Oh my. You’ve touched on a painful reality that I often experience in my work as well as the church and yet, I haven’t identified what’s actually at play. These words are a breath of fresh air; I’m so very excited about the release of this new book.
Thank you, Dr. Stewart! ;) Yes, it’s painful isn’t it?! I know you’ve been at this work for many, many years – it’s an interesting evolution, particularly in therapy and spiritual formation spaces. We need to catch up!
Thank you, Chuck. So very thought provoking! Yes, I guess I want to get deeper into this and will order your new book…I’m so looking forward to reading it.
"What is the fruit over time?" Such a powerful question. Fauxnerability works frightfully well in marginalized communities where "selfless" leaders center themselves by playing saint and/or advocate. I've worked and coached in organizations where this happens, and I know the care required in the exit and the aftermath. As you've noted, these leaders leverage the language of healing without showing any real intent of participating in their own healing. That's why the question is so important: it reveals patterns over time and provides insight for discerning what to do.
Surrender as a requirement for healing... I'm so grateful for your keen eye and thoughtful articulation of these cultural trends. Can't wait to read the book.
So good.
Thank you Keri 🙏🏼
Oh my. You’ve touched on a painful reality that I often experience in my work as well as the church and yet, I haven’t identified what’s actually at play. These words are a breath of fresh air; I’m so very excited about the release of this new book.
As always, grateful for your voice.
Thank you, Dr. Stewart! ;) Yes, it’s painful isn’t it?! I know you’ve been at this work for many, many years – it’s an interesting evolution, particularly in therapy and spiritual formation spaces. We need to catch up!
Thank you, Chuck. So very thought provoking! Yes, I guess I want to get deeper into this and will order your new book…I’m so looking forward to reading it.
"What is the fruit over time?" Such a powerful question. Fauxnerability works frightfully well in marginalized communities where "selfless" leaders center themselves by playing saint and/or advocate. I've worked and coached in organizations where this happens, and I know the care required in the exit and the aftermath. As you've noted, these leaders leverage the language of healing without showing any real intent of participating in their own healing. That's why the question is so important: it reveals patterns over time and provides insight for discerning what to do.
Surrender as a requirement for healing... I'm so grateful for your keen eye and thoughtful articulation of these cultural trends. Can't wait to read the book.