The Best of You

Welcome to The Best of You Every Day.

Today’s Scripture is: 2 Corinthians 4:16–18

When life feels like it’s wearing you down on the outside, something deeper is often growing within you.

This episode is for anyone walking through a difficult season—when life feels heavy, uncertain, or slowly wearing you down. In 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, we explore the truth that even when outward circumstances are hard, something unseen can still be taking root within you. Together, we’ll learn how to notice that inner renewal—and trust that God is at work in ways you can’t always see.

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What if heartbreak isn’t just about what happened to you—but what it reveals about what you believe about yourself?

At its core, heartbreak isn’t just about loss. It’s about the meaning your mind and body begin to make of that loss—especially when it touches something older. Rejection, betrayal, and disappointment have a way of surfacing deeper questions about who we are… and whether we are still worthy of love.

If you’ve ever found yourself asking, why does this hurt so much more than it should?… this conversation between Dr. Alison Cook and Dr. Peace Amadi will help you begin to understand why—and what healing might look like.

You’ll explore:


Why rejection can feel deeply personal… even when it isn’t


The hidden beliefs heartbreak can quietly bring to the surface


Why certain patterns in your life keep getting replayed


How past wounds can shape your present reactions


What happens to your faith when pain doesn’t make sense


Where healing begins when nothing feels resolved yet

This conversation offers a compassionate, faith-rooted path forward—helping you make sense of what’s been stirred up within you, and gently move toward a deeper sense of peace.

More Resources:

Check out Dr. Peace Amadi’s brand new book, The Wholehearted Way: Finding Peace After Life’s Heartbreaks, Disappointments, and Rejections

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Episode 188: The Healing Power of Safe People (Not Just Safe Spaces)

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Welcome to The Best of You Every Day.

Today’s Scripture is: Proverbs 19:11

When someone pushes your buttons and you feel that instant urge to react, Scripture offers a different kind of strength—the strength to pause, steady yourself, and choose your response.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt triggered, reactive, or pulled into conflict they didn’t want. In Proverbs 19:11, we explore what it means to “not take the bait”—and how real strength often looks like restraint, not reaction. Together, we’ll look at how to slow your nervous system, protect your energy, and choose a steadier, wiser response in difficult moments.

To Go Deeper:

Episode 193: Why Relationships Feel Hard Even When You Care: An Unfiltered Conversation with Relationship Expert Debra Fileta

Episode 195: Caring for Others Without Carrying Them with Nedra Tawab

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Welcome to The Best of You Every Day.

Today’s Scripture is: Matthew 11:28–30

Feeling weary, burdened, or burned out? Jesus offers rest that meets you right in the middle of the overwhelm.

This episode is for anyone feeling exhausted, overloaded, or stretched too thin by the pressure to keep going. Jesus speaks directly to the weary and burdened, reminding us that rest is not something we earn after everything is done—it’s something he offers in the middle of the weight. Together, we explore what it means to loosen your grip, let yourself be human, and receive the kind of rest that steadies your body and soul.

Go Deeper:

Episode 199: How the Body Teaches the Soul

Episode 170: Science-Backed Tools to Actually Restore Your Brain and Body

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Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook

Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison’s free email community for ongoing reflection and support.

While 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.

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Welcome to The Best of You Every Day.

Today’s Scripture is: Psalm 13

This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, burdened, or emotionally exhausted—especially when the pain feels too heavy and the answers don’t come. Together, we explore what it means to wrestle honestly with God, even in seasons when you feel forgotten, and how faith can make room for both deep questions and quiet trust.

Go Deeper:

Episode 74: How to Find Hope in Hard Times with Curt Thompson

Episode: 185: A Real-time Practice to Help You Return to God's Loving Presence

Email us at [email protected] with scriptures or topics you'd like us to feature on the podcast!

Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook

Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison’s free email community for ongoing reflection and support.

While 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.
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