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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2022 · 56 MIN

Episode 6: Avoidance

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

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In Episode 6, Dr. Knabb discusses the human tendency to avoid, referred to in the secular clinical psychology literature more formally as experiential avoidance. In particular, he explores the definition of experiential avoidance, as well as its costs, research support, and interventions. Then, Dr. Knabb offers a biblical view of the topic, drawing upon the Psalms as a way to help Christians lament to God in the midst of emotional pain. To conclude, he guides listeners through the practice of lamenting to God in an effort to accept inner pain, present it to God, and thank God for his many blessings on this side of heaven.

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