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I was thrilled to have this conversation about a book that's easily one of my favorites this year. The brilliant author, professor, and public theologian, Esau McCaulley is here to share his personal experience with the many faces of trauma and how he stayed connected to the goodness of God through all of it.\nEsau\u2019s new book, How Far to the Promised Land, is a gripping, powerful story of one man\u2019s journey of survival and hope. This conversation is packed with so much incredible insight all the way through to the end. Here\u2019s what we cover:\n1. Esau's early experiences with trauma (6:59)\n2. How being a dad has been part of Esau\u2019s healing (11:48)\n3. Racial trauma (18:08)\n4. How to integrate different parts of yourself (28:53)\n5. Why we have to tell our stories (31:18)\n6. Esau\u2019s thoughts on forgiveness (40:35)\nCheck out How Far to the Promised Land here!\nFind a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.\nDo you have questions for Dr. Alison?\u2060 Leave them here.\nWant to receive free bonus content? \u2060\u2060Sign up for my free weekly email here.\nRelated Episodes:\nEpisode 78: The Mental Health Benefits of Forgiveness & Thoughts on Grace with Max Lucado\nEpisode 76: When Self-Help Isn\u2019t Enough\u2014Finding the Faith & Strength to Move Forward after Loss & Heartache With Granger Smith\n\nThanks to our sponsors:\nGo to \u2060www.organifi.com/bestofyou\u2060 today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today.\nGet 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout.\nGo to storyworth.com/bestofyou and save $10 on your first purchase!\nStart taking control of your health today at WildHealth.com/BESTOFYOU\nMusic by Andy Luiten\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\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.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices