Reflections on Psychology and Faith
Reflections on Psychology and Faith
Joshua Hook (Ph.D.) is a Professor and Psychologist, and has written several books, including Cultural Humility, Replanted, and Helping Groups Heal. He uses psychology to help you solve problems, clarify values, and live on purpose.
Joshua Hook (Ph.D.) is a Professor and Psychologist, and has written several books, including Cultural Humility, Replanted, and Helping Groups Heal. He uses psychology to help you solve problems, clarify values, and live on purpose.
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If You Want to Build Something, Resist Revenge
I’ve been watching the final season of Game of Thrones, and the last episode was crazy. Daenerys Targaryen, driven by revenge, destroys the entire city of King’s Landing with her fire-breathing dragon. Not just Cersei and her army, mind you, but women and children too. It was brutal. I’ve also ...
The Problem with Anticipating Pain
I’ve been getting in a bad habit of anticipating pain. Here’s what I mean: Let’s say I’m entering a situation that is uncertain, or has the possibility for pain. I’m focusing on the possibility of pain at some point in the future, and it’s making me feel crappy in the ...
Make Sure It’s Actually a Problem Before You Get Upset
The other day, a colleague emailed me and I felt offended. I felt like the person was trying to tell me how to do my job, and I didn’t appreciate the criticism. I started to get angry and upset. My blood pressure started to rise, and I began to think ...