Are you the type of person who tends to see the glass as “half-full” or “half-empty?” In a culture where cynicism is widely accepted, and even admired, it can be tempting for believers to fall into negative thought patterns as well. In this episode of the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa exposes the hard truth about cynicism and skepticism – offering a deeper look at the meanings, motivations, and impacts of each. When trust is broken and life disappoints you, there is a way out of cynicism. Pull up a chair and listen in to discover lasting hope that cannot be shaken.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

(1:16) Optimism: A natural trait or an intentional choice?

(3:43) How to distinguish cynicism from skepticism

(6:28) What is at stake when you have a cynicism outlook

(8:43) The secret ingredient to transform your thinking

(10:46) What comparison and purpose have to do with cynicism

(14:21) Lisa shares her own journey with cynicism and offers a way out

RESOURCES

Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.

Mentioned in the episode:

Sharron Miller: https://sheworships.com/

Bob Goff: https://www.bobgoff.com/

Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe/

Speaking: https://www.lisawhittle.com/speaking

Connect with Lisa:

Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com

Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial

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Has a specific piece of your story – positive or negative – become a “label” you wear as your identity? Lisa sits down with long-time friend, Erin Kelly-Bean to discuss the truth about labels and what God has to say about them. Erin is a New York Times best-selling author, co-host of the Immeasurably More Podcast, and daughter of football legend, Jim Kelly. She shares her journey of growing up, “Kelly Tough,” her family’s experience of tragic loss, and her personal battles with addiction, eating disorders, and mental health. Erin explains the secret to her transformation and healing, and offers hope to anyone struggling in isolation and silence. If you’re ready to drop the labels and embrace your true identity in Christ - this episode is for you.

Listen in to learn more:

(3:55) What Erin experienced as the daughter of a Hall of Fame quarterback

(7:17) How loss and tragedy led the Kelly family toward God

(16:34) Erin’s battles with mental health and addiction

(26:02) The role of treatment and medication

(31:13) The path to healing and freedom

(47:48) Why you don’t need to be defined by a label

RESOURCES

Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.

Mentioned in the episode:

Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe/

Called Creatives: https://www.calledcreatives.com

Book - Kelly Tough: https://a.co/d/c1as8ye

Book - The Hard Good: https://shopstyle.it/l/bJp1l

Book - Jesus Over Everything: https://shopstyle.it/l/bOa4E

Connect with Lisa:

Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com

Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisawhittleofficial

Do you have a love-hate relationship with social media? Perhaps you love the ability to laugh and connect with others, but hate the unhealthy habits and behaviors that come with it? Continuing the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa Whittle shares candidly about her own tug-of-war experience with social media, and peels back the curtain on how she plans to develop a healthier balance with the platforms in the future. If you’ve ever considered “saying goodbye” to Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok or any other digital tool – Lisa has a unique word of wisdom and encouragement just for you.

Listen in to learn more:

(4:08) How the “game” of social media has evolved

(5:48) Why having “fans” and “followers” can feel disingenuous

(8:52) What would happen if every Christian left social media

(10:15) How to know if you love social media too much

(14:55) What the Bible says about things that “dominate” us

(18:44) How Lisa got clarity about her social media habits

(23:03) How to honor God and “say goodbye” to social in your own way

RESOURCES

Thank you to this season's sponsor, Dwell. Dwell is offering you 25% off yearly access to Dwell or 50% off of Dwell for life! Both are such incredibly low prices – it’s well worth it. Go to dwellbible.com/JOE to receive your discount today.

Mentioned in the episode:

Dwell Bible App: https://get.dwellbible.com/joe

Francis Chan: https://www.crazylove.org

Called Creatives : https://www.calledcreatives.com/

Connect with Lisa:

Website: https://www.lisawhittle.com

Substack: https://letsbeclear.substack.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lisawhittleofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisawhittleofficial