Podcast Episodes
Back to Search155: A Fresh Take on Boundaries—Prioritize What Matters, Avoid Burnout, and Navigate Toxicity
Episode 155
Why do I feel guilty for protecting my time or energy?
Is this a boundary—or am I just avoiding someone?
Boundaries stir up a lot of emotions. But wh…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 154: The Cost of Denying Your Own Needs—When Emotional Exhaustion Tells a Deeper Story
Episode 154
If you’ve ever felt emotionally exhausted—even while doing all the “right” things—this episode is for you.
I’m sharing a personal story and unpacking …
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 153: Embodied Healing, Spiritual Trauma, and the Journey Home to Your Body with Dr. Hillary McBride
Episode 153
This week, I’m joined by someone whose work has profoundly shaped my own healing journey—Dr. Hillary McBride. A psychologist, researcher, author, and…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 152: The Anxiety Beneath Perfectionism—Why Trying Harder Won't Set You Free
Episode 152
Do you feel constantly driven to get everything right—to be the perfect partner, parent, worker, or friend? On this week's solo episode, Dr. Alison e…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 151: The Hidden Reason You Feel Overwhelmed—Understanding the Mental Load with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
Episode 151
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the invisible yet relentless responsibilities that occupy your mind every single day? You’re not alone. In today’s in…
1 year, 1 month ago
Episode 150: The Great Sex Rescue—Debunking Harmful Messages About Intimacy in Christian Marriage with Sheila Wray Gregoire
Episode 150
In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Alison talks with Sheila Wray Gregoire, groundbreaking author of The Great Sex Rescue. They confront harmful m…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 149: Narcissism in the Bible—5 Toxic Behaviors to Avoid & How to Protect Your Soul
Episode 149
In this week’s episode, Dr. Alison explores the pervasive issue of narcissism—a term that's become increasingly relevant in today's culture. From tox…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 148: The Truth About Marriage—Dan Allender on Healing, Intimacy & Hard Fights
Episode 148
In this episode, Dr. Dan Allender, a pioneer in Christian counseling and founder of The Allender Center, joins Dr. Alison to explore the raw, real wo…
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 147: The Hidden Trauma of Being the Chosen Child & a Path Toward Healing—Making Sense of Your Family Story with Therapist Adam Young
Episode 147
In this powerful episode, Dr. Alison welcomes Adam Young, a psychotherapist and author of the new book, “Make Sense of Your Story”, to dive into the …
1 year, 2 months ago
Episode 146 BONUS: Why Fun Matters, the Difference Between Escape & Relief, and a Journey Through Loss with Annie F. Downs
Episode 146
In this special bonus episode of The Best of You podcast, Dr. Alison welcomes Annie F. Downs, New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Th…
1 year, 2 months ago