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Out of the Dark with Mandisa & Laura Williams

Out of the Dark with Mandisa & Laura Williams

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03/30/2022

Triggers

Trigger can be a confusing word. In this episode, we will discuss what triggers are, what they are not, and how to manage them the best you can.

27 min
05/05/2021

Social Media: Is it Good or Bad?

Can social media be a positive thing or is it always bad? Today we talk about healthy boundaries around social media and what to be on the lookout for as you scroll your favorite platform.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

20 min
03/23/2022

Covid 2.0

Aren't we done yet? At year 2, most people are worn out and weary. Isolation has taken a toll on most of the population, especially our young ones. Anxiety and depression are at an all-time high and suicide rates have skyrocketed. What are ways we can all help reduce some of these horrific outcomes?

20 min
09/15/2021

The Power of Mothers

Mothering is one of the most challenging areas of our mental health. There is maybe no other job that you both feel worthless AND the weight of the world on your shoulders at the same time. We will talk about "mom-shame", the importance of recognizing the need for self-care, and much more.

26 min
09/08/2021

Confidence vs. Esteem

Some of the most confident people can have some of the worst levels of esteem. In this episode we talk about the difference between confidence and esteem--whether we value ourselves from the outside or the inside.

24 min
SEASON 1 TRAILER

Introduction to Out of the Dark with Mandisa & Laura Williams

Out of the Dark is a podcast about mental health in the body of Christ. As followers of Jesus, people are sometimes led to believe that if we struggle with anxiety, depression, addiction, identity, or the many other areas of our mental health that we are less of a Christian or are just not praying enough. In this podcast Mandisa and Laura will tackle the idea that, while Jesus IS enough, a relationship with a counselor can help heal wounds that will enhance your relationship with Jesus. They will cover specific topics related to mental health and offer resources to listeners to enhance your journey of personal growth. We can’t do it alone—we need to step out of the dark of shame and guilt and into the light of recovery and redemption.New episodes air Wednesday. Make sure to subscribe to you never miss an opportunity to step 'Out of the Dark'!

1 min
09/22/2021

Medication: The Scary Episode

Our most vulnerable episode yet. Mandisa and Laura get personal with their views on medication in the area of mental health and tackle the stigma that you are not strong enough of a Christian if you have to rely on medication.

24 min
03/17/2021

Unpacking Story: Mandisa

Listen in to hear how important story is to our mental health. In this episode, we will begin to unpack some of Mandisa's story and talk about how past sexual trauma will impact us in the present. It is necessary to go back in order to move forward. Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

29 min
03/31/2021

Unpacking Story: Laura

Listen in to hear how important story is to our mental health. In this episode, we will begin to unpack some of Laura's story and talk about how developmental and relational trauma will impact us in the present. It is necessary to go back in order to move forward.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

25 min
03/24/2021

Dogs, Cats, Geckos...The Value of Pets

Our most fun episode yet! Mandisa and Laura talk about the benefits of pets in regards to our mental health. Pets are hard work but they can have a positive effect on your being.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

17 min
04/07/2021

Therapy is Hard Work

This week, Mandisa and Laura talk about how hard the work of therapy is. We also talk about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and how it can aid in the healing of all kinds of trauma.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

21 min
04/14/2021

God: How our Story Constructs our View

Ever wonder why it's hard to view God in a certain light--as Father, as Brother, as a nurturer? A lot of this has to do with your relationship with your earthly caregivers. We will unpack how Mandisa and Laura have processed their view of God and why it matters in light of your story.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

20 min
10/13/2021

Self-care

You might be surprised to know that self-care actually has nothing to do with spas, shopping, or 5-star resorts. Self-care is actually the most basic thing you can do for yourself. We will discuss what self-care is and what it is NOT.

24 min
10/16/2020

Happy Hour #331: Mandisa

My guest for The Happy Hour #331 is Mandisa! For the few people who may be unfamiliar with her, Mandisa is a gospel and contemporary Christian recording artist. She came to the spotlight on the fifth season of American Idol, and was given an incredible opportunity to share publicly about her faith. In this episode, Mandisa talks about learning how to lovingly disagree with one another and washing the feet of our enemies. Mandisa also gets vulnerable about her journey to pursuing mental and physical health by healing from depression and working through childhood wounds. She shares about times where she was trapped in a deep, emotional pit, and how she has learned to find her comfort in Christ rather than temporary things. I love when she says “I used to say that God doesn’t call us to comfort, but now I actually believe He does. He calls us to His comfort. The Holy Spirit is the Comforter.” For the full summary and show links, click the link below! Text YOUBEYOU to 33777 Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram // YouTube GET ALL THE LINKS FROM THE SHOW HERE

1 hr
03/10/2021

The Benefit of Sleep

It's a basic need so why do we all have such a hard time with it? In this episode we will talk about the importance of sleep and how to get more of it!Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

19 min
10/27/2021

Discipline

How do you feel about this word? For many people, this word carries a ton of negativity. In this episode, we will get to the root of the word, why it might feel negative and why we actually need it in order to feel emotionally balanced.

23 min
03/03/2021

Stepping Out

Mandisa and Laura introduce themselves and what this podcast is about. Listen in on what a counseling relationship is like, why perspective is not always helpful, and the two words a counselor should never use!Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

22 min
03/03/2021

Covid Shame

One of us got Covid! Listen in to find out who and what made healing so complicated.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

17 min
05/12/2021

Mental Health in Children

How do I know when my child needs to see a counselor? Isn't it enough for me to ask the right questions? Does it mean I am a bad parent if my child needs counseling? These are only some of the questions that we will cover in this podcast. Children are not as resilient as you think and it is important to be tuned in to them and to yourself.Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

22 min
04/21/2021

Tribe: The Importance of Community

As children of God, we are created for relationship. We are meant to be in community with others. Today we talk about why this is important and how to build your own tribe. Have a friend who could benefit from today's topic? Share this episode and leave us a review. And make sure to subscribe now so you never miss a Wednesday episode.

23 min

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