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EPISODE · Jan 28, 2024 · 26 MIN

Episode 55: Attention

from The Christian Psychologist: Mental Health for 21st Century Christ Followers · host Joshua Knabb

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In this 55th episode, Dr. Knabb explores the important topic of attention in general, as well as attentional control more narrowly. Specifically, he discusses the role that attentional control plays in mental health within the secular psychology literature, then illuminates a Christian perspective on the topic. To conclude, he offers a short contemplative practice to move toward greater attentional control in the Christian life.

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