The Changing Faith Podcast with Michael Hidalgo Michael Hidalgo

On Episode 085 we explore the connection between rhythm, seasons, time and rest, all of which are woven into the fabric of the universe. We will consider together what happens when we live according to a rhythm, and how that produces an awareness of the sacred, which allows us to live full human lives. Enjoy!

On Episode 084 Ted Shimer, author of The Freedom Fight joins us to talk about our brains on p*rn and the impact that has on intimacy, our spiritual lives and its relationship to shame. Over the years, I have walked with countless people through the pain of p*rn addiction. I have seen families wrecked, relationships devastated and lives fall apart. It is a strange thing that people like Billie Eilish, John Mayer and Russel Brand have spoken out about the danger of it. And in the same way magazines like TIME an GQ have also warned about the damage of p*rn. But lately, there seems to be less open talk about it in many Christian circles. So, let's explore this together. To learn more about Ted's work click here.

Molly LaCroix joins the podcast to talk about her new book titled, Restoring Relationships: Transforming Fear into Love Through Connection. Molly walks with us through Internal Family Systems and reflects on the healing that can bring. For those who have experienced pain in relationships - whether betrayal, withholding of forgiveness, abandonment - the lingering question often is, “How do we restore ourselves and these relationships?” And that question is what we will talk about. In this conversation with her, I learned so much and felt invited to continue on the path toward wholeness with a renewed hope. You won’t want to miss this one! Enjoy!
To learn more about Molly and her work visit her website here: https://mollylacroix.com and to purchase a copy of her book click here.

Memory is a funny thing, because we often don't remember well. We often cut and paste and edit in such a way that allows us to keep the parts we don't like hidden away. But what if we learned to look back with greater clarity? What if we learned to tell and retell our story in a way that allowed us to see that memory is a part of me and of you? Perhaps this would allow us to live more integrated lives, that would cause us to be more compassionate, loving and tender toward all people regardless of where they may find themselves on their journey. This episode is the one about memory ... and so much more. Enjoy!

Have you ever read a book and thought to yourself, "Yes! Someone is finally putting into words what I have been sensing but couldn't express!" Well, that is how I felt the first time I read the work of Thomas Jay Oord. He is a theologian, philosopher, author, professor and ... a photographer. He joins the podcast to talk about his newest book titled Pluriform Love. You can learn more about his work on his website: http://thomasjayoord.com - enjoy!

On this episode we observe how bitching - everything from complaining, to calling out, cancelling, tearing down, and character assassinations - are often seen as necessary, and, at times, as the right thing to do. But is there a better way to bring about much-needed and long overdue change? Perhaps there are some questions we can consider together to those who learn to do and live better. Also, for more information on the details for The Blueprint and to register with a discount as a podcast listener visit: https://www.michael-hidalgo.com/blueprint-retreat . Enjoy!!