Wired For Connection: The Psychology Behind Our Need To Be Seen with Curt Thompson, MD - Part 1 (SEEN SERIES)

Wired For Connection: The Psychology Behind Our Need To Be Seen with Curt Thompson, MD - Part 1 (SEEN SERIES)

Author: Teresa Whiting September 16, 2025 Duration: 34:06
The human heart carries a longing to be truly seen and known. In this conversation with psychiatrist Curt Thompson, MD, we explore this universal yearning not as a weakness or flaw, but as the very cornerstone of our humanity. Whether you've felt invisible, misunderstood, or afraid to reveal your true self, this conversation offers hope and practical wisdom. Join us as we explore how embracing the gaze of God and safe others can rewire our brains and restore our souls. Click here for sh...

Teresa Whiting hosts Beauty in the Brokenness, a space crafted for Christian women navigating the complex intersections of faith, sexuality, and personal wellness. As an author and trauma-informed life coach, Teresa approaches Bible study not as a distant academic exercise, but as a practical source of strength for daily life. Her voice is that of a compassionate guide, someone who understands struggle firsthand and refuses to shy away from difficult topics. In each episode, you'll find candid discussions that aim to dismantle shame, particularly around sexuality and body image, while firmly rooting every conversation in the hope of spiritual freedom. This podcast recognizes that healing is a holistic journey, touching on aspects of mental, physical, and spiritual health as interconnected parts of a whole life. It’s for anyone who has ever felt fractured, questioning how their faith meets their very real human experiences. Through these honest dialogues, the recurring theme is one of encountering a God actively involved in restoration, offering redemption for every broken piece. Tune in for a blend of thoughtful scripture exploration and relatable storytelling that feels less like a lecture and more like a conversation with a trusted friend.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Beauty in the Brokenness – Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Healing, Trauma, Hope)
Podcast Episodes
Set Free on the Sabbath: The Hunched Woman’s Story (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:36
She slumps into her seat in the back row, feeling out of place. Bent double, eyes on the ground, bound by eighteen years of oppression. The hunched woman from Luke 13 enters the synagogue, little knowing that an encounte…
An Ancient Cure for Modern Anxiety: Psalm 71 (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:19
Struggling with anxiety? Psalm 71 has a surprising, free prescription — and it works. Find hope, practical tools, and truth for every age and stage of life. Click here for show notes. Watch this episode on YouTube. Thank…
Worship in the Dark with Myshel Wilkins (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:06
What if the song you sing in the dark becomes the strength you stand on in the light? We sit down with musician, author, and missionary kid Myshel Wilkins to trace a pathway through eight miscarriages, hidden ambition, a…
Trusting God In Uncertain Times: Psalm 146 (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:45
Teresa walks through Psalm 146 alongside the story of the bleeding woman, exploring what it really looks like to anchor your hope in God when life feels uncertain. Drawing from a raw personal experience, she unpacks why…
Holding Onto Hope in Chronic Illness with Ashley Jameson (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:47
If you’ve ever been told, “There’s nothing wrong,” “It’s just anxiety,” or “It’s all in your head,” when you knew something wasn’t right—you’re not alone, and you’re not crazy! Ashley Jameson shares her journey of more t…
From Bleeding Woman to Beloved Daughter (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:26
The story of the bleeding woman reveals Jesus' heart to heal not just our bodies, but our hearts and souls. After twelve years of suffering and isolation, an unnamed woman risks everything to touch Jesus' garment. When s…
Psalm 142: Permission to Grieve (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:42
What if the healing you’ve been missing isn’t more willpower or distraction, but a language you were never taught? We open the door to lament - honest, raw prayer that tells the truth about pain - and trace a simple, cou…
Healing Trauma Without Closure with Lisa Saruga (SEEN SERIES) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:01
What do you do when justice and closure never come? In this episode of Beauty in the Brokenness, trauma therapist and author Lisa Saruga shares her powerful story of surviving violent trauma, the reopening of her cold ca…