Madness & Grace Podcast

S4 EP6: Letting Go of Perfectionism

Perfectionism often looks like strength on the outside, but fuels anxiety, shame, and exhaustion. What if there’s a healthier way to strive — and a more grace-filled way to live? 🎙️ In episode 6 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, explore Letting Go of Perfectionism.  Tune in to discover: * How perfectionism fuels anxiety, shame, and exhaustion  * The difference between healthy striving and harmful self-pressure   * How grace invites freedom from performance-driven living   If you have a question or topic you'd like for us to address in an upcoming episode, please email us at contact@hhci.org [contact@hhci.org]. 🌟 Know someone who could use a little hope today? Sharing this episode and the podcast is a meaningful way to extend hope to those who may be struggling with mental health concerns. 💙 ________________ Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.  👉 Continue exploring mental health resources and podcast episodes: https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe [https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe] ________________ Learn more about: * Hope and Healing Center & Institute at HHCI.org [http://hhci.org/] * Gateway to Hope, our mental health training program, at GTHU.org [https://gthu.org/]. GTHU offers evidence-based mental and behavioral health training through our Learning Portal, resources, and ongoing support to individuals, faith communities, schools, and workplaces. Visit Learn.GTHU.org [https://learn.gthu.org/en/] to explore our trainings and start your transformative journey today! Follow us on Social Media and Stay Connected:  * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GatewaytoHope/podcasts] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GatewaytoHope/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gatewaytohope] ________________ HHCI The Hope Line Are you in need of free mental health support? Call our Hope Line to receive up to 30 minutes of free mental health coaching over the phone and receive referrals from our vetted provider network. Our trained peer professionals are here to listen, support, and guide you toward hope and healing. Available daily: 5-8 PM CT | English & Spanish The Hope Line Number: (832) 831-7337 Reasons People Call: * Anxiety * Depression * Loneliness * Relationship challenges * Work stress * Recent trauma * Help finding free or affordable mental health resources You can also start by chatting with Grace, our friendly AI assistant, who can help you find the right mental health resources anytime.  👉 Talk to Grace today: https://gthu.org/ [https://gthu.org/]

S4 EP5: Spiritual Doubt and Deconstructing Your Faith

What if doubt could strengthen faith, deepen community, and help faith communities better support those who are struggling?  🎙️ In episode 5 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, discuss Spiritual Doubt and Deconstructing Your Faith.  Tune in to discover: * Why doubt is a common experience in the life of faith   * How to navigate questions without losing hope or community   * What faith communities can do to support people wrestling with belief   If you have a question or topic you'd like for us to address in an upcoming episode, please email us at contact@hhci.org [contact@hhci.org]. 🌟 Know someone who could use a little hope today? Sharing this episode and the podcast is a meaningful way to extend hope to those who may be struggling with mental health concerns. 💙 ________________ Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.  👉 Continue exploring mental health resources and podcast episodes: https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe [https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe] ________________ Faith communities are often the first place people turn during their hardest moments.  Is your leadership equipped to respond? Gateway to Hope's FREE Empower Faith Communities Training equips pastors, ministry leaders, and faith organizations with the tools to respond to mental health challenges with compassion, confidence, and hope.  👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tnWPUX [https://bit.ly/4tnWPUX] ________________ Learn more about: * Hope and Healing Center & Institute at HHCI.org [http://hhci.org/] * Gateway to Hope, our mental health training program, at GTHU.org [https://gthu.org/]. GTHU offers evidence-based mental and behavioral health training through our Learning Portal, resources, and ongoing support to individuals, faith communities, schools, and workplaces. Visit Learn.GTHU.org [https://learn.gthu.org/en/] to explore our trainings and start your transformative journey today! Follow us on Social Media and Stay Connected:  * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GatewaytoHope/podcasts] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GatewaytoHope/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gatewaytohope] ________________ HHCI The Hope Line Are you in need of free mental health support? Call our Hope Line to receive up to 30 minutes of free mental health coaching over the phone and receive referrals from our vetted provider network. Our trained peer professionals are here to listen, support, and guide you toward hope and healing. Available daily: 5-8 PM CT | English & Spanish The Hope Line Number: (832) 831-7337 Reasons People Call: * Anxiety * Depression * Loneliness * Relationship challenges * Work stress * Recent trauma * Help finding free or affordable mental health resources You can also start by chatting with Grace, our friendly AI assistant, who can help you find the right mental health resources anytime.  👉 Talk to Grace today: https://gthu.org/ [https://gthu.org/]

S4 EP4: Finding Peace Through Prayer

🕊️ Feeling anxious? Discover how prayer can calm your mind and restore peace to support everyday mental wellness.   🎙️ In episode 4 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, explore Finding Peace Through Prayer.  Tune in to discover:   * How prayer can calm anxiety and re-center the mind in God’s presence * Different forms of prayer that cultivate peace in daily life   * Why spiritual practices and mental health care can work together   If you have a question or topic you'd like for us to address in an upcoming episode, please email us at contact@hhci.org [contact@hhci.org]. 🌟 Know someone who could use a little hope today? Sharing this episode and the podcast is a meaningful way to extend hope to those who may be struggling with mental health concerns. 💙 ________________ Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.  👉 Continue exploring mental health resources and podcast episodes: https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe [https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe] ________________ Learn more about: * Hope and Healing Center & Institute at HHCI.org [http://hhci.org/] * Gateway to Hope, our mental health training program, at GTHU.org [https://gthu.org/]. GTHU offers evidence-based mental and behavioral health training through our Learning Portal, resources, and ongoing support to individuals, faith communities, schools, and workplaces. Visit Learn.GTHU.org [https://learn.gthu.org/en/] to explore our trainings and start your transformative journey today! Follow us on Social Media and Stay Connected:  * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GatewaytoHope/podcasts] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GatewaytoHope/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gatewaytohope] ________________ HHCI The Hope Line Are you in need of free mental health support? Call our Hope Line to receive up to 30 minutes of free mental health coaching over the phone and receive referrals from our vetted provider network. Our trained peer professionals are here to listen, support, and guide you toward hope and healing. Available daily: 5-8 PM CT | English & Spanish The Hope Line Number: (832) 831-7337 Reasons People Call: * Anxiety * Depression * Loneliness * Relationship challenges * Work stress * Recent trauma * Help finding free or affordable mental health resources You can also start by chatting with Grace, our friendly AI assistant, who can help you find the right mental health resources anytime.  👉 Talk to Grace today: https://gthu.org/ [https://gthu.org/]

S4 EP3: Mental Health in the Workplace

Feeling burned out or overwhelmed at work?   🎙️ In episode 3 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, discuss Mental Health in the Workplace, and how we can create healthier, more supportive work environments.   Tune in to discover:   * How stress, burnout, and anxiety commonly show up in professional life   * Healthy boundaries and strategies for protecting mental wellbeing at work   * What employers, leaders, and faith communities can do to support workers   If you have a question or topic you'd like for us to address in an upcoming episode, please email us at contact@hhci.org [contact@hhci.org]. 🌟 Know someone who could use a little hope today? Sharing this episode and the podcast is a meaningful way to extend hope to those who may be struggling with mental health concerns. 💙 ________________ Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.  👉 Continue exploring mental health resources and podcast episodes: https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe [https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe] ________________ Ready to move from insight to action? 💼 Gateway to Hope's FREE Empower Workplaces Training helps organizations build healthier workplace cultures by equipping teams and leaders to recognize concerns and respond with clarity, confidence, and compassion. 👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M5907Y [https://bit.ly/3M5907Y] ________________ Learn more about: * Hope and Healing Center & Institute at HHCI.org [http://hhci.org/] * Gateway to Hope, our mental health training program, at GTHU.org [https://gthu.org/]. GTHU offers evidence-based mental and behavioral health training through our Learning Portal, resources, and ongoing support to individuals, faith communities, schools, and workplaces. Visit Learn.GTHU.org [https://learn.gthu.org/en/] to explore our trainings and start your transformative journey today! Follow us on Social Media and Stay Connected:  * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GatewaytoHope/podcasts] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GatewaytoHope/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gatewaytohope] ________________ HHCI The Hope Line Are you in need of free mental health support? Call our Hope Line to receive up to 30 minutes of free mental health coaching over the phone and receive referrals from our vetted provider network. Our trained peer professionals are here to listen, support, and guide you toward hope and healing. Available daily: 5-8 PM CT | English & Spanish The Hope Line Number: (832) 831-7337 Reasons People Call: * Anxiety * Depression * Loneliness * Relationship challenges * Work stress * Recent trauma * Help finding free or affordable mental health resources You can also start by chatting with Grace, our friendly AI assistant, who can help you find the right mental health resources anytime.  👉 Talk to Grace today: https://gthu.org/ [https://gthu.org/]

S4 EP2: Prevention and Brain Health

🧠 What if caring for your brain today could change your mental health tomorrow? 🎙️ In episode 2 of the Madness & Grace Podcast, hosts Matthew S. Stanford, Ph.D., behavioral neuroscientist and CEO, and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S, Chief Clinical Officer, dive into Prevention and Brain Health, and why it matters at every stage of life. Tune in to discover:  * What brain health means for everyone, not just older adults * Daily habits that protect mental clarity, mood, and resilience over time * How faith, community, and lifestyle choices work together in prevention If you have a question or topic you'd like for us to address in an upcoming episode, please email us at contact@hhci.org [contact@hhci.org]. 🌟 Know someone who could use a little hope today? Sharing this episode and the podcast is a meaningful way to extend hope to those who may be struggling with mental health concerns. 💙 ________________ Our podcast brings together expert-led, practical, and compassionate conversations that pair clinical insight with real‑world tools you can use today.  👉 Continue exploring mental health resources and podcast episodes: https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe [https://bit.ly/3MHVmIe] ________________ Learn more about: * Hope and Healing Center & Institute at HHCI.org [http://hhci.org/] * Gateway to Hope, our mental health training program, at GTHU.org [https://gthu.org/]. GTHU offers evidence-based mental and behavioral health training through our Learning Portal, resources, and ongoing support to individuals, faith communities, schools, and workplaces. Visit Learn.GTHU.org [https://learn.gthu.org/en/] to explore our trainings and start your transformative journey today! Follow us on Social Media and Stay Connected:  * YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@GatewaytoHope/podcasts] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/GatewaytoHope/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/gatewaytohope] ________________ HHCI The Hope Line Are you in need of free mental health support? Call our Hope Line to receive up to 30 minutes of free mental health coaching over the phone and receive referrals from our vetted provider network. Our trained peer professionals are here to listen, support, and guide you toward hope and healing. Available daily: 5-8 PM CT | English & Spanish The Hope Line Number: (832) 831-7337 Reasons People Call: * Anxiety * Depression * Loneliness * Relationship challenges * Work stress * Recent trauma * Help finding free or affordable mental health resources You can also start by chatting with Grace, our friendly AI assistant, who can help you find the right mental health resources anytime.  👉 Talk to Grace today: https://gthu.org/ [https://gthu.org/]