Episode 2: Negative Thinking
In Episode 2, Dr. Knabb discusses repetitive negative thinking, including rumination and worry. Specifically, a secular psychological understanding of repetitive thinking is explored, including the definition and ingredients, although with some of the challenges this type of thinking poses for Christ followers. A biblical understanding is also covered, including what Scripture says about the human mind, classic Christian spiritual writings on the topic, and a meditative exercise, the Jesus Prayer, for developing watchfulness in the midst of the ruminations and worries of life.
The Christian Psychologist: Mental Health for 21st Century Christ Followers
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Show Notes
References
Ehring, T., & Watkins, E. (2008). Repetitive negative thinking as a transdiagnostic process. International Journal of Cognitive Therapy, 1, 192-205.
Ehring, T., Zetsche, U., Weidacker, K., Wahl, K., Schonfeld, S., & Ehlers, A. (2011). The
Perseverative Thinking Questionnaire (PTQ): Validation of a content-independent measure of repetitive negative thinking. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, 42, 225-232.
Goodwin, T. (2015). The vanity of thoughts. Chapel Library.
Hayes, S., Strosahl, K., & Wilson, K. (2012). Acceptance and commitment therapy: The process and practice of mindful change (2nd ed.). The Guilford Press.
Knabb, J. (2021). Christian meditation in clinical practice: A four-step model and workbook for therapists and clients. InterVarsity Press.
Segal, Z., Williams, J., & Teasdale, J. (2012). Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for depression (2nd ed.). The Guilford Press.
Talbot, J. (2013). The Jesus prayer: A cry for mercy, a path of renewal. InterVarsity Press.
Thaddeus, E. (2012). Our thoughts determine our lives: The life and teachings of elder Thaddeus of Vitovnica. St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood.