In this episode, I dive into the intriguing topic of partnering with your intrusive thoughts. If you've been following my podcast, you know I've touched on this in different ways before. However, today, we’re taking a closer look at how to approach these thoughts with curiosity, compassion, and tenderness. Imagine treating these thoughts as if they were a little kid trying to get your attention, rather than something to be feared or rejected.

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Adam Cross Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #89628​ Supervised by Esther C. Bleuel, M.A. MFT, MDR (31181)

In this episode I discuss the concept of 'partnering with scrupulosity'. Scrupulous parts of us need compassion and healing, not to dictate our lives, but to begin the healing process. We can build a partnership with this part of ourselves to understand its fears and needs.

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Adam Cross Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #89628​ Supervised by Esther C. Bleuel, M.A. MFT, MDR (31181)

In this episode, we delve into the concept of spiritual bypassing in therapy and faith, where individuals use faith as a shortcut to avoid confronting negative emotions and trauma. I discuss the dangers of oversimplifying complex issues like suffering and trauma with superficial faith responses.

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Adam Cross Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #89628​ Supervised by Esther C. Bleuel, M.A. MFT, MDR (31181)