Love and Life with Dr. Karin and Pastor Elliott

Dr. Karin and Pastor Elliott
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Love & Life is your place for conversations grounded in psych research, psychotherapy, and Biblical truth to help you THRIVE in love and life! Join psychologist Karin Anderson Abrell, Ph.D. and pastor and psychotherapist Elliott Anderson, M.A., as they focus on relationships and how to flourish therein with a holistic approach to emotional and psychological well-being, recognizing we only thrive when we nourish each of these key domains—Mind, Body, and Spirit. Together they bring over 60 years of counseling experience and academic expertise to each podcast discussion and interview.

  1. 4D AGO

    Post Covid Processing with Author and Substacker Jenna McCarthy: Tyranny, Division, and Healing Ep. 396

    I’m thrilled to welcome back to Love & Life, Jenna McCarthy. Her newest book was just released and is co-authored with Dr. Pierre Kory called: The War on Chlorine Dioxide: The Medicine That Could End Medicine. She’s also the author of Yankee Doodle Soup for the Fringy, Tin Foil Hat-Wearing Conspiracy Theorist’s Soul and The War on Ivermectin: The Medicine that Saved Millions and Could Have Ended the Pandemic with Dr. Pierre Kory.  Picking up where we left off, we continue to process our parallel journeys navigating a country and world that we don’t even recognize anymore.  How do you process everything that’s culturally and politically these last few years?How do you navigate the isolation you can feel from family and friends?What does moving forward look like? What can we do? What are practical ways we can push back and find trustworthy voices? And how does Substack play into all of this? We discuss this and so much on the show today!  Jenna McCarthy Substack: https://jennasside.rocks/ Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    57 min

  2. FEB 12

    Transform Your Approach to Love This Valentine’s Day Ep. 395

    Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. It’s a holiday that brings up a lot of emotions for people whether you’re single or not.  Elliott is back today to discuss various strategies and modalities for approaching Valentine’s Day that honors our past and encourages us to embrace growth and change regardless of our relationship status.   He specifically shares his experiences working with both students and therapy clients, highlighting how our formative years and relationships shape our pursuit of love. Elliott emphasizes that healing those wounds can lead to healthier and more fulfilling connections.   So if the idea of love to you feels complicated, chaotic, or even painful, this discussion dives into how you can rewire your attachment style, nurture genuine intimacy, and find peace regardless of your relationship history or status. Ultimately, we hope no matter what your relationship status is this Valentine’s Day, that this episode gives you practical steps to finding healing, fulfillment, and peace.   Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    26 min

  3. FEB 5

    Awakening Your Mindset: Rob Pikula's Journey to Empowerment Ep. 394

    Today I’m speaking with Rob Pikula, who I met at the Indiana Children’s Health Defense. Rob is an advocate for medical freedom and shares his experience dealing with many personal trials and how he overcame those hardships through the power of shifting his mindset, understanding his triggers, and learning to live presently.   Rob shares how his health freedom advocacy began with a life-altering event—a heart attack that revealed to him the limitations of conventional medicine. After hitting various dead ends within the current medical system, Rob sought alternative treatments and started to question the medical protocols that had been imposed on him. This pivotal moment set him on a path of research and self-discovery, leading to a deeper understanding of health and wellness.  Rob’s journey is a powerful testament to the importance of health freedom, personal empowerment, and the role of mindset in shaping our realities. May you be empowered by Rob’s story and encouraged to take control of your own mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health as you listen. Rob Pikula Website: https://www.consciousalchemistcoach.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Our-Children-Come-First-Responsibility/dp/147919994X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2JQ8AWF232S6Q&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.FsSxcgpOoKK3fSt9j5Hc9A.5n6kmklt_nD8beG85JML9dQOL5UNYGJu0LlMEl1Mrr0&dib_tag=se&keywords=book+robert+pikula+our+children+come+first&qid=1769802865&sprefix=book+robert+pikula+our+children+come+first%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-1 Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    24 min

  4. JAN 30

    Covid: Mass Formation and Loss of Critical Thinking with Dr. M. Nathaniel Mead & Dave Wayne Ep. 393

    Today I’m joined again by Dr. M. Nathaniel Mead and Dave Wayne as we continue the conversation Dr. Mead and I began in Ep. 391 Covid: Find out What REALLY Happened on The Covid Index.  In this conversation, we dive into the ways censorship, corporate influence, and technological manipulation have distorted evidence-based medicine, suppressed free speech, and accelerated societal fragmentation. We also discuss the profound impact of mass formation and psychological manipulation during COVID — from the suppression of dissenting voices to the rapid artificialization of lifestyles, food, and even human identity.  We break down: * The decline of genuine science and the rise of scientism during the pandemic * The dangers of centralized media, censorship, and reliance on AI for knowledge * How artificial environments, chemical exposure, and disconnection from nature are subtly rewiring human biology and psychology * The importance of reclaiming personal autonomy, free speech, and practices like mindfulness * Practical steps to awaken critical thinking and restore connection to natural and spiritual truths Why does all this matter? Because the erosion of free speech, personal sovereignty, and authentic science isn't just about politics—it's about the very fabric of human liberty. If we don’t wake up now, we risk losing our capacity to discern truth and to live freely in a rapidly transforming world. Thank you for joining us! To learn more about about Dr. M. Nathaniel Mead's work at The Covid Index please visit covidindex.science  David Wayne, BSN-RN, CPHC https://www.americaoutloud.news/author/david-wayne/  Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    55 min

  5. JAN 15

    "Get Happy": Finding Real Transformation in 2026! Ep. 392

    We are continuing to discuss what real change looks like in 2026.  We start off in the middle of a Midwest snowstorm, which takes out Karin’s power mid-recording, but Elliott and Tim pick up the conversation and continue to discuss how Elliott’s clients have embraced his A.C.E. acronyms from Ep. 390. The conversation leads into what do we do when life happens? How do we stay present and grounded in the midst of chaos? How can we reframe difficult circumstances? How do we battle the internal dialogue we can all find ourselves struggling with? These patterns, beliefs, and habits that are ingrained into us. What does real transformation look like?Elliott gives practical application that gives us a framework for how to face these challenges and keep moving us forward!  This is the time of the year when New Year’s Resolutions start to drop off. May this conversation help give you the tools and belief to keep going! You can take charge of your thoughts and take charge of your life in 2026!    Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    30 min

  6. JAN 14

    Covid: Find out What REALLY Happened on The Covid Index with Dr. M. Nathaniel Mead Ep. 391

    Last November, I attended the Children's Health Defense Annual Conference in Austin, and I was able to connect with so many medical freedom activists and dissidents and so many people who are still concerned about COVID. Yes, even 6 years later - we need answers! At the conference, I got connected with The Covid Index, founded by researcher M. Nathaniel Mead, MSc, PhD. Since the late 1990s, Dr. Mead has authored over 55 peer-reviewed scientific papers, contributed to numerous books, served as an editor for two peer-reviewed scientific journals, and worked as an integrative-medicine research consultant. Mead is also the lead author on several peer-reviewed papers on the Covid-19 mRNA vaccines, co-authored with Drs. Peter McCullough, Stephanie Seneff, Jessica Rose, Paul Marik, William Makis, and other notable scientists. He joins me on the program today to discuss where we are today and the work that The Covid Index is doing to grow and build an expansive dictionary of evidence to the many falsehoods that were pushed by officials and media outlets alike during the COVID-19 experience.    To learn more about The Covid Index please visit covidindex.science  Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    1h 7m

  7. JAN 9

    How to A.C.E. Your Life in 2026! Ep. 390

    On the heels of last week’s episode, we are continuing to discuss how to thrive in 2026!  Today, Elliott and Karin dive into various modalities to help us strategize and take charge.  They explore the importance of concrete planning in areas like sleep, nutrition, and personal habits, emphasizing the power of self-control and conscientiousness.  Elliott takes us through two acronyms that he uses in his personality class he’s teaching this spring: A.C.E. Accept, Change, EngageAcknowledge, Consider, Emote Karin then walks us through her practice this year, highlighting a fruit of the Spirit each month and the habits, practices, and mindset changes that can come from it.  Finally, the conversation also touches on recent changes in health recommendations and their impact on current and future generations.  Join them as they share personal insights, practical strategies, and the significance of aligning habits with values for a healthier, more intentional life in 2026! Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    39 min

  8. JAN 2

    Setting Personal, Spiritual, and Relationship Goals in 2026 Ep. 389

    Happy New Year! As we move into 2026, it’s that time of year where many of us take time to pause, reflect, and set goals for the upcoming year.  Transformation is something that takes time. It’s change that comes from the inside out. But where do we start? At times, it can feel daunting and overwhelming to even know where to begin.  So today, we want to discuss various ways we can grow personally, spiritually, and within our relationships.   What role does reflection play in setting goals for the new year?How do we build habits when our days already feel too full?What does it mean to be intentional in 2026?How do all of these areas impact not only ourselves but the relationships around us? Take charge of your new year and build habits, routines, and systems that will last! We pray that no matter how 2026 finds you, this year would be one of transformation for you. Thank you for listening.  Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliottanderson

    42 min
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Love & Life is your place for conversations grounded in psych research, psychotherapy, and Biblical truth to help you THRIVE in love and life! Join psychologist Karin Anderson Abrell, Ph.D. and pastor and psychotherapist Elliott Anderson, M.A., as they focus on relationships and how to flourish therein with a holistic approach to emotional and psychological well-being, recognizing we only thrive when we nourish each of these key domains—Mind, Body, and Spirit. Together they bring over 60 years of counseling experience and academic expertise to each podcast discussion and interview.

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