Episode 81: Finding God Through Your Feelings—How to Practice the Presence of God No Matter What You’re Feeling

<p>If you’re struggling to feel connected spiritually or stuck in negative emotions, you’re in good company. Research shows that 9 out of 10 people struggle with stress during the holidays. </p><p>In today’s episode, I walk you through my simple but life-changing strategy for unlocking spiritual connection and experiencing more of God’s loving presence.</p><p>Here’s what we cover:</p><p>1. 3 reasons painful emotions get heightened at the holidays (2:32)</p><p>2. A simple hack for experiencing more spiritual vitality (8:22)</p><p>3. The neurobiology of what happens when you connect with God (9:43)</p><p>4. How to transform mundane moments into spiritual encounters (12:18)</p><p>5. How to harness your external environment to change your mental habits (23:03)</p><p>Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode <a href="https://wp.me/pa3WGh-1KC" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">here</a>.</p><p>Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe3N7QByNr1lLxXtAxPQG2DlbTQnCtLvp86RfWSxdkX-puz7Q/viewform" target="_blank">Leave them here</a>.</p><p>Want to receive free bonus content? ⁠⁠Sign up for my free weekly email <a href="https://www.dralisoncook.com/2-e-books-and-audio-file-web/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>Thanks to our sponsors: </p><p>This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="http://betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU</a> and get on your way to being your best self. </p><p>Listen to <a href="https://www.girlsnightpodcast.com/" target="_blank">Girls Night</a> with Stephanie May Wilson wherever you get your podcasts! </p><p>Go to ⁠<a href="https://tinyurl.com/TBOYOrganifi" target="_blank">www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠</a> today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. </p><p>Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to <a href="https://tinyurl.com/TBOYSundaysForDogs" target="_blank">SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU</a> or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout.</p><p>Related Episodes:</p><p><a href="https://www.dralisoncook.com/episode-27-7-ways-we-manage-perceptions-instead-of-forging-real-connections/">Episode 27</a>: 7 Ways We Manage Perceptions Instead of Forging Real Connections</p><p><a href="https://wp.me/pa3WGh-1Kk">Episode 80</a>: Navigating Overwhelming Emotions—2 Essential Steps to Bring Calm to the Chaos Within</p><p><a href="https://www.dralisoncook.com/episode-50-9-types-of-intelligence-the-trap-of-comparison-and-how-to-connect-more-authentically-with-god/">Episode 50</a>: 9 Types of Intelligence, the Trap of Comparison, and How to Connect More Authentically with God</p><p>Music by Andy Luiten</p><p>Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik</p><p>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.</p>

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