The 5 Soul Senses Explained | Mad, Sad, Bad, Glad & Scared

What are emotions actually trying to tell us?In this episode of the Soul Sense Podcast, Mark explores the idea of the 5 Soul Senses — mad, sad, bad, glad, and scared — and how our emotions are designed to inform us, not control us.You’ll learn:• Why emotions are gifts from God• The “high road” and “low road” of each emotion• How bitterness, shame, fear, and self-pity can become spiritual strongholds• Why many people say they’re “fine” when they aren’t• Practical ways to better understand your emotions and connect relationallyWhether you struggle naming emotions, navigating grief, anger, guilt, fear, or joy, this episode offers a simple biblical framework for emotional and spiritual health.00:00 — Introduction to Soul Sense01:30 — Why “Fine” Often Isn’t Fine02:35 — The 5 Soul Senses Explained03:12 — Mad: Anger and Perceived Injustice05:00 — The Danger of Bitterness05:10 — The High Road vs Low Road of Anger06:10 — Sad: Grief, Loss, and Self-Pity07:35 — Bad: Guilt, Shame, and Condemnation09:10 — Conviction, Grace, and Repentance10:45 — Glad: Joy, Gratitude, and Blessing12:30 — Fleeting Pleasure vs Lasting Joy14:10 — Scared: Fear and Perceived Danger14:30 — The “Spirit of Fear” Explained16:20 — Derek Prince and the Spirit of Heaviness20:40 — The Purpose of Emotions22:20 — Brené Brown’s Core Emotions23:40 — Practical Exercise for Couples (“Talk Time”)27:05 — Final Encouragement and Closing ThoughtsSubscribe for more conversations on emotional healing, relationships, faith, and spiritual growth.#SoulSense #ChristianCounseling #EmotionalHealth #MentalHealth #BiblicalWisdom👍🔔 If this conversation touched your heart, please like, subscribe, and share. We'd love to hear what part of this episode hit home for you — comment below or send us a message! Your support helps us bring more meaningful conversations to light. We also value your feedback — please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.For more information on counseling and resources visit samaritanswell.com or email us at [email protected]. ✅ Stay connected:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samaritanswell/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/samaritanswelldallaSLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samaritan%E2%80%99s-well/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@samaritanswellcounseling?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc🎁 Free Relationship "Talk Time" Guide: https://samaritanswell.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/talk-time-guideMusic from Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/featherlight | License code: GAUXTZHWAYJROEFLhttps://uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/all-i-need | License code: LQFV9XYEQIWRJLNT