Common Sense Counseling: Recent Episodes
Marianne Morrison
Common sense tips, strategies, and solutions for living a life that you can be proud of and that positively impacts the people around you.
"Follow your truth" is a popular cultural saying...but is it a good philosophy to live your life by? In today's episode, Marianne will unpack the different cultural definitions of truth, and explore ways that living by this statement might not always be beneficial or helpful.
Biblical Grace - https://www.gotquestions.org/definition-of-grace.html (https://www.gotquestions.org/definition-of-grace.html ) Sovereign Grace - https://www.gotquestions.org/sovereign-grace.html (https://www.gotquestions.org/sovereign-grace.html) Common Grace - https://www.gotquestions.org/common-grace.html (https://www.gotquestions.org/common-grace.html) Practicing Grace - https://themom-forum.com/bloglist/ways-to-practice-grace/#:~:text=Practicing%20grace%20is%20making%20daily,reality%20with%20acceptance%20and%20kindness. (https://themom-forum.com/bloglist/ways-to-practice-grace/#:~:text=Practicing%20grace%20is%20making%20daily,reality%20with%20acceptance%20and%20kindness.)
In this episode, Marianne explores the tension state between the "real" and the "ideal" and awareness that belief and action are inconsistent, or incongruent. Some amount of tension is healthy and normal, but an abnormal amount of focus on this gap can cause big problems. So…how do we handle it?
Show Notes & Resources Used:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-wise-brain/201309/drop-the-shoulds
https://talkingforwellness.com/blog/5-steps-to-eliminate-the-shoulds/
https://www.simplypsychology.org/maslow.html
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Show Notes: In this episode, Marianne will explore what the word love means, what it looks like to actually love another person, and what we can do to become more loving to those around us. https://www.cslewis.com/four-types-of-love/ https://theartoflivingconsciously.com/what-love-is-and-isnt/#:~:text=Love%20is%20not%20about%20having,not%20%E2%80%9CI%20love%20you.%E2%80%9D
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What is Identity? When searching for it, do we lean on worldly optimism, or living hope? In this episode, Mariane discusses the complex issue of identity, and discusses ways that people wrestle with the question "Who am I?
Show Notes:
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/identity
https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Not-Your-Own/dp/0830847820/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28DR8U998MFCS&keywords=you+are+not+your+own&qid=1648230199&s=books&sprefix=you+are+not+your%2Cstripbooks%2C227&sr=1-1
http://www.heidelberg-catechism.com/en/
https://bpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/d-scatechism.pdf
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This episode explores the concept of Deconstruction vs. Reconstruction, and explores whether or not either of those concepts is beneficial to us spiritually and mentally.
Show Notes:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/4-causes-deconstruction/
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/rhett-link-deconversion/
https://www.patheos.com/blogs/chorusinthechaos/exvangelical-deconstruction-stories/
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We all have a way that we view the world. In order to learn and grow, we have to be willing to have open and honest dialogue with others who may think or believe differently than us. In part 2 of this episode, Marianne continues a conversation that she recently had with another podcaster, Justin Joseph. Justin and Marianne were able to have a meaningful conversation about beliefs and worldview, and why those things matter.
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We all have a way that we view the world. In order to learn and grow, we have to be willing to have open and honest dialogue with others who may think or believe differently than us. In this episode, Marianne shares a conversation that she recently had with another podcaster, Justin Joseph. Justin and Marianne were able to have a meaningful conversation about beliefs and worldview, and why those things matter.
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In this episode, Marianne talks about "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from Disney's Encanto, and highlights the relational issues that were addressed in the movie, and discusses what can be learned from them from a faith-based, therapeutic perspective.
Show Notes
https://accountable2you.com/
https://www.covenanteyes.com/
https://www.polygon.com/22851932/encanto-disney-latine-colombia-in-movies
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In this episode, Marianne explores the question "Are we supposed to be nice?", and whether or not being nice is healthy or beneficial. Show Notes: https://www.amazon.com/Nice-Love-Liked-Calls-More-ebook/dp/B07NDM2BHV https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/spiritual-life/reasons-christianity-is-more-than-just-being-nice.html https://www.ocregister.com/2015/03/19/being-christian-doesnt-always-mean-being-nice-but-being-kind-is-another-story/
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In this episode, Marianne shares her story of change, and expands on how thoughts can have a significant and substantial effect on actions, behaviors and outcomes.
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This episode will talk about the effects of Moral Therapeutic Deism on our culture, and important ways we should allow our theology to help shape and understand our psychology.
Links and Show Notes:
https://albertmohler.com/2005/04/11/moralistic-therapeutic-deism-the-new-american-religion-2
https://youthandreligion.nd.edu/
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Counseling and therapy is not a one size fits all prescription for success. It is important that both the Counselor and the Client have the right expectations and tools for success. This episode will discuss qualities of a successful Client, a successful Counselor, and ways to find the just right fit when it comes to counseling and therapy.
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Fear, Anxiety and Depression is at an all-time high, and is something we all struggle with. You are not alone, and there IS hope! In this episode, Marianne will offer some specific tips and strategies on fighting fear and moving towards freedom.
Resources & Show Notes: Fighting Fear & Finding Freedom E-Book: https://bit.ly/3jTgI2Z
16 Personalities Assessment: https://www.16personalities.com/
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Worldview is an often overlooked, critical component to our mental health. In this episode, Marianne will help define and clarify worldview and values, and discuss why they are important to managing your mental health and wellness.
Episode Notes
https://www.veritasacademy.com/headmasters-blog/your-worldview-why-it-matters-3-questions-to-determine-worldview
https://www.impact360institute.org/worldviewquiz/
https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTED_85.htm
www.gallup.com
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In this episode, we will discuss the character traits of Authenticity, Awareness, and Intentionality, and ways that growing in these areas will help you become a happier, more successful person.
Show Notes:
https://www.marketing91.com/types-of-awareness/
https://soulsalt.com/how-to-be-your-authentic-self/
https://thriveglobal.com/stories/the-importance-of-being-intentional/
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Join me for part 2 of Rejecting Stinkin' Thinkin', which examines the lies we believe, the ways we fight them, and the reasons we have for hope.
Show Notes: https://www.lightuniversity.com/product/caring-for-people-gods-way-biblical-counseling-101/
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Our thoughts are the foundation for our actions, behaviors and outcomes. In Part 1 of this episode, We will explore the importance of truth, and how truth relates to our emotional health. Show Notes & Resources https://www.lightuniversity.com/product/caring-for-people-gods-way-biblical-counseling-101/
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In the second part of this podcast series, I will outline some simple steps you can begin to take to begin the process of healing from emotional wounds. I will also outline the types of helpers available and clarify the differences in helping professions in order to help you make the best choices about type of help that is available.
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Whoever said "sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me" is a big fat liar. Words hurt, and the emotional pain inflicted from hurtful words said to us in anger are often more difficult to overcome than physical injuries. In this episode, we will discuss and define trauma, and talk about the ways that words can hurt us, and explore ways that we can begin to heal.
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As humans, we cannot navigate throughout life without emotions because emotions are indicators of ourselves and what is happening within our environment. They are useful tools in giving or receiving information, helping us correct behavior or take action if needed, and are an essential part of being human, despite the difficulty they can give at times. Today's podcast is meant to offer short, reasonable strategies that can help redirect those momentary negative emotions that we all experience and cultivate healthier ways of communicating and connecting with others.
Show Notes & Resources
Unglued - Lysa Terkheurst - https://bit.ly/3aYiAUt Feelings & Faith - Brian Borgman - https://bit.ly/3xAawTA Faithful Feelings - Matthew Elliott - https://amzn.to/3xK5XWP https://mhanational.org/issues/state-mental-health-america https://karlamclaren.com/about-karla/ https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-control-your-emotions
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