• NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson, MD

  • By: THINQ Media
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NeuroFaith with Curt Thompson, MD

By: THINQ Media
  • Summary

  • Have you wondered how the intersection of mental health, science and faith converge? How we can strengthen our relationship with God, ourselves and others? Join Dr. Curt Thompson, board-certified psychiatrist, as he explores themes of interpersonal neurobiology and Christianity. NeuroFaith invites listeners to discover how their minds were built to function and how to implement healthy practices that confront fear and encourage mindfulness. Presented by THINQ Media.
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Episodes
  • A Posture of Gratitude with Dr. Joanne Tsang
    Aug 23 2024

    In this NeuroFaith episode, Dr. Joanne Tsang, an associate professor of psychology at Baylor University, discusses her research on gratitude and its connections to social psychology, religion, and moral emotions with Dr. Curt Thompson.

    Dr. Tsang illustrates her journey into the field, emphasizing her interest in the intersection of psychology and religion. She particularly focuses on how gratitude and forgiveness play significant roles in helping behaviors. She highlights the importance of incorporating gratitude exercises into daily life and how they contribute to personal well-being and positive interpersonal relationships.

    Listen in as Dr. Tsang shares personal stories, including her son's hospitalization, and illustrates how journaling and practicing gratitude in relationships can be powerful tools for fostering positivity and enhancing both individual and collective well-being.

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    46 mins
  • The Power of Memory with Dr. Connie Svob
    Aug 14 2024

    In this episode of NeuroFaith, Dr. Curt Thompson interviews Dr. Connie Svob, an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University. Dr. Svob's research focuses on how memories of life events are shaped and passed down through generations.

    She looks at how memory, including dreams and involuntary memories, can be affected by trauma, loss, and spirituality. Dr. Svob discusses the idea of memory being a constructed rather than a stored thing, showing how our emotions, identities, and external factors influence what and how we remember.

    Listen in as she explores the link between memory, hope, and mental health, highlighting the importance of understanding memory's role in shaping our future and overall well-being.

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    48 mins
  • Exploring Forgiveness: A Journey to Transformation with Dr. Robert Enright
    Aug 7 2024

    In this episode of the NeuroFaith podcast, Dr. Curt Thompson interviews Dr. Robert Enright, a licensed psychologist and professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Enright, a pioneer in the study of forgiveness, shares his journey from focusing on justice within moral development to exploring the concept of forgiveness.

    Despite facing opposition from the academic community on the subject of forgiveness, Enright persisted. Driven by the belief that forgiveness could benefit those suffering from deep injustices, he continued his work. Over time, his persistence paid off, as the study of forgiveness has gained acceptance and is widely researched and applied in mental health practices.

    Listen as Dr. Enright emphasizes the importance of adopting a more forgiving and lesresentful mindset that can lead to significant personal healing and community renewal in our lives.

    Resources:

    • Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.

    • Check out more from the THINQ podcast network:

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    51 mins

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