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Today, we’re talking allll about therapy. I've gathered up the big questions people ask and we're tackling them head-on. Remember, therapy isn't just for crises—it's for clarity, growth, and understanding. So if you’re curious about the process or wondered how in the world to get started, this episode is for you. Here’s what we cover:

1. The most important predictor of success in therapy (18:36)

2. Different types of therapy (29:33)

3. How to find a therapist (12:35)

4. Breaking up with a therapist (42:42)

5. My top tips for finding affordable therapy (12:59)

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This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self.

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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.

Get ready to level up your emotional intelligence! In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the heart of emotional intelligence, revealing why it's an absolute game-changer. We'll break it all down:

1. Fascinating research on emotional intelligence (21:07)

2. 3 powerful strategies for mastering your emotions (30:01)

3. 5 ways to express your emotions effectively (33:24)

4. My all-time favorite technique for nurturing empathy (34:37)

5. 2 unexpected gems of emotional intelligence in the Bible (42:18)

6. A powerful real-life story of emotional intelligence in the fiery furnace of marriage (45:45)

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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.

We are all creating the future version of ourselves every single day. We're either moving toward wholeness—or we're moving toward fragmentation. In this brand-new September series, I'm walking you through the most important steps you can take to cultivate resilience, embrace authenticity, and nurture intimacy.

Today's episode kicks us off with an overview of the key challenges we all face throughout the course of our lives. Here's what you’ll learn:

1. The 8 challenges we face from childhood to old age

2. The #1 challenge most of us are still working to resolve

3. Why identity precedes intimacy

4. A proven exercise to help you become your ideal self

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Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik

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.

I absolutely loved this conversation with Alli Worthington. We get so real about the toxic traps all around and how to stay sane as a parent. From "parenting book trauma" to bad advice about friendships, we’ve got you covered.

You'll learn practical tips & fascinating research from Alli's new book, Remaining You While Raising Them. Alli’s a business owner, podcast host, and the mom of 6 kids. Here’s what we cover:

1. The #1 source of mom guilt

2. The most important question to ask yourself each day

3. How parenting failures actually help kids

4. The surprising research on which relationships are happiest

5. Which friends to keep, and which ones to release

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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.

Today’s episode is straight up 🔥🔥🔥. I got to know Cindy Gao last year, when she reached out to me about an internship. As a student at Harvard College, she experienced a crisis of meaning and found her way to faith—and—to emotional healing. I have loved getting to know Cindy, and I know you are going to love her too.

This episode is raw and inspiring. It’s packed with insight into faith, mental health, and Gen Z. Here’s what we cover:

1. The phrase Cindy Googled in a moment of desperation & what she found

2. What to do—and not do—when a young person expresses interest in faith

3. Why emotional healing & faith cannot be separated

4. The core belief that almost kept Cindy from faith

5. The challenges & longings of Gen Z

Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.

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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.

I am thrilled to be back this week, diving into an incredible conversation with beloved therapist, Sissy Goff! We're tackling the topic of anxiety and its ripple effect on our kids and on our parenting styles.

With 30 years of experience guiding kids and parents, Sissy brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Plus, she's sharing tips from her latest book, The Worry Free Parent. We cover so much in this episode, including:

1. A parent’s most important job

2. Why we are seeing more anxiety in kids & parents

3. 5 parenting traps

4. Your parenting superpower

5. Sissy’s moment of hope in the Covenant School shooting aftermath

Connect with Sissy on Instagram or at raisingboysandgirls.com

Pre-order The Worry Free Parent by Sissy Goff and get a free bonus chapter

Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.

Do you have questions for Dr. Alison?⁠ Leave them here.

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Thanks to our sponsors:

Go to ⁠www.organifi.com/bestofyou⁠ today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today.

Head to GreenPan.us and use promo code BESTOFYOU and you’ll receive 30% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER plus free shipping on orders over $99.

Go to Reliefband.com and use promo code BESTOFYOU to receive 20% off plus free shipping.

Visit hiyahealth.com/BESTOFYOU and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.

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Music by Andy Luiten

Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik

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.