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The Best of You

Dr. Alison Cook
Mental Health
Faith
Relationships
Anxiety
Healing
Grief
Trauma
God
Psychology
Boundaries
Personal Growth
Therapy
Parenting
Resilience
Emotional Healing
Hope
Mindfulness
Joy
Internal Family Systems
Self-Care

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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Today's Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

There’s a kind of exhaustion that comes from feeling like nothing you do makes a difference. In today’s episode, Dr. Alison Cook explores 2 Timothy 1:7 and the psychology of feeling powerless. Drawing on the concept o... more

Have you ever replayed a conversation over and over in your mind?

Maybe it was something your partner said. A text that felt off. A moment at work. A look on someone’s face. Suddenly your mind is looping, analyzing, judging, and trying to solve some... more

Today's Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1–14

Why do we resist the very things that could actually help us heal? In today’s episode, Dr. Alison Cook explores the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 and the deeply human tendency to reject simple, meaningful steps toward... more

Today's Scripture: Mark 4:35–41

What happens when fear takes over your body—and you can’t think clearly? In today’s episode, Dr. Alison Cook explores the story of Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4, alongside the psychology of panic, fear, and the ner... more

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Recent Guests

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
Dr. James Cordova
Clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at Clark University; author of The Mindful Path to Intimacy
Clark University
Episode: 203. Staying Close When Connection Feels Hard: The Relationship Skills No One Has Taught You (with Relationship Expert Dr. James Cordova)
Dr. Peace Amadi
Psychology professor, speaker, coach and mental health expert
The Wholehearted Way / author of The Wholehearted Way
Episode: "This Must Be My Fault" — Why We Take Rejection So Personally (Ep 201)
Justin Whitmel Earley
Lawyer, author, husband and father of four; author of The Common Rule, Habits of the Household, and The Body Teaches the Soul
Author, Attorney
Episode: 199. What the Body Teaches Our Soul with Justin Whitmel Earley
Melanie Shankle
Beloved writer and speaker, co-host of the Big Boo Cast; author of Here Be Dragons
Author of Here Be Dragons
Episode: 198: Breaking Painful Generational Patterns—One Woman’s Story of Healing Childhood Wounds with Melanie Shankle
Joel Muddamalle
Theologian, Bible teacher, and author of The Unseen Battle
Proverbs 31 Ministries
Episode: 197: Am I Under Attack—or Just Overwhelmed? Spiritual Warfare and Personal Responsibility with Joel Muddamalle
Nedra Glover Tawwab
A licensed therapist and author known for her work on boundaries and emotional health.
Episode: 195: Caring For Others vs. Carrying Them—How to Build Healthy Dependencies with Nedra Tawwab

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Dr. Alison Cook
Host and therapist who provides guidance through personal challenges with wisdom, kindness, and grace. She interweaves psychology and faith to promote healing and understanding.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Best devotionals you will hear

    I have loved Dr Alison’s weekly show for years but the daily contemplations set a new level for devotionals. So impactful, beautiful, real.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elz Mac
    Australiaa month ago
  • Daily podcast

    I've always been a Dr. Alison fan, but I really love the new daily podcast. They are short, encouraging nuggets of wisdom that are great way to start my morning. This is definitely on my daily lesson.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    waynes3girls
    United Statesa month ago
  • Soothing

    I like these shorter episodes and less commercials! Keep is up Alison!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MG1776KC
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it

    Love the devotionals so much they have encouraged and challenged me in so many ways- when things are going well and when things aren’t. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rubyyyyy77777
    Australia2 months ago
  • Rock solid

    Soul singing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katthemama
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners express deep gratitude for the insights and encouragement provided by Dr. Alison, emphasizing the profound impact on their personal healing journeys.
Many appreciate the combination of psychology and faith, noting how it enriches their understanding of both subjects.
The format including short daily reflections is particularly praised for being grounding and uplifting, with emphasis on practical advice for mental health.

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Talking Points

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206. Getting Unstuck: When Parts of You Are in Conflict (And How to Find Relief)
Q: What do you mean by Move Toward in practical terms?
Move Toward is a three-step process—notice, know, and need—that helps people recognize an activated part, understand its story, and respond in a way that meets the part's underlying need while staying led by the true self.
204. Procrastination Isn’t Laziness: What’s Really Holding You Back with Jon Acuff
Q: What are the first steps you recommend for someone stuck in procrastination who wants to start making progress?
Start small with a 15-minute daily audition for seven days, identify which of the four stages you're stuck in (dream, plan, do, review), and use the four permissions to guide action while giving yourself grace.
204. Procrastination Isn’t Laziness: What’s Really Holding You Back with Jon Acuff
Q: Could you start just helping us understand your own relationship with procrastination and how things shifted for you?
Jon shares his personal journey, explaining how embracing personal responsibility and setting purposeful goals helped him move from scattered attempts to sustained progress, including writing multiple books and refining a practical framework for change.
199. What the Body Teaches Our Soul with Justin Whitmel Earley
Q: What was helpful versus not helpful as you started changing your approach to health and faith?
He notes that while many around him offered one-dimensional views—either purely spiritual or purely medical—the most helpful path was a holistic approach that includes talking with others, medical care when needed, and embracing body-centered practices alongside scripture and prayer.
199. What the Body Teaches Our Soul with Justin Whitmel Earley
Q: How did you begin to put the pieces together after that ER moment and reach out for help?
Earley explains that conversations with many people, therapists, and friends listening with empathy began to assemble pieces he hadn't connected before, leading to his approach that combines community support with embodied spiritual practices.

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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?

Exploring the intersection of psychology and faith, this podcast provides listeners with insightful discussions aimed at addressing personal challenges and fostering emotional well-being. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, including self-care, accountability in relationships, the dynamics of love and grace, and the complex nature of doubt and resilience. Noteworthy for its unique blend of scriptural wisdom and psychological insights, the show invites listeners to engage with their emotions honestly while also equipping them with practical tools for growth and healing. Along with personal anecdotes and expert interviews, the series encourages a deeper understanding of psychological concepts through the lens of faith, making it a rich res... more

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1. Jenna Riemersma
2. Dr. James C. Jackson
3. Jon Acuff
4. Dr. James Cordova
5. Dr. Peace Amadi
6. Justin Whitmel Earley
7. Melanie Shankle
8. Joel Muddamalle

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