Episode 24: Boundaries, the Spectrum of Toxicity, and a Note About Evil

Published: Oct. 13, 2022, 8:22 a.m.

b'Today on The Best of You podcast, we\\u2019re diving into how to discern toxic vs. healthy patterns of behavior. There is no one-size fits all when it comes to setting healthy boundaries. It requires discernment and wisdom; strategy and skill. I discuss what I call the Spectrum of Toxicity and the topic of evil (a topic so many of you have asked me about!)\\n\\n\\n\\nHere\\u2019s what we cover:\\n\\n1. What is toxicity? How does it relate to what the Bible calls evil?\\xa0\\n\\n2. What about people who are consistently choosing to do harm?\\xa0\\n\\n3. The spectrum of toxicity\\xa0\\n\\n4. Behaviors that show up on the healthy side of the spectrum\\xa0\\n\\n5. Behaviors that show up on the toxic side of the spectrum\\xa0\\n\\n6. The key ingredient that distinguishes health from toxicity\\xa0\\n\\n7. The best way to become a discerning, wise (& healthier) person.\\xa0\\n\\n8. What does the Bible say about toxicity?\\n\\n\\n\\nThanks to our sponsor Organifi \\u2014Go to www.organifi.com/bestofyou and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today!\\n\\nGet your print, ebook, or audio copy of The Best of You anywhere books are sold.\\n\\nFind a list of resources and the full transcript for this episode here\\n\\n\\n\\nMusic by Andy Luiten\\xa0\\n\\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\\n\\n\\n\\nWhile Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.\\n\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'