How Spirituality Can Shield You from Depression | Dr. Lisa Miller

The Passion Struck Podcast is HERE!! 💥 https://passionstruck.com/passion-str... Listen, follow, and rate wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts OR watch here on YouTube. New episodes drop every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday! --- In this enlightening episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes Dr. Lisa Miller, a New York Times bestselling author and a leading expert on the science of spirituality. Together, they explore the profound connection between spirituality and mental health, revealing how cultivating a spiritual life can significantly reduce the risk of depression. Dr. Miller shares groundbreaking insights from her latest book, The Awakened Brain, discussing how spiritual practices can enhance resilience, foster emotional grit, and even shield us from the depths of despair. Join us as we delve into the importance of spiritual awareness, the role of community, and the transformative power of purpose. Whether you're seeking to deepen your spiritual journey or looking for ways to support your mental well-being, this episode offers invaluable guidance and practical advice. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more inspiring content! Time stamps 3:08 - Introduction of Dr. Lisa Miller 10:08 - Spiritual Response to Trauma 20:56 - Achieving Awareness vs. Awakened Awareness 31:39 - PTSD and Decline in Spiritual Practice 37:50 - Science of Spirituality and Transcendence 48:34 - Balance and Intentionality in Life 50:43 - Potential for Spiritual Growth in Despair Thank You to Our Sponsors: Quince: Experience luxury for less with Quince’s premium products at radically low prices. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at https://www.quince.com/passion. Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/passion --► Subscribe to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast.... --► Subscribe to Passion Struck Clips:    / @passionstruckclips   *Our Patreon Page:   / passionstruck  . Want to watch more in-depth interviews with some of the world’s most insightful people? Find full episodes here:    / johnrmiles  . Connect with John R. Miles: Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/ Visit the Passion Struck Podcast: https://passionstruck.com/passion-str... Visit the John R. Miles BLOG: https://johnrmiles.com/blog/ Follow John on TWITTER:   / john_rmiles   Follow John on INSTAGRAM:   / john_r_miles   Like John on FACEBOOK:   / johnrmiles.c0m   #passionstruck #johnrmiles #intentionalliving