Belief & Expectations

In this episode of the Searching Inward Podcast, George Stull, Scott Reall, Anna Bryant and Seth Abram talk about beliefs and expectations and their impact on our brains. Using the placebo effect as our example, we discuss how beliefs and expectations create hope. We may not always have a choice in our circumstances, but we always have a choice with our response to these circumstances, which is crucial to maintain a hopeful mindset. We share how broadening our understanding of choice is helpful in moving us forward. “We may not have a choice in what our circumstances are, but we undoubtedly always have a choice in how we choose to respond to the circumstances we find ourselves in.” -Anna [01:28] “The quantity of the time I have is not what I have any control over really, but the quality of the time, I do have the ability to respond to.” -Scott [13:10] “I'll be clear, sometimes it’s really important to have a no, right? There are areas that we close ourselves off to in allowing ourselves to grow in. Those are the areas in which you want to challenge and disconfirm that previous no, because there is potential. There’s other potential.” -Seth [17:50] “So in a sense, we’re being invited to say yes to the waiting with the expectation and belief that something’s good is coming up.” -George [24:02] TIMESTAMPS [00:05] Intro [01:14] We always have a choice [05:37] Hope and choice are connected [09:52] Provisional existence [14:40] Is there a no in your heart? [22:04] Heading to Advent season [24:41] Can I wait and believe? [27:54] Final words from the hosts Follow and Contact Facebook: Restore Small Groups Instagram: @restoresmallgroups YouTube: Searching Inward Podcast Website: restoresmallgroups.org