THE POSITIVE TALK PODCAST - MERGING FAITH & PSYCHOLOGY

Episodes

April 1, 2025

8:6 The delay trap: Procrastination

Ever found yourself avoiding a task not out of laziness, but because it just feels too overwhelming? You’re not alone. In this week’s episode of the Positive Talk Podcast , we unpack the 5 core reasons behind procrastination:...

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March 18, 2025

The Truth About Why We Resist Change

Have you ever felt stuck, knowing you need to make a change but struggling to follow through? Or watched a loved one resist transformation, even when it’s clearly for the best? In this week’s episode of the Positive Talk Podc...

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March 4, 2025

Adult Friendships Two

Friendships and relationships aren’t just nice to have. They shape the quality of our lives. But in our hyper-connected world, many of us feel more isolated than ever. In this episode of Positive Talk Podcast , we dive deep i...

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Feb. 19, 2025

Adult Friendships

Life gets busy, priorities shift, and suddenly, friendships feel more complicated than ever. The effortless connections of childhood give way to packed schedules, changing life stages, and the challenge of maintaining meaning...

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Feb. 6, 2025

Saying "NO" without guilt (Part Two).

Struggling to say "NO" without guilt? What if "NO" was a complete answer—without excuses, regret, or guilt? 🤔Join Julie and Chuck on this week’s Positive Talk Podcast as they unpack the power of setting boundaries with confid...

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Jan. 28, 2025

SAYING NO without guilt!

Have you ever wondered how to say NO without the guilty feelings that follow? What about the concept of NO being a complete sentence? Join Julie and Chuck on this week's Positive Talk Podcast to discuss "how to say NO without...

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Dec. 17, 2024

HOLIDAY FAMILY TENSION

Most of us must prepare ourselves for the inevitable family dispute or turmoil that appears at every Holiday gathering. Whether this is your expectation or your reality, join Chuck and Julie for the Christmas edition of the P...

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Nov. 4, 2024

POLITICS and RELATIONSHIPS

In this special episode, join Julie and Chuck as they unpack how to survive this ugly political season and maintain healthy relationships!

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Oct. 22, 2024

BLENDED FAMILIES: NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART

The relational challenges of blending families can be significant stressors. Join Chuck and Julie for this week's episode as they tackle the psychology and faith elements of blending families.

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Oct. 15, 2024

Strengthen Your Wellbeing

Looking to boost your mental wellbeing? Discover the power of psychological flexibility, all wrapped up in one small word. Tune in as Chuck and Julie explore this transformative concept in the latest episode of the Positive T...

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Oct. 1, 2024

Facing the Fear of the Unknown

In this episode of the Positive Talk Podcast, host Chuck Allen delves into the universal human experience of fearing the unknown. Drawing from personal anecdotes and insights, Chuck explores practical strategies to help liste...

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Sept. 17, 2024

NAVIGATING MESSY RELATIONSHIPS

What makes a relationship “messy?” Simply put, it is when the challenges outweigh the ease, when misunderstandings pile up faster than your laundry, and when you constantly walk on eggshells. J oin Chuck Allen for this brief ...

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Sept. 9, 2024

SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?

We all need to wrestle with when to stay or when to go. Knowing when to stick it out or cut and run is essential to living in peace, whether it is a relationship, career move, or habit. Join Chuck and Julie for this week's ep...

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Sept. 3, 2024

DISCOVERING & DISCERNING GOD'S WILL

Both pastor and therapist hear this question regularly, "How can I know God's will?" Shortly after that, the next question is, "But how can I know it is from God?" Julie and Chuck offer a fresh take from both a psychological ...

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May 30, 2024

EMOTIONALLY SAFE PEOPLE

We all need to become emotionally safe people, and we all need emotionally safe people in our lives. In a world of uncertainty and challenges, being emotionally safe is more important than ever. This episode will explore powe...

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May 24, 2024

EMOTIONALLY SAFE WORKSPACES

We've probably all experienced an unhealthy, unsafe work environment. How do we work out of that environment and create a better workplace experience for our body, mind, and spirit? Join Julie and Chuck for this week's POSITI...

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April 24, 2024

DEALING WITH SUICIDE

On this very special and sensitive edition of the Positive Talk Podcast, join Chuck and Julie as they talk openly about coping and dealing with suicide and its devastating effects on our culture. THIS IS A HIGHLY SENSITIVE EP...

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April 19, 2024

WHY DOES HEALING HURT?

We all have hurt. But why does healing hurt? Healing isn't always easy, and quick fixes rarely lead to significant healing. Join Julie and Chuck on this week's episode of the Positive Talk Podcast.

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April 12, 2024

WHAT DO I DO NEXT?

We are bombarded with decisions every single day. Can anybody help me determine what to do now? Or, better stated, what to do next? Join Julie and Chuck for this helpful episode of the Positive Talk Podcast.

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March 20, 2024

EMOTIONAL HEALING

Heal so you can hear what’s being said without the filter of your wound. We all have filters; when we see them, we can recognize where we’ve engaged in a faulty belief system. Heal without distorted beliefs!

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Dec. 20, 2023

A VERY ANXIOUS CHRISTMAS

Ever struggled with anxiety around the holidays? Maybe it's finances, relationships, or even family? Well, we have as well. Welcome to episode 13 of season 5 as Julie and Chuck unpack some practical ways to lessen the anxieti...

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Nov. 16, 2023

ANXIETY & RELIGION

On this week's Positive Talk Podcast , we are merging faith and psychology in a really practical way as we discuss what happens when we feel anxiety about our faith. There is actually a word, SCRUPULOSITY , for when we feel t...

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Nov. 10, 2023

GASLIGHTED? NOW WHAT?

Last week, Julie and Chuck discussed Gaslighting, and this week, in part two, they will discuss what to do if you are being gaslighted. It starts with ten phrases that help you identify gaslighting and the appropriate respons...

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Oct. 26, 2023

GASLIGHTING part ONE

“You’re crazy”. “It didn’t happen that way,” “You’re too sensitive.” and “Oh stop, you’re okay.” These are all phrases that are used when an individual is seeking to gain power and control over another person through an act ...

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