EPISODE · Apr 12, 2022 · 53 MIN
How to be encouraging 🥰 without causing toxic ☠️positivity with Dr. Patrice Berry
from Graced Health: Perimenopause and Menopause Wellness for Christian Women · host Dr. Patrice Berry
Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeOne of the things I struggle with as a Jesus follower is holding space for people who are hurting or going through a difficult time and also being a light or encouraging. As I’ve been paying attention to the mental health professionals, I’ve been learning about the concept of Toxic Positivity. And to be honest, I’ve been guilty of this…probably even more than I realize.When I wanted to explore this conversation, I knew just the right person to reach out to. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Patrice Berry joined the show in season 12 when we focused on transitioning out of quarantine, and has discussed Toxic Positivity on her own podcast, Legacy Moments.We spend time today defining toxic positivity, where the church is failing people in their mental health, and how to find encouragement in scripture and at the same time hold space for the difficulties or pain others or ourselves may be in.We discussThe psychological benefits of being positiveHow to let someone know you are thinking of them and honoring the difficult space they are inCreating emotional boundaries with people we deeply care aboutWhere the church is failing people in their mental healthHow to find encouragement in scripture and at the same time hold space for the difficulties others or ourselves are havingWhat toxic positivity isAlternative responses to toxic positivity Alternative words to “I’m sorry for your loss”Links Discussed:S12E16: Find clarity in the midst of crisis, depression and anxiety Legacy Moments PodcastPurchase Turning Crisis Into Clarity hereConnect with Dr. Patrice:www.mindurlegacy.comTikTok: @drpatriceberryInstagram: @drpatriceberryFacebook: @drpatriceberryTwitter: @drpatriceberryYouTubeConnect with Amy: GracedHealth.comJoin the Graced Health community on Facebook! Instagram: @GracedHealth Facebook: @Graced Health [email protected] here to leave a review…it’s simple!PurchaseYour Worthy Body: Find Freedom in Health by Breaking All the RulesMy latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell
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Click to Text Thoughts on Today's Episode One of the things I struggle with as a Jesus follower is holding space for people who are hurting or going through a difficult time and also being a light or encouraging. As I’ve been paying attention to the mental health professionals, I’ve been learning about the concept of Toxic Positivity. And to be honest, I’ve been guilty of this…probably even more than I realize. When I wanted to explore this conversation, I knew just the right person to reach ...
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