Journey On My Mind

Churches aren't immune to conflict. It's crazy, we know! (Not that we've ever experienced that.) So, what makes a church prone or immune to conflict? How can it be navigated safely? And, how are psychological personality types and their conflict styles reflected in churches? Pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart join therapists Lauren King and Dave Verhaagen for the discussion.- - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Therapist Dave Verhaagen and pastor Kevin Dixon wrap up our series on resilience with a look at churches. What makes a church able to navigate difficult times (or not)?- - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Therapist Dave Verhaagen and pastor Kevin Dixon are still patting themselves on the back for the brilliance of our last episode on resilience. Ah, but how does one actually become more resilient? That's the subject of this week's Short Journey, as we meet again at the intersection of psyche and spirit to share tips for building resilience. - - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

What makes some people better than others at navigating tough times and bouncing back? Is resilience an innate personality trait, or can it be learned? Pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart join therapists Dave Verhaagen and Lauren King to discuss the psychological and spiritual aspects of resilient people.- - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

In our polarized and isolated world, it can be rough talking to people with whom you don't agree. How can we do a better job with these conversations (or should we avoid them altogether for the sake of relationship)? Pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart join therapist Dave Verhaagen to explore strategies for difficult conversations.- - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Part 3 of our uncertainty series focuses on hope: What do faith and hope look like during uncertain times? And, how is hope different from wishing for an outcome? Pastor Kevin Dixon and therapist Dave Verhaagen explore this week's topic at the intersection of spirit and psyche. - - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Following up on their discussion about living with uncertainty, therapist Dave Verhaagen and pastor Kevin Dixon share psychological and faith-based strategies for dealing with uncertainty. Their suggestions include centering prayer, worry journals and even just the power of silence. - - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Uncertainty is a certainty in any life. But how do we keep that lack of knowledge about the future from turning into uncontrolled anxiety? Therapists Dave Verhaagen and Lauren King join pastors Kevin Dixon and Sam Barnhart to explore healthy ways to live through uncertainty in life and in faith. - - -Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.

Rob Gonzalez, a youth pastor at Journey Church, shares his insightful take on the pressing issue of burnout. He discusses how to identify signs of burnout and the distinct experiences of stress and anxiety. The conversation highlights the unique challenges faced by church leaders, especially during the pandemic, and the feelings of inadequacy that often accompany these roles. Rob offers strategies for coping, emphasizes the importance of community support, and inspires listeners to find joy in everyday life, even amidst overwhelming pressures.

Journey On My Mind panelist Sam Barnhart talks about his physical, mental and emotional battle with the back injury called spondylolisthesis. That's the same condition suffered by Luigi Mangione, the alleged killer of United Healthcare's CEO. On this episode, therapists Dave Verhaagen and Lauren King, join Sam and pastor Kevin Dixon to explore the relationship between physical pain, healthcare stress, emotional crisis, mental health and faith. - - - Do you have a comment or question about mental health and spiritual issues? Join the discussion: Text us at (615) 861-9503. If you would like to talk with someone, you can email Journey's care pastor, Sam Barnhart, sam@journeytn.com.