Better Days
147 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 121 ratingsThe subjects of Mental Health + Suffering have left us all with many questions. Join Wesley Towne as he discusses all things Mental Health + Suffering, and the hope we have for Better Days Ahead.
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How to Support Suffering Leaders
November 26, 2019 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBHow can we support leaders when they are suffering? In this episode, I talk about false expectations around leaders who suffer, paint a picture of the pressures they face while suffering, and give twelve ways that you can support a leader who is suffering.
John Mark Comer: Hurry, Stress + Leading
November 19, 2019 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhen we look at successful leaders, we often view their life through the lens of idealism. We think that they have everything figured out, which is never the case. In this episode, John Mark Comer joins me to talk about leading a mega-church, facing mental health challenges and burnout, and how he reoriented his life around healthy rhythms that he saw in the life of Jesus. This all laid the groundwork for his new book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. You can find more info about John M...
John Mark Comer: Hurry, Stress + Leading
November 19, 2019 20:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhen we look at successful leaders, we often view their life through the lens of idealism. We think that they have everything figured out, which is never the case. In this episode, John Mark Comer joins me to talk about leading a mega-church, facing mental health challenges and burnout, and how he reoriented his life around healthy rhythms that he saw in the life of Jesus. This all laid the groundwork for his new book, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. You can find more info about John M...
Shame, Suffering + Leading
November 13, 2019 00:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBLeadership is hard. It comes with unique complexities. Sometimes we forget that we are human as we experience the weight of stress, anxiety, depression, and suffering. In this episode, I discuss the common struggles leaders face around Mental Health + Suffering, and the shame we feel in light of these struggles. I offer a pathway forward and deconstruct the lies of shame.
Trailer 03
November 05, 2019 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.8 MBWelcome to Better Days, Season 3. Better Days is a podcast about Mental Health + Suffering, and the hope we have for Better Days ahead. In Season 3, we will be hearing stories from leaders who have faced suffering or mental health challenges, and glean from the lessons they learned along the way. Throughout season 3, I will also be sharing my story as a leader suffering and the lessoned I have learned.
Complexity of Suffering as a Leader
September 04, 2019 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MBBeing a leader or public figure and suffering has always been challenging territory. In this episode, I discuss the unique challenges leaders face when living through personal suffering or experiencing mental health conditions. I offer some encouraging thoughts that I have learned along the way. This is the final episode of Season Two, and a preview into Season Three.
Complexity of Suffering as a Leader
September 04, 2019 00:00 - 13 minutes - 9.32 MBBeing a leader or public figure and suffering has always been challenging territory. In this episode, I discuss the unique challenges leaders face when living through personal suffering or experiencing mental health conditions. I offer some encouraging thoughts that I have learned along the way. This is the final episode of Season Two, and a preview into Season Three.
What Is Hope?
August 27, 2019 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.77 MBHope is an appealing word to those who are suffering. How we frame the idea of hope is crucial. In this episode, I talk about popular ideas of hope that are unhelpful, and then I explain Honest Hope--what I believe to be the true concept of hope.
The Anxious Mind
August 20, 2019 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBPatterns of thinking are formed intentionally and unintentionally. When it comes to living with an anxious mind, it is important to begin to evaluate patterns of thinking and what has formed those patterns over time. In this episode, I talk about the anxious mind, the role of prayer, and how to intentionally form new patterns of thinking.
Deconstructing Stigmas
August 14, 2019 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBThere are so many false ideas about mental health + suffering. In this episode, I deconstruct a number of stigmas about mental health and suffering through the ancient story of Job.
Interview with Kelli Murray
August 06, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBSometimes we view people who are successful as immune from suffering and pain. In this episode, I interview Kelli Murray. Kelli is the owner and designer of Rylee + Cru and Quincy Mae, two successful children's clothing brands. In the midst of her success, she has faced personal pain and suffering.
Interview with Kelli Murray
August 06, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBSometimes we view people who are successful as immune from suffering and pain. In this episode, I interview Kelli Murray. Kelli is the owner and designer of Rylee + Cru and Quincy Mae, two successful children's clothing brands. In the midst of her success, she has faced personal pain and suffering.
Interview with Dominic Done
July 30, 2019 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBHow should we think about our doubts? Some people demonize doubts, and others idolize doubts. But there must be a better way forward. In this episode, I interview Dominic Done about his book When Faith Fails as he offers a better way forward for our doubts.
Communicating with Those Suffering
July 23, 2019 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.53 MBHow do we talk to people who are suffering? In this episode, I offer six thoughts about healthy communication with people who are suffering.
Communicating with Those Suffering
July 23, 2019 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.53 MBHow do we talk to people who are suffering? In this episode, I offer six thoughts about healthy communication with people who are suffering.
Better Days Q&A
July 16, 2019 20:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I respond to questions from Better Days listeners about Mental Health + Suffering. I answer questions about meditation, exercise, responding to someone close to you who believes stigmas, having faith in the midst of mental health and suffering, what to do if God does not heal you, and looking below the surface instead of focusing on symptoms.
Life Is Imperfect
July 09, 2019 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBIn this episode, I talk about the lie of perfectionism, how life as humans is not perfect, how being flawed is normal, and give a few thoughts deconstructing the mindset of perfectionism.
Life Is Imperfect
July 09, 2019 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBIn this episode, I talk about the lie of perfectionism, how life as humans is not perfect, how being flawed is normal, and give a few thoughts deconstructing the mindset of perfectionism.
Thoughts about Anxiety
July 02, 2019 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode, I share five thoughts about anxiety. I talk about false stigmas around anxiety, false views and teachings about anxiety, and tools and help for anxiety.
Thoughts about Depression
June 25, 2019 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this episode, I share eight thoughts about depression. I talk about the challenge and confusing nature of depression, dismantle some false viewpoints in Christianity about depression, and end with some hopeful words for those of you who are facing depression.
Better Days Q&A
June 18, 2019 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBIn this episode, I respond to questions from Better Days listeners about Mental Health + Suffering. I answer questions about how to respond to guilt and irrational feelings, challenging family relationships and boundaries, anger, and is it ok for Christians to take anti-anxiety medications.
Anatomy of Emotions, P 02
June 11, 2019 17:00 - 14 minutes - 6.7 MBIn this episode, I talk about the anatomy of emotions. I discuss where emotions come from, the original design of emotions, and offer a construct for emotional health.
Anatomy of Emotions, P 01
June 04, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 7.43 MBIn this episode, I talk about the anatomy of emotions. I discuss emotions and our culture, how families suppress emotions, the nature of emotions, and emotional intelligence.
Anatomy of Emotions, P 01
June 04, 2019 18:00 - 16 minutes - 7.43 MBIn this episode, I talk about the anatomy of emotions. I discuss emotions and our culture, how families suppress emotions, the nature of emotions, and emotional intelligence.
Interview with Hannah & Rousseaux
May 28, 2019 16:00 - 26 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, I interview Hannah and Rousseaux about Hannah’s long journey of suffering. We talk about the hardships of long term suffering, various challenges she has faced, and what has been helpful. Her husband, Rousseaux, shares a raw story about failing to understand her and what he has learned about loving her in her pain.
Interview with Hannah & Rousseaux
May 28, 2019 16:00 - 26 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode, I interview Hannah and Rousseaux about Hannah’s long journey of suffering. We talk about the hardships of long term suffering, various challenges she has faced, and what has been helpful. Her husband, Rousseaux, shares a raw story about failing to understand her and what he has learned about loving her in her pain.
Better Days Q&A
May 21, 2019 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBIn this episode, I respond to questions from Better Days listeners about Mental Health + Suffering. I answer questions about long term suffering, forgiving people who treat you wrong in suffering, stress in college, and more.
Proactive with Mental Health
May 14, 2019 18:00 - 12 minutes - 5.72 MBIn this episode, I talk about what mental health is and how we can be proactive with our mental health. I offer practical suggestions for being proactive with your mental health.
Proactive with Mental Health
May 14, 2019 18:00 - 12 minutes - 5.72 MBIn this episode, I talk about what mental health is and how we can be proactive with our mental health. I offer practical suggestions for being proactive with your mental health.
My Story
May 07, 2019 22:00 - 11 minutes - 5.11 MBWhat is the story behind Better Days Podcast? In this episode, I share my story and why I am passionate about being a voice for people experiencing Mental Health + Suffering.
Trailer
April 30, 2019 19:00 - 1 minute - 859 KBWelcome to Better Days, Season 2. This is a podcast about Mental Health + Suffering, and the hope we have for Better Days ahead.
Trailer 02
April 30, 2019 19:00 - 1 minute - 847 KBWelcome to Better Days, Season 2. This is a podcast about Mental Health + Suffering, and the hope we have for Better Days ahead.
Stress & The Bible
January 30, 2019 23:43 - 17 minutes - 8.01 MBStress plays a major role in our mental health and our health in general. In this episode, I talk about what stress is and how we can manage stress.
Stress & The Bible
January 30, 2019 23:43 - 17 minutes - 8.01 MBStress plays a major role in our mental health and our health in general. In this episode, I talk about what stress is and how we can manage stress.
Depression & The Bible
January 23, 2019 21:09 - 17 minutes - 8.04 MBWhat is depression? What does the Bible say about depression? In this episode, I talk about depression and what the Bible says about it.
Anxiety & The Bible
January 16, 2019 21:52 - 16 minutes - 7.55 MBWhat is anxiety? What does the Bible say about anxiety? In this episode, I explain what anxiety is, and what the Bible says about it.
Anxiety & The Bible
January 16, 2019 21:52 - 16 minutes - 7.55 MBWhat is anxiety? What does the Bible say about anxiety? In this episode, I explain what anxiety is, and what the Bible says about it.
Mental Health 101
December 13, 2018 00:24 - 7 minutes - 3.37 MBIn this episode, we talk about mental health statistics and factors, and how talking to God and a trusted person can be of great help when struggling with mental health.
False Views About Suffering
December 05, 2018 20:51 - 13 minutes - 6.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about 9 false views of suffering that float through Christianity.
False Views About Suffering
December 05, 2018 20:51 - 13 minutes - 6.3 MBIn this episode, I talk about 9 false views of suffering that float through Christianity.
How To Treat People In Suffering
November 28, 2018 21:49 - 19 minutes - 9.2 MBHow do we treat people in pain and suffering? In this episode, we talk about what to do, and what not to do to people who are suffering.
You May Feel Misunderstood
November 21, 2018 20:28 - 9 minutes - 4.43 MBYou may feel misunderstood in your suffering. In this episode, we talk about feeling misunderstood, the story of Job, and five ways to understand people going through pain and suffering.
Where Is God In My Suffering?
November 14, 2018 20:50 - 12 minutes - 5.73 MBWhere is God when we are going through pain and suffering? In this episode, we talk about God’s presence, help, and view of our brokenness and suffering.
Suffering Is A Part Of Our Story
November 07, 2018 22:13 - 18 minutes - 8.41 MBSuffering is a part of our story, not an interruption to our story. In this episode, we talk about finding meaning in suffering and how our culture has shaped our views of suffering.
It Is Okay Not To Be Okay
October 31, 2018 19:18 - 15 minutes - 7.09 MBIn this episode, we talk about the reality that suffering is a normal experience for all people in human history. We live in a broken world and all experience that brokenness.
Trailer
October 25, 2018 06:10 - 3 minutes - 1.52 MBWelcome to Conversations around Christianity + Culture, hosted by Wesley Towne. In Season One, we will be talking about Suffering + Mental Health. Life is hard. We all experience various forms of suffering. Join us each week to find encouragement and hope.
Trailer 01
October 25, 2018 06:10 - 3 minutes - 1.51 MBWelcome to Conversations around Christianity + Culture, hosted by Wesley Towne. In Season One, we will be talking about Suffering + Mental Health. Life is hard. We all experience various forms of suffering. Join us each week to find encouragement and hope.