Often times we try to connect our behaviors and emotions back to events that we experience. Much of the time however, our core beliefs are the driving force. What we deem to be true about ourselves dictates much of how we move and feel. If we have unhealthy beliefs about ourselves this can lead to harmful behaviors or emotions.

In episode 11, we discuss core beliefs and the ABC method of trying to dispute our irrational thoughts!

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

To begin to talk about faith deconstruction we have to define our terms. Deconstruction isn’t just about tearing something down, it’s about the renovation, rebuilding process as well. We grow and change, add new rooms, redesign old rooms. We learn something things down as we build some new things up. We are evolving and changing all the time! It is not linear and it is lifelong.

Come join on episode 11 of Recess as we talk about our new faith deconstruction Thursdays!

Two Deconstruction accounts I Like:

IG: Joluehmann

IG: JemarTisby

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

Conflict is a constant in our lives. Whether in our jobs, our friends groups, or our families, we will face conflict. It's unavoidable. In the midst of this reality, we each possess a certain conflict style. We have patterns in habits surrounding how we like to face conflict, or not face it. Often times, this is birthed from our families of origin. As we grow into adulthood, we must realize the newfound power we possess that can allow us to decide how we want to move forward. On episode 10, we discuss different types of family conflict styles. We look at the importance of awareness and how it can help lead us towards a path of new decisions, and new ways of handling conflict. 

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

In systems that only care about our outputs, we have to be extremely resistant and intentional to pursue rest for our selves. Rest is two parts: relaxing and restorative. It takes practice and must often be scheduled into our daily and weekly life. To pursue rest for ourselves is to believe we are worthy of being recharged and restore. Let's rest, friends. 

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

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A brutal cold front moved over much of the US, causing particularly sever problems in Texas and their electricity grid. In episode 8, we discuss the systems that are at the root of the issues and the dire reality of what we’re facing.

EDIT: Texas electricity grid remains isolated to Texas. This is what I meant in minute 3.

Resources:

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/texas-blackouts-wind-turbines_n_602c4e16c5b62767c0aaa263

“They Daily” Podcast Episode on the Texas Freeze:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily/id1200361736?i=1000509520078

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

Emotional Neglect is one of the most difficult pains to work through because it’s a type of invisible pain. We dismiss it for years and invalidate our experiences. Come listen in for episode seven where we discuss emotional neglect, it’s signs, and ways of recovery!

Check out my Website! I offer 1-1 mental health coaching and host a blog: reidbervik.com

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

White Christianity is a specific sect of Christianity that has been in power in the US since it’s conception. Not only is it dangerous, but it has mass appeal and is even alive in some churches that don’t seem to be doing wrong.

It’s important to know how this intersects with politics and how our history as allowed it to take root. We must know before we can move to abolish it from this world.

On episode 6, we discuss Majorie Taylor Greene’s recent tweet about her politics and subsequent faith as a means for starting a conversation that is important for white christians everywhere.

Reid’s Socials:

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Tik Tik: Funny: reiderrrr; Mental Health: Reid Bervik

Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

Human beings love habits.

We are, in fact, creatures of habit and live based on the patterns and frameworks that we have reinforced. Sometimes we develop unhealthy patterns and really desire change.

In episode 5 we dive into conversation surrounding the brain, neural pathways and neuroplasticity where we learn that change is possible at any moment.

Reid’s Socials:

Twitter, IG: Reid Bervik

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Tik Tik: Funny: reiderrrr; Mental Health: Reid Bervik

Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

Reference:

Dan Siegel, “pocket guide to interpersonal neurobiology”

On episode four, we discuss some weighty matters and try to step into the grief that we are living in in the US. We are living in a constant state of trauma. The pandemic is still killing many, Black and brown people are still bearing the weight of much of its death. The US continues to let the rich get richer and the poor get poorer. Many are calling for gratitude, and yet it’s shallow and cheap when centered around our privilege. We must be active in mourning with those who mourn in order to move towards fighting unjust systems. It’s important that Black History Month isn’t for the month. We must year round fight to end systems of white supremacy.

Reid’s Socials:

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Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY

Resources:

@azza_alt on twitter for medical Apartheid. She’s worth a follow!

Harriet Tubman brain injury, disability

Houseless Statistics

On episode three we look at Attachment theory and how it may be a key part of understanding ourselves and our relationships. We touch on the four different attachment styles and affect regulation.

For me, knowing my attachment style (avoidant) has been key in helping me heal and move away from depression. I hope it’s helpful to you!

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References:

John Bowlby

Mary Ainsworth

Adam Young LCSW, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-place-we-find-ourselves/id1373926216

Music: "Meditate" Instrumental by Homage. https://youtu.be/dh_Y7gH8tgY