Episode 91 - The Masculine Healing Journey with Dr. Bob Schuchts
As men, we often find it difficult to look at our woundedness and need for healing. Why is that, and what can we do to engage the process better in this important area? In this episode, renowned Catholic psychologist Dr. Bob Schuchts joins Jake and Brett to discuss healing in a deeply personal way. The three men share examples of healing in their own lives, and Dr. Bob helps Jake work through a childhood memory live on the episode. You can hear more from Dr. Bob and Jake on their podcast, Restore the Glory. Don’t forget to check the show notes for many helpful resources!
Guiding Quote
“Healing is an essential dimension of the apostolic mission and of Christianity. When understood at a sufficiently deep level, this expresses the entire content of redemption.” - Pope Benedict XVI (Jesus of Nazareth)
Key Points
How men’s ministry led to Dr. Bob’s healing work
Off script discussion of the phenomenon of Jordan Peterson
Dr. Bob shares what comes to mind when he thinks of healing in men
Understanding why men resist healing
The struggle against powerlessness as men
The Seven Deadly Wounds that occurred in the Garden of Eden
Description of the anatomy of a wound: wound, beliefs, vows
How we can get a hold of what’s happening within our hearts
Dr. Bob helps Jake break down the anatomy of a wound from his own life
Hope and the Seven Signs of Healing
Discussion Questions
What stood out to you in this episode?
Do you fear the feeling of powerlessness?
What are some everyday moments that have happened in the past week that can point you to what’s going on in your heart right now?
Resources
Restore the Glory (podcast) with Jake Khym and Dr. Bob Schuchts
Be Healed (book), Dr. Bob Schuchts
Be Devoted (book), Dr. Bob Schuchts
Restore the Glory Episodes 12-16: Anatomy of a Wound series
Anatomy of a Wound (image)
The work of Jordan Peterson
Wild at Heart (book), John Eldredge
Jesus of Nazareth (book), Pope Benedict XVI
