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The Best of You

Dr. Alison Cook
Mental Health
Anxiety
Faith
Relationships
Healing
God
Boundaries
Trauma
Psychology
Grief
Therapy
Jesus
Parenting
Resilience
Hope
Mindfulness
Joy
Internal Family Systems
Emotional Healing
Nervous System

Join therapist and author, Dr. Alison Cook, as she guides you through some of your toughest challenges with wisdom, kindness, and grace. Together with friends and experts we'll unpack the best of psychology from a faith-based perspective. You’ll discover how to break free from painful patterns, mend your past, and discover what brings out the best of you.

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What if healing isn’t just about changing your circumstances—but also tending what’s been growing inside of you?

Last week, we explored the metaphor of seed and soil: the way your nature and your nurture shape who you become. This week, we’re going ... more

Today's Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:12–17

In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on the complicated loyalty Jonathan faces as Saul’s son and David’s friend. Through the lens of family systems, she explores what happens when love, truth, guilt, and unhe... more

Today's Scripture: Mark 6:31-32

**Today's devotional is in response to listener requests.**

In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on Jesus’ tender invitation to come away to a quiet place and rest. She explores overstimulation, constant availabil... more

Today's Scripture: Psalm 34: 4-8

In this episode, Dr. Alison Cook reflects on what it means to bring fear into the presence of God. Instead of shaming fear or trying to force it away, she offers a compassionate way to recognize the fearful places wit... more

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Recent Guests

Melanie Schenkel
Guest discussed in episode as a conversation partner
Episode: 212. Why You Feel Everything So Deeply (and Other People Don’t): Childhood, Sensitivity & the Nervous System
Piera Gelardi
Creative visionary and author, co-founder of Refinery29, founder of New Maluma
New Maluma; Refinery29
Episode: 211. Is Productivity Ruining Our Mental Health? Why We Need More Play (Piera Gelardi)
Lindsay Gibson
Clinical psychologist and author of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Private practice / author
Episode: 210: From Emotionally Immature Parents to Emotionally Mature Parenting with Dr. Lindsay Gibson
Kelly Flanagan
Clinical psychologist, author, speaker
The Road Less Triggered / The Less Triggered Tribe
Episode: 209. Triggered in Marriage, Parenting, or Friendship? How to Respond Without Overreacting OR Shutting Down
Tish Harrison Warren
Anglican priest and award-winning author
Author of What Grows in Weary Lands
Episode: 208. Spiritual Dryness, Burnout, and the Desert Seasons of Faith with Tish Harrison Warren
Donna Jackson Nakazawa
Award-winning science journalist and author, expert in neuroscience and emotional healing
Mind Drama / Author
Episode: 207. Why You Can’t Stop Overthinking—and How to Break the Spiral
Jenna Riemersma
Licensed professional counselor, IFS therapist, author of Move Toward
Move Toward (author)
Episode: 206. Getting Unstuck: When Parts of You Are in Conflict (And How to Find Relief)
Dr. James C. Jackson
Clinical psychologist and researcher
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Episode: 205. It’s Not Just Physical: The Emotional Trauma of a Medical Diagnosis
Jon Acuff
New York Times bestselling author; speaker; coach; expert on overthinking goals and getting unstuck
Author, Speaker, Coach
Episode: 204. Procrastination Isn’t Laziness: What’s Really Holding You Back with Jon Acuff

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Dr. Alison Cook
Host and therapist/author guiding discussion and practice from a faith-informed psychology perspective.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • I’m so grateful for this podcast!

    I can’t remember how I discovered Alison’s podcast but I’m so glad that I did. I’ve been you going through a really hard time for over a year and Alison’s wisdom and gentle teaching have not only been a huge support but she is helping me to see God in a different way. When I became a Christian over 40 years ago I did not understand about the Pharisees and Sadducees so when I read Jesus’ harsh words to them, I thought those words were meant for me. This did not help me to feel loved by God and I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Puffmummy
    United Kingdom11 days ago
  • SO grateful

    I’ve always loved Allison’s work, but this is such a beautiful gift to have a few minutes of her wisdom connect connecting the Bible to the body and helping us reintegrate. It’s my favorite thing to listen to getting ready in the morning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    justme514
    United States17 days ago
  • Such a gift

    I found Dr.Alison through her books and have been so grateful to also find this podcast. The daily reflections seem to be such a gift and just what o need to hear each day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessica H Carr
    United States24 days ago
  • The perfect addition to my day!

    I am amazed at how timely each episode is to my daily life! There are so many takeaways that have changed my perspective, illuminated my circumstances, or simply encouraged me to tears. Thank you Dr. Alison!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    musicdenise
    United States2 months ago
  • Refreshing

    This podcast has been such a refreshing addition to my daily routines. I enjoy the combination of Bible verses and psychology.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LilyofGod
    United States2 months ago

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Fans highlight the depth of insight from guests and the host's compassionate guidance.
Many appreciate the concise, devotional format and the kindness in delivery.
Listeners describe the show as a grounding mix of scripture and psychology that feels practical for daily life.

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210: From Emotionally Immature Parents to Emotionally Mature Parenting with Dr. Lindsay Gibson
Q: What does emotional maturity look like in a child, and how can parents recognize it at different developmental stages?
Children show growing emotional maturity when they turn toward important people with eye contact, express their inner world, and demonstrate moments of empathy appropriate to their developmental stage; signs vary by age, with autonomy in toddlers and identity seeking in teens, all within a secure, attuned relationship.
208. Spiritual Dryness, Burnout, and the Desert Seasons of Faith with Tish Harrison Warren
Q: Can you share more about how you talk about resilience practices without turning them into a quick-fix checklist?
Yes. The book emphasizes stability as a holistic practice—stability in prayer, community, and daily habits—while also acknowledging doubt, exhaustion, and the reality of not feeling energized. It invites ongoing growth rather than a rush to end the desert season, focusing on deepening character and trust in God.
208. Spiritual Dryness, Burnout, and the Desert Seasons of Faith with Tish Harrison Warren
Q: Where can people find your book and how should they approach the message of staying rather than escaping?
The book, What Grows in Weary Lands, is available anywhere books are sold, including independent bookstores and online retailers. The core message is that staying in the place you are, rather than searching for a dramatic solution, is where growth and resilience are cultivated; it invites accompaniment rather than a promise of easy fixes.
208. Spiritual Dryness, Burnout, and the Desert Seasons of Faith with Tish Harrison Warren
Q: What would you want to say to someone who feels stuck in this weary land during their daily life?
I would tell them that this is normal and not a sign that they are failing. There is valuable growth happening in the ordinary, sometimes painful moments, and staying engaged with the people around them and the practices they value will open space for transformation over time.
207. Why You Can’t Stop Overthinking—and How to Break the Spiral
Q: How does the book approach rumination as a brain and body issue?
It links rumination to the default mode network and childhood trauma, then provides a practical MIS T framework to decode and address the patterns, followed by somatic exercises to re-engage the body in the healing process.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Best of You

What is The Best of You about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends scripture with psychology to help listeners break patterns, heal from trauma, and live with greater presence and integrity. Across episodes, topics include self-worth, people-pleasing, burnout, power and voice, inner parts work, and navigating faith-based resilience. Guests span clinicians and researchers, but the host remains the steady guide, weaving faith, practical tools, and compassionate storytelling into bite-sized, actionable insights. Unique elements include daily devotionals, integration of biblical narratives with modern psychology, and promotion of related books and resources, which often deepen the listener journey beyond each episode. This combination makes it appealing to Christians seeking mental-health-info... more

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1. Melanie Schenkel
2. Piera Gelardi
3. Lindsay Gibson
4. Kelly Flanagan
5. Tish Harrison Warren
6. Donna Jackson Nakazawa
7. Jenna Riemersma
8. Dr. James C. Jackson

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