22 episodes

Join Kim Patton as she dives into one great book each episode, uncovering gems to offer you encouragement, insight and comfort in whatever season of life you face. If peering into someone else's life helps you figure out your own, then relax, rest your tense shoulders for a minute and listen in.

Book Therapy with Kim Patton Kim Patton

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Join Kim Patton as she dives into one great book each episode, uncovering gems to offer you encouragement, insight and comfort in whatever season of life you face. If peering into someone else's life helps you figure out your own, then relax, rest your tense shoulders for a minute and listen in.

    Escaping "Bad Bodies" and this "Bad Earth": Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright

    Escaping "Bad Bodies" and this "Bad Earth": Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright

    E21: We may know that our bodies go onto eternity after we die, but do we know how that affects our life right now? Join Kim and her guest Kevin Patton as they discuss a heavyweight book by theologian N.T. Wright. You will be surprised at the way we can approach the concept of bodily resurrection and heaven, as it might be different than you expect.

    N.T. Wright website: Online Biblical Study Courses - N.T. Wright Online (ntwrightonline.org)

    Kevin Patton website: Something to Chew On (kevinjpatton.blogspot.com)

    For more content like this, visit www.kimpatton.com 

    • 34 min
    Church and AA meetings: Reason to Return by Ericka Andersen

    Church and AA meetings: Reason to Return by Ericka Andersen

    E20: What if our churches looked more like AA meetings? Honest, open, supportive... In this episode, Ericka and I talk about her new book, Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church and the Church Needs Women. We look at how church community can benefit women as they navigate their busy lives. 

    Ericka's website: Home | Ericka Andersen

    Ericka's Instagram: Ericka Andersen | Christian Author | Church Advocate (@ericka_andersen) • Instagram photos and videos

    The Kickstarter campaign for my next book publishing in November is LIVE now. Preorder at: Book by Kim Patton (Non-fiction, faith-based) by Kim Patton — Kickstarter

    For more content like this, visit www.kimpatton.com 

    • 35 min
    Avoiding "Fake Resting": Don't Overthink It by Anne Bogel

    Avoiding "Fake Resting": Don't Overthink It by Anne Bogel

    Have you ever told yourself you were taking a break, but then found your mind spinning around and around? Ruminating, overthinking, and overdoing is something most of us can relate to. In this episode, we highlight super practical tips that will help you take small steps to avoid overthinking. We talk about The Book Whisperer, (aka Anne Bogel) and her wise, thoughtful approach to healthy living. 

    Anne Bogel's website: Modern Mrs Darcy | Discover bookish delight beyond the bestseller list.

    Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.

    • 20 min
    You are You and There is No Other: Nightstand Notes by Jim Steele

    You are You and There is No Other: Nightstand Notes by Jim Steele

    E18: How do you express to people who mean the world to you just how much they mean to you? I don't know if any of us can, but Jim Steele certainly does try.  In Jim's 7th book of poetry titled, "Nightstand Notes and other beginnings", he touches on genuine relationships, the uniqueness of individuals and harder themes like forgiveness and regret. Listen in, and stay tuned until the end where we learn the name of the (VERY VERY VERY) amazing celebrity who stumbled upon his IG page and left a comment. 

    Jim's personal website: HOME | jimsteelepoetry

    Jim's Instagram: jims.pen 🇺🇸 poetry✏ (@jims.pen) • Instagram photos and videos

    Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.

    • 26 min
    Persevering Through Invisible Progress: Rise by Cara Brookins

    Persevering Through Invisible Progress: Rise by Cara Brookins

    E17:  What do you do when your work results feel invisible? You swear from all the time and energy you've spent; you should see more tangible progress. Cara Brookins and her family built a house with their bare hands, and they more than understand seemingly invisible results. In her book, Rise: How a House built a Family; Cara details the terrifyingly unsafe place they were in, and how they got themselves out. 

    Rise website: https://www.carabrookins.com/rise-how-a-house-built-a-family/ 

    Thank you for your support and happy listening! For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.

    • 16 min
    Father-Daughter Series Part Two: The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

    Father-Daughter Series Part Two: The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls

    E16: Concluding our Father-Daughter series is a compelling memoir. Poverty reigns her childhood, but as she grows older, she is able to reflect on her unique relationship with her father. Learn about her physical and emotional scars in this episode and watch her rise above her circumstances to be a strong woman.

    Book versus movie article: https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/glass-castle

    Thank you for your support and happy listening!

    For more content like this: visit www.kimpatton.com.

    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

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7 Ratings

7 Ratings

SandyCoop ,

Great Podcast!

Kim’s love for books shines through. The discussions are well-prepared, authentic, and fun. Highly recommend!!!

Ms. E-Money ,

Ready for My Therapy Session!

From the trailer, I can tell Book Therapy with Kim Patton is going to be a new favorite show. Can’t wait to hear the first full episode. Congratulations on your new endeavor!

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