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Love & Life is your place for conversations grounded in psych research, psychotherapy, and Biblical truth to help you THRIVE in love and life!Join psychologist Karin Anderson Abrell, Ph.D.
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Have We Medicalized Being Human? Reflections on the Lindsey Clancy Trial (opens the original)
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The tragic Lindsay Clancy case has reignited difficult conversations about postpartum mental health, psychiatric medication, and how we care for people in emotional crisis. But beyond one heartbreaking story lies a much bigger question: Have we begun treating normal human suffering as something that always needs to be medicated? In this episode, Karin and Elliott explore the growing tendency to medicalize grief, anxiety, stress, and emotional pain, discussing how our culture often seeks immediat
Freedom: Can Conflict Actually Bring You Closer? Ep. 417 (opens the original)
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Conflict is inevitable. Whether it's in marriage, friendships, family, or the workplace, every meaningful relationship will experience moments of tension, disappointment, and disagreement. But what if conflict isn't the problem? What if it's actually one of the greatest opportunities for growth? As the Freedom series continues, Elliott introduces a new framework for understanding conflict through the lens of connection, comfort, and Christ-centered relationships. Drawing from decades of counseli
Healthy Happiness Ep. 416 (opens the original)
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What does healthy happiness look like—and how is it different from simply pursuing pleasure? In this message from the Surrendered Emotions series, Elliott explores happiness as a God-given emotion that can deepen our relationships, strengthen our faith, and help us experience life with gratitude and joy. But like every emotion, happiness can become unhealthy when it depends entirely on circumstances, approval, comfort, or getting what we want. Drawing from Scripture, psychology, and practical ex
Freedom: How Do We Discern Truth in a World of Lies? Ep. 415 (opens the original)
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Freedom is more than political. More than physical. More than emotional. At its core, freedom requires truth. In this episode, we explore what it means to pursue truth in an age of confusion, misinformation, and growing distrust. From medical freedom and public institutions to media, technology, and faith, we discuss why discernment has become one of the most important skills we can develop. Our conversation examines how fear, polarization, and uncertainty in our culture today can keep us feelin
Freedom: Becoming Emotionally Engaged Ep. 414 (opens the original)
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We've all experienced moments where we feel emotionally disconnected—distant from God, withdrawn from the people we love, or simply "off" without knowing why. But what if those moments aren't meant to be ignored or pushed aside? What if they're invitations to deeper healing? In today’s episode we’re continuing our Freedom Series by sharing ones of Elliott’s recent sermons he gave. Elliott explores why emotional engagement is essential to spiritual maturity and healthy relationships. Drawing from
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