Unscripted is as the name implies. An unscripted and raw look at life, living and sorrow. What lessons of life can we consider to live life more meaningfully?
The podcast delves into profound themes of grief and loss, as articulated by Dr. Ray Mitsch, who presents a recorded lecture originally given to the Christian Counselors Fellowship. This episode is poignantly dedicated to the memory of a dear friend whose death serves as a backdrop for the discussion on how loss can foster connections, particularly with the emerging Generation Z. Dr. Mitsch explores the unique characteristics of th...
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The central theme of this discourse revolves around the dichotomy between a formulaic approach to spirituality and the profound nature of faith. Dr. Ray Mitsch elucidates the pervasive tendency among individuals to reduce their relationship with the divine to a mere series of if-then propositions, thereby undermining the essential trust and vulnerability that underpin authentic faith. Throu...
Engaging with the intricacies of grief, Dr. Ray Mitsch joins Lisa Anderson on the Boundless Show to discuss his insightful book, "The Seasons of Our Grief: Embracing the Journey." The discussion sheds light on the prevalent misconceptions surrounding grief, particularly the linear models often referenced in psychological literature. Dr. Mitsch argues that grief is more akin to the changing seasons, each with its own emotional lands...
Dr. Ray Mitsch explores the complexities of grief and the significance of anniversaries in this thought-provoking episode. He emphasizes that facing loss and sorrow, rather than avoiding it, can lead to a deeper understanding of life and its meaning. Throughout the discussion, Dr. Mitsch highlights the difference between mere knowledge about grief and the wisdom gained from truly experiencing it. He challenges the notion that happi...
This podcast episode delves into the complex nature of grief, emphasizing the distinction between viewing grief as a series of stages versus experiencing it as a series of seasons. Dr. Ray Mitsch reflects on the emotional turmoil and experiences that arise during the grieving process, particularly highlighting the "spring of our grief" where feelings of sadness, anger, and denial can resurface unexpectedly. He shares personal anecd...
This podcast delves into the crucial distinction between vulnerability and accountability in our lives, particularly within Christian communities. The discussion emphasizes that while accountability often involves external pressures and questions, true growth stems from personal vulnerability—an act of willingly exposing oneself to potential emotional wounds. Dr. Mitschargues that vulnerability fosters trust and intimacy, which are...
The journey through sorrow is filled with surprises some happy, some unexpected, and some downright bad. How do we navigate these, and what is important about them?
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Dr. Mitsch dives into a topic that we love to talk about, but struggle to live with any degree of authenticity. How are you at accepting grace in your life?
Dr. Mitsch reaches back into the archives to tackle a very familiar topic not only from his career in helping people, but also his teaching career. He tackles the issue of how comfortable shame is for us. Shame is an underestimated but overly familiar feature of most of our relationships with ourselves, with others and with God. Without a clear understanding of it, we can do little to live fully in the grace that ...
How is physical healing like emotional healing? Dr. Mitsch reflects on his recent recovery from knee replacement to the emotional healing that grief and loss presents us through our lives.
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Dr. Mitsch takes the time to look at the very nature of our journey through life and the subtext that goes with it - sorrow. Being true to ourselves and how we feel may actually free us to connect with people who want to do so the same!
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Sometimes our greatest fear is that we will be perceived as selfish as we walk the journey of grief. There is little discussion to be found about the difference between being selfish, and healthy self-care. Listen in to find out the difference, and the importance of self-care as we grieve.
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What's grace have to do with our journey through sorrow, or even living life? Listen in to see the connection between grace, grief, and expectations.
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During the journey we are always looking for some sign that we are back to "normal." Of course, we never define what "normal" is. Dr. Mitsch takes the time to explore our desire for "normal" and what we can do to find ways to be gentle with ourselves through our journey through grief.
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When we are walking our journey of grief, we are often at a loss for what is the “right” way to do it. We are searching for a way to figure out whether we are engaging the journey through grief in a way that will allow us to get through it as fast as possible. Unfortunately, speed isn’t the issue. It is our full engagement with the journey that is critical to our healing. Listen to find out the important issues at this stage of...
During these early days and weeks of sorrow, we often feel like we are caught in a time warp, and then we are jerked back to a reality that we really didn't want to return to. That's where Dr. Mitsch is. He takes the time to reflect on the recent reactions, feelings, and struggle to accept a reality that he really doesn't want to accept. Life may go on, but we have to go on gently with ourselves.
In the aftermath of the funeral service, there is a natural time of reflection and a disconcerting level of numbness that settles in. How do we navigate the reflections from all the conversations and stories that are shared?
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"I appreciate the condolences from people, but it just prompts more pain for me." That's a quote from someone as he tried to navigate his journey through grief. The compassion offered by those for our grief journey ends up hurting as much as it helps. Why is that? What can we do in response?
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Join Dr. Mitsch as he reflects on his own journey through grief, and examines the role that comparisons play in interrupting and disrupting the important work there is to do with our grief. Our comparisons will often rob us of the opportunity to honor the relationship we had with the person we loved.
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Have you ever heard the word, "lament?" It evokes images of weeping, wailing, and profound grief doesn't it? We don't often use the word anymore, but it is very fitting for what we feel when we lose someone we loved. Join Dr. Mitsch on this personal journey of lament in everyday life and see what you can learn about your own journey through grief.
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