Some last words 😉. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

A simple collection of 15 bits of wisdom gathered from all the 2023 episodes. Enjoy pondering these and allowing them to form you along your journey! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

A question you can ask yourself when your mind is overwhelmed with negative thoughts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

Weary? Tired? Burdened? Enjoy this little meditation based on part of Psalm 62:1. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

2 Simple Ways to Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

If you often fall victim to internal name-calling and contempt filled accusations… try this! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

Although this is a simple little reminder, it’s packed full of power and will eliminate much anxiety and angst we can experience in any given moment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

Have you ever expressed something like anger or shame, thought you released at all, and only days, weeks or months later headed resurface with the same or even greater emotional intensity? It could be that you expressed it, but never released it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

100mph windstorm, 7 days without power, surprise 3 day stay at the hospital. It’s been a unique week for sure! Just wanted to share another creative way to engage in a healthy response when emotionally overwhelmed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

If you’ve found yourself inexplicably weary lately it could be the by-product of an unassuming source. Let’s dive into what that source is and how to respond well to this possible source of weariness that can sneak up on us from time to time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

Research has shown that this simple act can lower levels of anxiety and increase greater psychological well-being. And it can work in as fast as 10 seconds! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/support

It's easy to get or feel offended, but when we see it as a specific emotional state that we actually have more control over than we realize, we will find ourselves alleviating much unnecessary anguish we inflict upon ourselves. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Enjoy this simple statement that has helped me to a greater degree to remain calm and peacefully present in the midst of emotional and mental overwhelm. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Have you ever considered that God loves the idea of you having a physical body?  And do you realize that this body you've been gifted is for you... not against you!  In this episode I share a simple practice to help you find just a little more internal freedom and relief. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Here's another take on embracing and being present to the present moment, the only moment you have, whether pleasant or unpleasant. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A common reason for stress can actually be habitual self-criticism.  If you can relate, this breathing-exercise may serve you well. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Ponder this statement.  It could give you a different perspective on life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Feeling low?  Dark cloud hovering?  A bit overwhelmed?  What is what you're experiencing is a felt sense of loss?  Let's bring this loss out of the shadow. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if you greet each moment with these 4 words?  Could be just the thing for a rich life in 2023! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Enjoy this simple cure for sadness. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Research confirms that this simple practice effectively increases happiness and reduces depression! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

3 Primary Components of Well-Being and Happiness! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if the life that Jesus lived on this planet reveals a cyclical pattern of life for us to be aware of? And if forgotten, will only increase our pain and suffering all the more?  Sidenote: In this episode I suggest the wrong supplemental episode.  Instead of 125 it should be Episode 122 ;-) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

You won't believe what a counselor friend of mine declared in the middle of a counseling session with one of his clients!  At first the client was offended, and then liberated.  Often times that is the case.  Get ready to experience a simple and powerful practice to benefit your emotional, mental and spiritual health and well-being! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if much of our emotional and mental pain and torment that we can experience in life is simply due to us not letting God love us just as we are?   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

God is always present, but if I'm honest, I can often feel like and even believe the lie that He's not.  Together, let's learn to acknowledge God's "hidden" presence.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Today I have for you a power packed one-word prayer to help us meet the moment as it is instead of resist it and incur emotional and mental anguish. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We are an easily forgetful people.  Depression, anxiety, being emotionally overwhelmed can cause us to become forgetful; forgetful of God's constant presence and action within us.  In this episode I share a simple practice I like to call The Ancient Art of Remembering! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a primary teaching Jesus has given us that is designed to keep us in the present moment, avoid wounding our souls, and keeping peace of mind.  On one hand it's simple.  On the other hand it's extremely challenging!  But with God... all things are possible! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Remember the previous episode about our emotional programs for happiness?  THIS episode features one practice to help free ourselves from the grip of these programs. It's simpler than you think, and will be more challenging than you realize ;-) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Where do you go to and what do you find yourself doing when you feel a lack of peace and happiness?  There is a deep drive in all of us to ensure we remain peaceful and happy.  And that deep drive is something we are often unaware of.  It's like a hidden program that kicks in to gear to direct us to what we want.  Today, let's become aware of these emotional programs for happiness.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Mornings can be rough at times.  Honestly, I can find myself often waking up to a swirl of thoughts, fears, faulty narratives, and the pressure to pull myself together and get with it.  If you can relate, enjoy this short morning mediation that can help center ourselves before we go about our day. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a guarantee that distress, anxiety and sorrow will be unavoidable if we ignore a key aspect of self-awareness.  Want to keep your soul from distress?  Then keep an eye, and ear, on this.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if some of the emotional and mental angst we can experience in life is due to the feeling that we should be somewhere else by now?  Let's address this Arrival Fallacy and learn to lighten up and relax! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Enjoy this meditation to help us adopt a better pace: the pace of nature; the pace of God. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if some of the frustration in taking every thought captive to obey Christ is in the method we use in taking that very thought captive?  The frustration comes from force.  There is a better way! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Let's admit it.  It's easy to hold a grudge.  It even feels good.  But the damage it does to our own souls can be devastating.  Let's discover what a grudge is in the first place and how we can better manage this habitual response. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Here's a simple and grounding question to ask ourselves when we are emotionally overwhelmed.  Calm is closer than you think! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Frustration, and many other negative emotional sensations, are built upon unmet expectations.  We are a people of expectation, but often times unaware of this reality. Let's learn how to properly respond to unmet expectations and hold on to hope! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

How often I can find myself out of sorts just because I want something.  We don't have to wrestle with want and these 3 questions just may help you and me untangle ourselves from the choke hold that want can put on us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

The very means of peace that the world offers is through a system designed to actually work against your soul's health.  Becoming aware of the Empty P's that we habitually gravitate towards will help us become aware of the true peace we have in Christ. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

The role of trust is foundational to our emotional, mental and spiritual health and well-bring.  May this simple call and response/meditation help us let go and trust Jesus more.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Often times it's the questions that help us understand more than the answers do.  If you're emotionally overwhelmed and looking for the right answers, maybe it's best to look for the right questions. Today, we look at 2 unique questions that can serve us well! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

It happens to the best of us: reacting out of a negative internal narrative that we create in our minds.  On today's episode, I share 5 questions that can help us engage and unravel that negative narrative, and invite a healthier view of reality.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

How are you with facing change?  In this episode, Craig leads us through a simple meditation and some questions for self-reflection to help us embrace the inevitablity of change, and respond well to the opportunity of growth that it provides. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Anxious?  Worrisome?  Stressed?  Just do this!  It's simple.  It's free.  And it works!   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In Jesus, what if an invitation we have extended to us as humans is to increase in awareness so that we may consciously respond well to life instead of unconsciously react?  In this episode Craig unpacks the meaning of this incredible invitation that we can easily forget to accept. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In this episode, Craig features another tool we can put into practice when letting go seems challenging. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Embrace this and you'll find strength, healing, understanding, comfort, encouragement and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Feel like you can no longer endure, believe or hope? Here's a simple way to call ourselves back when we feel adrift. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

At the core of our existence there is something that holds sway. And the denial of this reality only increases anxiety. Today, let's accept it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is one simple thing you can do that can have amazing benefits on your emotional, mental and spiritual health and well-being. Warning: it's simple, but can be challenging. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if a source of depression, anxiety and more is the result of a runaway imagination? Your imagination is yours to manage and this episode might just help you with that! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Perfectionism is self-abuse of the highest order. In this episode, Craig shares two fun words designed to remind us to relax and embrace the beauty of imperfection. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We can think that there are some desires, feelings and thoughts we dare not speak of for fear of isolation, shame and rejection. There is a better way to deal with the angst of unspoken desires. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if inflammation is playing a role in the depression you or a loved one may be experiencing? The good news is that there are healthy natural anti inflammatories at your disposal right now!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Dr. Carl Jung called it a "soul eating emotion". And it has long been accepted by many psychologists that shame can appear as depression. Let's be honest with our shame and learn a primary way to disempower it! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Worry? Beneficial? There actually are some short term benefits IF we are aware of HOW we worry. In this episode, Craig has some simple questions we can ask ourselves to lead us to an important benefit that worry can offer us. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We can meet the fatigue from being emotionally overwhelmed with 3 unique pathways. Find out what yours might be on today's episode of Illuminated Soul with Craig West! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

How do you respond when fatigue sets in from being emotionally overwhelmed? Most likely it's one of 3 reactions. Understand your reaction so you can respond with better action! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Stressed? Anxious? Mental chatter at an all time high? Sounds like you need to get grounded. Here's one, simple and effective way to do just that! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

The meaning you attach to something produces the emotion in your life and this feeds your perception. When your perception is distorted, here's a simple question to help broaden your imagination of what is happening to you. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Can you spare 6 seconds? If so, this simple little practice can help you break through the emotional spirit and lend much to your peace of mind and heart! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Part of the struggle with depression can be not knowing what it really is... what you're really dealing with. Years ago I was given a simple definition of depression that really helped me and provided a great question we can ask ourselves in our healing journey. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Many mixed emotions pop up when entering the New Year. From anticipation and excitement to fear and reluctance. In this episode Craig shares a different way to approach the New Year. All you need is a BOAT. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Enjoy this Christmas meditation that focuses on longing. We try to fulfill our longing for God through objects of attachment and that can create a lot of emotional pain. And in the midst of all of this, we have access to the ground of our deepest longing! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There's a gift you can receive this year that will allow you to freely experience and express all emotions, feelings and thoughts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In this episode Craig shares an honest confession about how he feels about Christmas, an intriguing question, and a self-reflection exercise to help us maintain peace of mind during the holiday season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What, if any, impact does Advent have on your emotional, mental and spiritual health and well-being? Might be more than you think! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is something you can take right now that will benefit your emotional and mental health. And it's free! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Gratitude is not just an attitude, but an emotion. Practicing these 3 components is an invitation to a new life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Discover the calming power of simply putting words to feelings! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

When distracted by intrusive thoughts and feeling emotionally overwhelmed, ask yourself this ONE question. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Tired of the way your brain operates at times? You can use your mind to rewire your brain to work for you and with your true self. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

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Of all the things Jesus gave His disciples to participate in while in the midst of confusion and pain, why was it this simple yet unbelievably powerful practice? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In this episode Craig introduces a simple, yet powerful way of prayer when anxiety seems to ruling the moment. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if a lot of the anxiety, depression, addiction, resentment, etc. could be in part to our fear of authenticity? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

When intrusive thoughts get the better of us, causing us to lose touch with reality, here's a simple way to get back in touch! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We are always listening to a voice. Always. Mindful listening precedes mindful living. May this short meditation with questions for self-reflection encourage you today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In the midst of the internal and external chaos we can experience in life, something beautiful is longing to be formed. But, it's dependent on you and me being open to this one, necessary thing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Play is more than a particular activity and the emotional and mental health benefits are simply wonderful! Let's take seriously the need for play! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Taking every thought captive sounds great! But how? It can seem more frustrating than freeing at times. Enjoy this unique perspective on taking a thought captive! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Be this one thing and peace of mind will be readily available! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a way to shake off a bad mood instead of having that bad mood shake you up! Today... let's learn what makes up a bad mood and the simple, yet powerful ways we can shake it off. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Triggers! They sneak up on us and often catch us unaware. I have a few helpful questions we can ask ourselves to help us navigate and respond well when that trigger is pulled. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Want to calm your mind, improve focus, decrease rumination? You'll be in awe over the benefits of awe! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Those destructive urges we all can experience can feel like they'll last forever! You'll be surprised how short their lifespan really is and what we can do to ride them out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We can be too quick to judge our feelings as bad or good. Let's look at how we do this and how we can put the gavel aside. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

You'll be surprised at this one thing you can do right now that will help reduce stress and anxiety. But, we can frown at the simplicity of it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Just let go. Easier said, than done! Maybe this writing exercise will help us practice the art of letting go. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if you could find God in ALL things? What impact would that have on your mental, emotional, and spiritual health and well-being? Here's a way to help us get there. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a secret to happiness and joy. Unfortunately, it's not some magical, instant path, but something way more practical. And the truth is...you already have the secret in your possession. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Emotionally overwhelmed and agitated? Here's a practical, yet powerful way to quiet your soul! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if, in the challenging moments we face in life, our attempt to "save our lives" only causes us to lose them even more? Here are 3 helpful questions we can ask ourselves to help us follow His way instead of our own. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A wandering mind is an unhappy mind. In this episode, Craig discusses the amazing benefits of MINDFULNESS! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Our human tendency is to live unconsciously. Here is a helpful exercise to increase our awareness by realizing that we are always developing a personal culture all our own! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Julian of Norwich came up with a simple and beautiful way to pray when the pain is too much and words fall short. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a cognitive distortion known as All or Nothing Thinking that can wreak havoc on our emotional and mental health and well-being. Let's choose to think differently and enjoy life a little more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

All emotional stress and suffering are self-imposed, but what are the reasons why? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Realizing what the ringmaster of your body is will have an unbelievable impact on your emotional and mental health and well being! So will listening to this podcast, so if you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A key contributing factor to my clincial depression, anxiety and mood disorder was misdefining emotion. When we properly define we refine our understanding. So, let's discover what emotion really is in the first place. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

It's not doubt that can feed depression and anxiety, but a misunderstanding of it. Let's gain an understanding by noticing how Jesus responded to His disciples doubt. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Imagine all that Mary felt at the empty tomb. Craig shares one of his favorite tools to use when emotionally overwhelmed and confused. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

It's been said that we don't see things as they are, we see things as we are. In this episode, enjoy an old West African Folktale and a simple writing exercise to help understand and correct misperceptions. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

When you remember this specific power that you have been given, you're journey towards emotional and mental health and well-being will flourish! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

If you ever have trouble finding a name to what you're feeling, ask yourself this question. It might just be grief disguised as something else. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Ever snap to in the middle of an emotional outburst, said stuff you shouldn't have said, did stuff you shouldn't have done and then thought, "What was I thinking?!" Here's another tool we can use on our journey of self-awareness and emotional well being. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Have you found yourself yearning for peace of mind lately? There is a fundamental lie that disturbs our peace and a beautiful truth to shut that lie down! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

According to Dr. Steven Stosny, emotions have 3 motivations. Knowing them can be a helpful tool for emotion regulation and well-being. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Dealing with depression and anxiety? You have an incredible healing agent at your disposal. It's the most transformative thing you can do for your brain and it's FREE! While you're at it, make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A way to reconnect to life when we feel emotionally overwhelmed and disconnected. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A short, sweet meditation for any of us who could benefit in learning how to trust the slow work of God. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Emotionally vulnerable moments can be quite painful. Avoiding them will only increase the pain. Let's try this instead. Oh, and if you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A chief source of unhappiness and the powerful remedy that you and I already have to overcome it! While you're listening to what it is, subscribe so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What is self hatred, really? What are some of the factors involved and how can we begin to break free from it? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

The naming of who you are will set the course of your life. Let's talk about you today. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

4 beautiful words to help us see each moment, no matter how challenging it may be, in a new and life giving way! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A special Christmas episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Bitterness takes such a toll on our emotional and even physical well-being! Here's a simple, but challenging biblical remedy. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

When our hearts make us feel guilty and remind us of our failures, here's one way to shut down that debilitating self-criticism! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

We become slaves to what we obey. Often times we are unaware of this. Let's become aware and avoid unnecessary emotional angst. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Thanksgiving and gratitude reduces a multitude of toxic emotions. Listen to Craig share 3 powerful ways to view these incredible virtues. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

An invitation of how to avoid the fundamental harm we inflict upon ourselves due to living an unexamined life. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Let's realize and admit our capacity for self-deception. It's a helpful step towards emotional health and well-being. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A short, centering prayer we can practice to calm our nerves. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What does it really mean to bear or hold a grudge? When you find out, you won’t want to hold one again! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Maybe some of the depression, anxiety and emotional battles we face in life can be the by-product of having questions about God, life and self that we believe we can never ask. In order to believe in a new way and become free, the questions must be asked. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In this episode I share one of my most embarrassing and humiliating experiences that reintroduced me to the healing power of confession. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A simple tool to help you remember who you are when emotions and circumstance attempt to define you. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Self-hatred. Low self-esteem. Feelin' like a loser. If we're honest, often times positive affirmations don't work as well as we wish they would. Why? And is there a better way? If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Overwhelmed? Freakin' out? Here are 3 simple, yet powerful words to help ground us in the present moment when we don't like the moment we find ourselves in. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

When we reason from how we feel, we can quickly make a mess of things and cause ourselves undue emotional turmoil. Let's learn a better way. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Instead of pretending it's not there, what if we admit it when we are afraid? And if we do, is that a contradiction to trusting God? Can we be afraid AND trust God? If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Forgiveness is a powerful weapon and a healing agent. But, let’s do it well and not discount our emotions! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Some of our anxiety, depression, feelings of failure and more might be the result of buying into this particular illusion. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A helpful tool to aid us in surrendering, letting go, and embracing the present moment with God. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Two thieves have much to teach us about how to approach suffering, mental anguish and pain. Let's learn how to surrender well. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

There is a secret weapon you can use in the fight against anxiety and worry, but...it's not in our nature to use this weapon. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Overwhelmed? Freakin' out? Before thinking your way out of what ever stressful moment you find yourself in, first ask yourself this profound question. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A beautiful and beneficial way of how to see people that will open our eyes to wonder and awe instead of judgment. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

What if some of the emotional turmoil we experience as sons and daughters of God is simply due to a misapplied or misguided hope? If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In this episode we look at some of the differences between expectation and hope. Understanding expectations properly can help us avoid lots of emotional roller coaster rides! If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Maybe you've seen the signs: Silence = Violence. But, there is also a silence that brings healing. An inward and outward healing. There is a silence that helps us see God and makes room for His presence and His words. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

So many opinions flying around, right? Opinions we will have, but when we mistake our opinions for THIS...it becomes an open doorway to frustration, irritation and more. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Why me? Why now? Unfortunately, these questions are unanswerable. Maybe there are better questions to ask in the midst of pain. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

In the midst of tumultuous times we often deal with tumultuous emotions. And whatever negative emotion we resist, only persists. Instead of being victims to what we feel, what if we become investigators? If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A lot going on in our country right now regarding racial injustice. Here's one sometimes forgotten, but constructive way to deal with tough emotions in the midst of tough times. And to pray when words fail. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

A simple question that began my healing journey out of clinical depression and chronic anxiety. How human are you allowed to be? If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message

Where is God and what is He up to in the midst of our moments of chaos, confusion and darkness? In this raw and authentic Podcast Craig West will give you tools, and encouragement you need to respond to the darkness life can bring. If you haven't already, subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/craig-westhoff/message