In this episode, Dr. Dodd discusses the idea of being accountable…to ourselves (i.e., holding ourselves accountable), accountable to others, and ultimately accountable to God. The importance of being accountable and how to live successfully, as a result. He states, “Accountability is about living in integrity. Your thoughts, words, and actions are consistent with one another and in alignment.”

Feeling lonely is a normal, human experience. We’ve all experienced the situation of feeling alone/lonely, when you’re by yourself or even in a room full of people. Feeling very disconnected from everyone or feeling like no one understands you.

Join Dr. Dodd as he provides several possible factors that contribute to feeling alone and lonely, as well some very practical suggestions on how to address them.

In this episode, Dr. Dodd talks about a subject that has been written about, studied, and discussed for most of recorded history is…the human conscience. From the perspective of religions, various philosophers, social scientists, and psychologists, it has been defined and described in a multitude of different ways.

He states that “the conscience gives us the ability to evaluate our own thoughts and desires, to discern what is right or wrong, and to distinguish between what is good and what is best. When we talk about the conscience, we are often referring to reflection about ourselves as moral persons and about our moral conduct. It is one of the ways God speaks to us.”

In this episode, Dr. Dodd helps the listener discover the truth of “good things happen to those who wait.” He provides helpful suggestions on how to wait successfully, as well as several of the triggers/causes for becoming impatient. Of course, he looks at what God’s Word has to say, about waiting patiently.

So why is this question, “Who Am I” …so important?? It’s critical in helping us make life choices. Knowing what comes from within us, from within ourselves, versus what comes from everyone else. It is vital in helping us live life authentically.

In this episode Dr. Dodd provides the listener with practical information about what a healthy or unhealthy relationship looks like. Join him, if you find yourself in unhealthy relationships, as he gives several suggestions on how to work toward making them healthy!

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Dr. Dodd shares, “that story has been repeated in my office so many times. It’s incredibly sad when that type of relationship is happening. It’s painful for both individuals involved!”

Join Dr. Dodd as he discusses the very common issue of emotional walls/barriers in relationships... what they are, where they come from, why do we have them, and what can be done about them.

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Sometimes stress (defined as eustress) can help you focus and get the task accomplished. But when stress (better identified as distress) is frequent and intense, it can create significant strain on your body and make it very difficult to function. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides insight and suggestions on how to cope with stress!

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Listen, it is true that all of us have said or done something that we wish we hadn’t. But many struggle with the fact that they are often impulsive, maybe several times a day. Acting that way, can lead to problems and regret!

Join Dr. Dodd as he defines impulsivity, describes many more of the symptoms and consequences, as well as possible treatment options. He states, “Simply put, acting impulsively is typically when you act quickly, with little to no thought of the consequences. There’s nothing on your mind beyond that exact moment.”

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“It, trust, is the act or firm belief in an individual…based on truth, reliability, and honesty. It’s having the ability to believe in the good intentions and will of another person… to meet our expectations. Trust creates an environment that feels safe, comfortable, and secure.”

When your trust is broken, to any real/significant degree at all, your sense of security and safety is broken. Join Dr. Dodd as he provides several suggestions/principles on how to Rebuild Trust.

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He states, “The emotionally immature individual will find it hard to effectively convey or process their emotions… often appearing/presenting as being very selfish, self-centered, or distant. They often get defensive and will resort to blaming anyone/everyone but themselves…due to them rarely thinking that anything is their fault. They lack many of the emotional and social skills…leading to difficulty in relating to other adults. Their reactions are more what you might expect to see from a child…than out of an adult. The emotionally immature tend to overdramatize situations. They usually focus just on themselves. Being emotionally immature brings absolute havoc into relationships, homes, and communities.” 

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We live in a very conflictual time. If you don’t know how to manage, or often find yourself mismanaging conflict… you’ve likely discovered that it can cause great harm (e.g., trust compromised, communication suffers, distance sets in, etc.) in a relationship. Dr. Dodd states that, “It is my desire to help you learn, or be reminded of, that conflict managed in a healthy way (i.e., sensibly, efficiently, solution seeking, mutually respectful, and a scripturally sound manner) can provide real opportunity to strengthen the relationship between individuals.

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Finally, Dr. Dodd discusses the dilemma of being defiant with God or submitting (being obedient) to His authority over our lives.

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In this episode, Dr. Dodd talks about the criticalness of being “gut level” honest with yourself. We’ve all been taught from a very early age that “honesty is the best policy.” That we should be, in all our dealings whether big or small…be honest. It’s vital to be honest with others…but it’s critical to be honest with yourself.

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So, being a spiritual leader…what does that even mean? In this episode, Dr. Dodd sheds light on what he has come to believe it means, to spiritually lead... as well as, what it doesn’t. 

In this episode, Dr. Dodd speaks especially to those individuals who find themselves daily, struggling with the condition of an anxiety disorder. He offers direction, information, and practical strategies on how navigate through this very common struggle in our society. 

Change can disrupt your routine. The associated stress can bring feelings of being overwhelmed. But finding ways to accept, cope, work through, learn from them, can make these transitions smoother, less troubling or stressful. Having coping strategies can help you become more resilient to stress and make it easier to adapt to the changes in your life. Join Dr. Dodd as he gives several very practical suggestions/tips on how to cope with change.

He states, “It is beyond critical that individuals involved in any meaningful relationship…speak. It’s especially true within families, marriages, or any other close relationship. To share your thoughts, needs, desires, etc. are imperative. If you don’t, then others in your life are put in a position of guessing what you are thinking…of having to assume.”

He further states, “that while there are those who believe that an emotional affair is harmless, since there is not a sexual component to the relationship, most marriage and relationship experts view it as being unfaithful.” Emotional affairs often serve as a gateway to sexual infidelity. They take place when an individual invests more of their emotional energy outside of their marriage. They receive emotional support and companionship from the “other” person…not their spouse.

“It is my desire to share with you some of the more common hurdles associated with those expectations, such as realistic vs. unrealistic expectations, and what to do when those expectations are not met.”

In this episode Dr. Dodd declares that, while we all can go through times of feeling like we’re in a rut, “You absolutely can do something about this!” He shares with the listener several tips/suggestions on how to become “unstuck.” Whether it’s mental, physical, emotional, or spiritual “stuckness!”

Join Dr. Dodd, as he addresses the myth (or completely wrong conclusion) that men are unfeeling, void of emotions.  

It can be more than just an intellectual understanding/agreement. It’s a way of living! To be able to trust His peace and Hope…to live it out…to wrap your heart around it!

In this episode Dr. Dodd says, “I want to take a few moments to talk about the importance of our actions matching our words. You know the issue, “your actions speak so loud I can’t hear a word you’re saying!” In other words, an individual’s credibility and/or trustworthiness, is largely based on their ability to “live out” what they mean or say…with their words. Too often we take someone’s words as the truth, even when all the evidence points otherwise.

In this episode, Dr. Dodd shares some of the major/critical points/topics (the “laundry list”) that he believes must be addressed…increasing the likelihood of success. Knowing what to expect can help you address issues before they become bigger than necessary.

In this episode Dr. Dodd asks that all men (especially) listen with an open heart and mind. With no desire or intention to shame, guilt, or criticize…he challenges you to be strong, honorable, have integrity, be a man of faith, and a seeker of wisdom and the heart of God. 

Join Dr. Dodd as he addresses the possible causes of depression, common types of depression, several of the various treatment options available, and some important thoughts regarding depression and the believer.  

In this episode, Dr. Dodd sheds some light on what being a narcissist is…and is not. He states that “It’s an effort to give both men and women some hope.” To the women, the awareness that not all men are…and to the men (while you may have been labeled as one) it’s not necessarily so…you just may have other problems!  

Join Dr. Dodd has he also provides some very practical tips on how to “deal” with the narcissist that may be in your life.   

In this episode, Dr. Dodd provides some of the more common “factors” that play a part in people doing what they do. He emphasizes that, knowing the “why” is critical to maintain (or change) a behavior, direction, or accomplish a goal. 

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