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Purity Culture and the Impact on Women

ReStory Podcast - May 16, 2023 07:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In this episode of ReStory Podcast, let's hear some insights from Sheila Wray Gregoire, an advocate for healthier evangelical teachings on sex and marriage. Gregoire discusses her journey from a mommy blogger to challenging evangelical teachings through her research with 7,000 evangelic...

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Purity Culture and the Impact on Men

ReStory Podcast - May 09, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
Learn more about ReStory at www.restory.life. Listen to our webinar on Remnants of Purity Culture at www.restory.life/webinars. Learn more about Zachary Wagner and his new book, Non-Toxic Masculinity at https://www.zacharycwagner.com/

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Storied Parenting: What Happens When Your Adult Children Confront You?

ReStory Podcast - December 22, 2021 06:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 4 of Storied Parenting, Chris and Beth give 3 "steps" to respond well when your adult children come to you with feelings and memories of your failure. Beth also shares an exciting adventure she is leading into the stories of women past. Learn more about Storied Parenting and th...

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Storied Parenting: How Does Your Sexuality Story Show Up?

ReStory Podcast - December 15, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 3 of Storied Parenting, Chris and Beth Bruno talk about the ways our own sexuality stories show up in parenting and ways to be prepared and intentional to do things differently. Learn more about Storied Parenting and the Bruno's approach: Fierce & Lovely Fierce & Lovely Mini-C...

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Storied Parenting: A Whole New Paradigm

ReStory Podcast - December 08, 2021 06:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 2 of Storied Parenting, Chris and Beth Bruno talk about their paradigm of parenting that shifts everything from how we handle correction with 4-year olds to how we encourage 14-year olds. Our children are stories to be discovered. Our role as parents is to awaken in them the sto...

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Storied Parenting: Where are you in your Story Journey?

ReStory Podcast - December 01, 2021 06:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 1 of Storied Parenting, Chris and Beth Bruno talk about the 5 stages of a story journey that moms and dads find themselves in. How do you know which stage you're in and how do you advance to the final, desired stage?   Learn more about Storied Parenting and the Bruno's approach:...

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What does it mean to "shine your face and be gracious?" The Psychology of the Aaronic Blessing Part 4

ReStory Podcast - November 16, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We all crave the delight of another's face because we were designed for it. In Numbers 6, this is God's face shining upon us. We all know the blessing from Numbers 6: "The Lord bless you and keep you..." But do you know the psychology embedded in the blessing? Listen in as Chris and Bet...

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What does Peace/Grounding Mean? The Psychology of the Aaronic Blessing Part 3

ReStory Podcast - November 09, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In psychology, we call it grounding. In Numbers 6, God offers this concept as "peace or shalom".  We all know the blessing from Numbers 6: "The Lord bless you and keep you..." But do you know the psychology embedded in the blessing? Listen in as Chris and Beth unpack the genius template...

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How are we meant to "keep" (aka bring containment to) one another? The Psychology of the Aaronic Blessing Part 2

ReStory Podcast - November 02, 2021 05:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In psychology, we call it containment. In Numbers 6, God offers this necessary emotional regulation using the word, "kept".  We all know the blessing from Numbers 6: "The Lord bless you and keep you..." But do you know the psychology embedded in the blessing? Listen in as Chris and Beth...

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Why is it important to "show our face?": The Psychology of the Aaronic Blessing Part 1

ReStory Podcast - October 27, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We all know the blessing from Numbers 6: "The Lord bless you and keep you..." But do you know the psychology embedded in the blessing? Listen in as Chris and Beth unpack the genius template for neurobiology encoded in these verses. Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory®...

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Do You Have a Comfort Deficit?

ReStory Podcast - October 06, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We were made to receive comfort, but most of us did not receive all that we needed. How do we know if this is us and what does that look like in our adult lives? How do we move forward in healthy ways if this is our story? Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory® HERE. ...

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You Remember More Than You Think

ReStory Podcast - September 29, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
Sometimes we're asked to tell stories of our childhood and we can't. We assume we don't have any memories, yet we sense that much of our present reality was shaped by things that happened to us. Why is that? Why do we FEEL something that makes no sense according to our "memory"? Chris a...

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How to See Trauma: Death by Fire, Death by Drought

ReStory Podcast - September 22, 2021 06:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We experience trauma as a fire or as a drought. The one is far more visible and its ripple effect far more noticeable. But the other is equally harmful. How do we identify those in our lives and what do we do to come alive again? Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory® HE...

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What if I don't have a "Story"?

ReStory Podcast - September 15, 2021 06:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
"I had a great childhood. My parents are loving. I don't have a story." We hear this all the time. And it's utterly wrong. We all have stories and whether or not they could be classified as Big T or Little t traumas, we have all experienced shaping events. How can you tell what stories ...

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Why Does Counseling Get Worse Before It Gets Better?

ReStory Podcast - September 08, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
This is a common experience: you come for relief from unwanted symptoms, but end up feeling worse for the first few sessions. Why? And what can you expect to start to happen once you start a journey with a ReStory™ practitioner? Mentioned in the podcast: Jason Uptown's Scarecrow. Fin...

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What if your memory is wrong? On "The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill" and the stories we tell ourselves

ReStory Podcast - September 01, 2021 15:22 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
What if your memory is wrong? Have you been telling yourself lies or has your mind constructed a narrative it needed at the time? How do we make meaning of our experiences that differ from others who lived through the same ones? Join the Brunos in a conversation spurred by the Rise and ...

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ReStory™ and Content vs. Context

ReStory Podcast - August 25, 2021 05:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 4 of 4, Chris and Beth Bruno discuss the intricate blend of theology, psychology, and ministry to reveal deep human emotions and transformative healing. They delve into the unique approach of asking context-driven questions rather than focusing on content alone, uncovering the u...

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ReStory™ and the Role of Kindness

ReStory Podcast - August 18, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 3 of 4, Chris and Beth Bruno discuss the significant role of kindness in the Restory approach to counseling, highlighting its distinction from niceness and its foundation in strength and tenderness. They explore how kindness, as exemplified by the character of God, can disrupt h...

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ReStory™ and the Role of Evil

ReStory Podcast - August 11, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 2 of 4, Chris and Beth Bruno discuss the challenges of sharing the confidential and profound experiences encountered in their counseling center and podcast, focusing on the role of evil in dehumanizing individuals and the importance of connection and 'with-ness' in healing. They...

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What is ReStory™?

ReStory Podcast - August 04, 2021 05:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In this part 1 of 4 of "ReStory" of the Walking With Podcast, hosts Chris and Beth Bruno discuss the ReStory approach, a unique counseling method that navigates the intersection of theology, psychology, and narrative therapy, aiming to uncover and revitalize individuals' inherent storie...

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Marriage in Ministry: Ministry Mistress

ReStory Podcast - July 28, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 4 of 4, Chris and Beth share openly about a season when building a ministry became a mistress, to them both. Learn what helped reorient them to the way and the reason why they started to say yes or no to opportunities.   Ministry Resources from the Brunos: Roadmap to a Restorat...

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Marriage in Ministry: Fishbowl Life

ReStory Podcast - July 21, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 3 of 4, the Brunos share about the "Fishbowl Life". When your finances come from donations, often your time and money are scrutinized. But what if sanity is worth money? And how can you make those choices while cultivating a discipline of living a private life in a documented wo...

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Marriage in Ministry: Foodchain Friends

ReStory Podcast - July 14, 2021 06:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 2 of 4, the Brunos share about "Foodchain Friends". When everyone in your life is either above, below, or working alongside of you, how do you have safe friendships? Who do you go to when some of your struggle is with your ministry friends and co-workers? Ministry Resources fr...

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Marriage in Ministry: Pillow Talk

ReStory Podcast - July 07, 2021 06:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
In Part 1 of 4, the Brunos share about "Pillow Talk." How do you stop the bleed of work and ministry into every crevice of your marriage? With personal stories and insight, they'll encourage you to craft your own STOP phrase to create a spacious life. Ministry Resources from the Brunos...

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With Alex: For those who wonder if they're depressed

ReStory Podcast - June 30, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We're committed to helping people come alive and leading conversations at the intersection of theology and psychology. Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory® HERE.

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With Nicole: For those who realize their parents have their own trauma

ReStory Podcast - June 23, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
We're committed to helping people come alive and leading conversations at the intersection of theology and psychology. Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory® HERE.

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With CJ: For those who need Jesus to save them from God

ReStory Podcast - June 16, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
Book mentioned: The Suffering of God A few books in Chris' current stack: Richard Rohr's Immortal Diamond, Larry Crabb's Fully Alive, and Justin Baldoni's Man Enough A few books in Beth's current stack: Hillary McBride's Mothers, Daughters, and Body Image, Bettany Hughes' Istanbul: A ...

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With Becky: For those who are in a dark night of the soul

ReStory Podcast - June 09, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
The book we referenced: The Dark Night of the Soul: A Psychiatrist Explores the Connection Between Darkness and Spiritual Growth We're committed to helping people come alive and leading conversations at the intersection of theology and psychology. Find us at www.restory.life Learn Mor...

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With Jeremy: For those who question their calling

ReStory Podcast - June 02, 2021 06:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
What if the exhaustion you feel is a loss of calling? What then? Listen in to former church planter, missionary, and humanitarian aid worker Jeremy Williamson talk about what he sees from ministry counseling clients and church leaders these days. We're committed to helping people come ...

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Q&A with a Ministry Leader: What if I feel betrayed by Ravi Zacharias?

ReStory Podcast - March 31, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 39 ratings
This is our 50th episode!!! Help us celebrate by leaving a rating or review. We're committed to helping people come alive and leading conversations at the intersection of theology and psychology. Find us at www.restory.life Learn More about ReStory® HERE.

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