EPISODE · Feb 5, 2023 · 42 MIN
Episode 24: Optimism
from The Christian Psychologist: Mental Health for 21st Century Christ Followers · host Joshua Knabb
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In this 24th episode, Dr. Knabb explores the topic of optimism, contrasting it with pessimism. Specifically, he offers an introduction to optimism in secular clinical psychology, then shifts toward a biblical understanding of a hope-focused life, placing the conversation within the context of Christian mental and spiritual health. To conclude, he provides a short meditative practice to help 21st century Christ followers pivot from pessimism to optimism in a fallen, broken world.
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