Episode 144: Healing the Soul Through Encounters with Jesus Featuring John Eldredge

The Best of You

In this profoundly insightful episode, Dr. Alison explores the often overlooked "young places" within our souls with John Eldredge, New York Times bestselling author, counselor, and the author of the new book Experience Jesus. Really. Together, they explore how these inner areas of wounding can lead to transformative encounters with Jesus, providing opportunities for deeper healing through experiencing God’s loving presence.


Here’s what we cover:


*John's challenge to move past our over-reliance on left-brain thinking

*The surprising ways God beckons our souls toward healing

*A powerful example of how Jesus responds to young parts carrying trauma

*The critical mistake many make when seeking healing

*Why John believes we are all like amphibians

*The difference between the illusion of security and the reality of safety


Get Experience Jesus. Really here

Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.

Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.


If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love:

  • Episode 76: When Self-Help Isn’t Enough—Finding the Faith & Strength to Move Forward after Loss & Heartache With Granger Smith


Thanks to our sponsors:


Music by Andy Luiten

Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik

While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.

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In this profoundly insightful episode, Dr. Alison explores the often overlooked "young places" within our souls with John Eldredge, New York Times bestselling author, counselor, and the author of the new book Experience Jesus. Really. Together, they explore how these inner areas of wounding can lead to transformative encounters with Jesus, providing opportunities for deeper healing through experiencing God’s loving presence.


Here’s what we cover:


*John's challenge to move past our over-reliance on left-brain thinking

*The surprising ways God beckons our souls toward healing

*A powerful example of how Jesus responds to young parts carrying trauma

*The critical mistake many make when seeking healing

*Why John believes we are all like amphibians

*The difference between the illusion of security and the reality of safety


Get Experience Jesus. Really here

Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.

Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.


If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love:

  • Episode 76: When Self-Help Isn’t Enough—Finding the Faith & Strength to Move Forward after Loss & Heartache With Granger Smith


Thanks to our sponsors:


Music by Andy Luiten

Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik

While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2025-02-20 51 min
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