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32: Merry Happy Holidays
Christmas traditions often feel timeless, but many of them were borrowed-or outright stolen-from ancient pagan festivals. In this holiday episode, we explore the origins of beloved customs like gift-giving, trees, and even Santa Claus himself. Plus, we share ideas for creating your own meaningful traditions that celebrate connection and joy, no matter your beliefs. It’s a fresh take on the season that’ll have you rethinking what it means to celebrate!
Topics: Christmas traditions, Pagan holiday origins, Non-religious Christmas, Creating new holiday traditions, Secular Christmas ideas, Winter solstice celebrations, Christian holidays and paganism, Holiday traditions for atheists, Cultural evolution of Christmas
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31: PCOS, Partnership, and Resilience - How Health Challenges Impact Relationships
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When one partner faces a health challenge, it affects both people in the relationship. In this episode, we explore how couples share physical, mental, and emotional burdens through the lens of living with PCOS. Drawing on personal experience and fascinating research, we discuss how long-term couples develop biological similarities, why optimism is a secret weapon, and how shared struggles can s...
Love Beyond Belief Episode 30: Time Wasted
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In part two of our deep dive into post-deconstruction, we tackle the challenges of rebuilding your identity after leaving faith. How do you confront lingering guilt, reclaim your values, and navigate relationships with those still in the church? Join us as we unpack the tools you need to heal, grow, and thrive beyond belief. Topics: post-deconstruction, leaving religion, rebuilding identity, he...
30: Time Wasted Part II
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In part two of our deep dive into post-deconstruction, we tackle the challenges of rebuilding your identity after leaving faith. How do you confront lingering guilt, reclaim your values, and navigate relationships with those still in the church? Join us as we unpack the tools you need to heal, grow, and thrive beyond belief. Topics: post-deconstruction, leaving religion, rebuilding identity, he...
29: Wasted Time
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Leaving your faith can feel like losing years of your life-but what if those experiences weren’t wasted? In this episode, we explore how to navigate post-deconstruction with a sense of purpose and gratitude. Learn how to reframe your past, find value in your journey, and avoid bitterness as you move forward." Topics: post-deconstruction, religious deconstruction, life after religion, finding pu...
27: Emotional Command Systems
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In this episode of Love Beyond Belief, we’re moving past surface-level relationship advice to dive into the science-backed concepts of bid theory and emotional command systems. Join us as we explore how our emotions function like trains on tracks, each guided by distinct systems-like the playful Jester, protective Sentry, and nurturing Nest-Builder-that shape our unique responses to love, confl...
26: Purity Rings
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In this episode, we dive into the history and impact of purity rings and the larger purity culture that emerged from the evangelical Christian movement of the 1990s. Purity rings, often given to symbolize a commitment to abstinence until marriage, were touted as a moral badge of honor, especially for women. However, the emotional and psychological toll of this movement has left many with feelin...
25: If You Didn't Post It, It Didn't Happen
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In this episode, we’re reflecting on Lindsey's recent high school reunion, where we had some interesting realizations about the passage of time, personal growth, and how much things-and people-change. We also dive into the societal pressure to display happiness on social media, touching on how people often make assumptions when someone isn’t actively posting. The constant need to curate and mai...
24: I Kissed Dating Goodbye
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In this episode, we take a critical look at Josh Harris’s controversial book I Kissed Dating Goodbye. The book, which became a cornerstone of the purity culture movement, promoted courtship over dating and shaped the relationship beliefs of many young Christians. We explore the long-term impact of its teachings on relationships, sexuality, and personal growth, and discuss where Harris’s ideas f...
TTYP 7: The In-laws
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Today we dive into the often tricky topic of discussing in-laws with your partner. From setting boundaries to managing family expectations, we explore how differing opinions on closeness with in-laws can create tension in a marriage. We share practical tips on how to talk to your partner about family dynamics, align on values, and protect the “new” family you’re building together. Whether your ...
21: A Well Trained Wife
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Today we dive into the powerful memoir A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy. We explore the themes of control, submission, and breaking free from restrictive gender roles within a controlling patriarchal household. Join us as we reflect on Tia Levings’ journey to reclaim autonomy, the dangers of rigid belief systems, and how this book resonates with our own deconstruction st...
20: Hobbies
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In Episode 20 of "Love Beyond Belief," we dive into the role hobbies play in keeping a relationship strong and healthy. Whether shared activities or personal passions, hobbies can bring balance, reduce stress, and create opportunities for connection. We discuss how having hobbies can strengthen your bond as a couple, promote personal growth, and even help manage relationship conflicts. We also ...
19: So, You Lost Your Job
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In Episode 19 of "Love Beyond Belief," we discuss Lindsey's recent experience with being laid off and how it relates to the current surge in layoffs and economic uncertainty in the US. We share the emotional impact of job loss, the challenges it brings, and how to navigate this difficult time. At this time, many are grappling with similar fears and uncertainties - join us as we explore coping s...
18: Sometimes We Camp
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18: Sometimes We Camp
17: Google Is Your Priest
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17: Google Is Your Priest
16: The Anniversary Episode
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16: The Anniversary Episode
TTYP 5: Boundaries
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TTYP 5: Boundaries
15: The Prosperity Gospel
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15: The Prosperity Gospel
14: Papercuts
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14: Papercuts
13: r/christianmarriage
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13: r/christianmarriage
TTYP 4: Values
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TTYP 4: Values
12: Joyfully Available
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12: Joyfully Available
11: Left Behind
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11: Left Behind
10: It's The End Of The World As We Know It, Am I Fine?
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10: It's The End Of The World As We Know It, Am I Fine?
TTYP 3: I Like The Way You
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TTYP 3: I Like The Way You
9: Deconstructing With Your Partner
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9: Deconstructing With Your Partner
8: The Five Love Languages
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8: The Five Love Languages
7: Secular Vs. Christian Dating
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7: Secular Vs. Christian Dating
TTYP 2: Purpose
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TTYP 2: Purpose
6: The Cohabitation Situation
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6: The Cohabitation Situation

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  • @natalieeubank4533
    @natalieeubank4533 День тому

    Saint Nicholas was a real man and he gave gifts to children which was made into something much bigger, Christ came first before anything he came as a baby to die on a cross for our sins so that we wouldn’t have to be forever separated from him in hell only Merry Christmas exists for my family and I

  • @NaomyMisoga
    @NaomyMisoga 8 місяців тому

    From kenya 🇰🇪 support done fully ❤