disorders. But not every relatable post equals a diagnosis.

Join Kristin as she explores:

• What the Barnum Effect is and how it tricks us

• Why self-diagnosing can be harmful, even with good intentions

• The difference between psychological traits and clinical criteria

• How to approach your mental health with both wisdom and faith

This episode is a must-listen for anyone questioning their identity, sifting through online content, or simply trying to better understand themselves without rushing to a label.

✨ You are more than a diagnosis. You are a story still being written.

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