Show notes

In episode 115, Josh speaks about the emotional labor involved in therapies like healing trauma and grieving. He emphasizes the need to intentionally confront the suffering by stepping into solitude and silence. This process, while challenging, leads to exponential growth and maturity. Solitude is a catalyst for transformation, revealing God's word in the individual's heart during times of trial. The material concludes by urging the listener to prioritize daily periods of silence and solitude in order to live wisely.

00:00 Introduction to Emotional Labor of Silence

00:06 The Importance of Therapy and Emotional Work

00:31 The Role of Silence in Emotional Healing

00:49 Facing Thoughts and Emotions in Silence

01:26 The Power of Solitude and Transformation

01:44 God's Word in Silence

02:04 Questions to Ponder

02:22 Invitation into Silence

02:26 Conclusion: Prioritizing Silence and Solitude

About Josh Kalsbeek, LMFT

• As a Psychoherapist I help people overcome their greatest struggles.

•Founder and CEO of Great Oaks Collective, and it's flagship program Overcome, a 10-Week virtual Intensive Outpatient Program for Christian couples experiencing sexual betrayal and addiction. www.greatoakscollective.com. 

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Links

Recovery​ is exhausting, yet a necessary suffering.

Becoming mature

Saying ​yes to difficulty​

Henri Nouwen, ​The Way of the Heart​

The classic AA book of meditations: ​Twenty Four Hours a Day​

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