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The Job Project Podcast: Mental Health + The Gospel

Chris and Valerie Lilleythejobproject.co
“The Job Project Podcast” seeks to discover and explore the intersectionality between Christianity and mental health. We want to debunk myths and stop over spiritualizing mental illness. PERIODT. *While this podcast provides information and entertainment related to mental health topics, it's crucial to understand that we are not licensed professionals. The discussions here are meant for educational and entertainment purposes only. If you're seeking clinical advice or support tailored to your specific situation, it's important to consult with a qualified mental health provider.
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Episodes

You're Not Helping: Depression Edition

⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (⁠ https://www.thejobproject.co/contact⁠ ) ___________________________________ In this episode, Chris and Val chat about different ways people TRY to help when we struggle with depression, but lets be real. We just want to tell them "YOU'RE NOT HELPING!" ___________________________________ Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobproject.co Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @valerie.aneiz...

Jun 03, 202456 min

You're Not Helping: Anxiety Edition

⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (⁠ https://www.thejobproject.co/contact ⁠) ___________________________________ In this episode, Chris and Val chat about different ways people TRY to help when we struggle with anxiety, but lets be real. We just want to tell them "YOU'RE NOT HELPING!" ___________________________________ JOIN US FOR PEACE AND PASTRIES IN BROOKLYN!: (thejobproject.co/peaceandpastries⁠ ) ___________________________________ Connect with Chri...

May 21, 202452 min

The Devil Speaks through your Mental Health

⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (⁠ https://www.thejobproject.co/contact⁠ ) ___________________________________ In this episode, Chris and Val chat about how the devil uses our mental health against us. Its not about being POSSESSED, so then how does he use it? ___________________________________ Choices and Decisions Sermon - Pst. Brandon Watts (Epiph Brooklyn): ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/live/BR602Xlj... ___________________________________ Connect with...

May 07, 202443 min

Why You Should Be Mad at God

Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://www.thejobproject.co/contact) ___________________________________ In this episode, Chris and Val chat about anger, what it means to be angry at God, and ultimately answers the question "can I be mad at God?" ___________________________________ IMPACT OF SUPRESSED ANGER ARTICLE: https://www.verywellmind.com/suppressed-anger-characteristics-6823054#toc-impact-of-suppressed-anger ___...

Apr 23, 202448 minSeason 4Ep. 43

What We Learn from Gideon's Anxiety

Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://www.thejobproject.co/contact) ___________________________________ In this episode, Chris and Val dig into the story of Gideon and chat about Anxiety. __________ Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobproject.co Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @valerie.aneiza

Apr 03, 202449 minSeason 4Ep. 42

God's Plan Demands Mental Wellness

Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://www.thejobproject.co/contact) ___________________________________ We CANNOT serve God well if we are not mentally healthy! In this episode, Chris and Val dig into the Bible to see exactly how mental health enables us to live in deeper relationship with God. __________ Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobproject.co Instagram: @clilleyartist Instag...

Mar 19, 202445 minSeason 4Ep. 41

How Worship Heals Your Brain

Check out our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo! (https://igg.me/at/thejobproject/x/36300575#/) __________________________________ Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://www.thejobproject.co/contact) ___________________________________ Did you know that a life of worship can actually HEAL your brain? Chris and Val dig into a LIGHT serving of neuroscience and Bible to see how God sets up our brains to heal when we are ...

Mar 05, 202457 minSeason 4Ep. 40

4 Relationship Cheat Codes

Check out our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo! (https://igg.me/at/thejobproject/x/36300575#/) __________________________________ Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://www.thejobproject.co/contact) ___________________________________ Dating is already hard enough. But if you are also trying to be mindful of your faith AND your mental health, it can feel impossible. Chris and val dive into some major keys to successf...

Feb 21, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 48

Secrets to Dating Successfully

Check out our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo! (https://igg.me/at/thejobproject/x/36300575#/) __________________________________ Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://mailchi.mp/46f3cac06f7d/join-the-job-project-community) ___________________________________ Dating is already hard enough. But if you are also trying to be mindful of your faith AND your mental health, it can feel impossible. Chris and Val dive into s...

Feb 06, 202450 minSeason 4Ep. 37

The Job Project is Changing!

Check out our crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo! (https://igg.me/at/thejobproject/x/36300575#/) __________________________________ Join the Job Project Community! ⁠Click below to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! (https://mailchi.mp/46f3cac06f7d/join-the-job-project-community) _______ The Job Project is Changing! And we want to tell you HOW and WHY! In this episode, Chris and Val share their new business venture and crowdfunding campaign as well as our new vision for t...

Jan 23, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 37

5 Lies About Healing

JOIN THE JOB PROJECT COMMUNITY! Click here to join a community dedicated to mental health and the gospel! In this episode, Chris and Val break down 5 lies we are taught about spiritual and mental healing. We answer questions like: Is the healing process linear? If I still struggle with my healing, does that indicate a lack of faith? Can we ever arrive at healing? Other episodes mentioned in this podcast Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Trauma featuring Sherrie Lynn Lilley (https://open.spotify.com/epi...

Jan 09, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 4Ep. 36

Why Premarital Counseling?

Let's talk about getting married! Chris and Val talk about Premarital Counseling and why we believe it's so important. We answer questions like: What does the Bible say about Premarital Counseling? What are some of the top reasons people get divorced? How can Comprehensive Premarital Counseling help? Other episodes mentioned in this podcast: Sex as a Coping Mechanism (https://open.spotify.com/episode/41o6MS63C2iR5hbGUe26DA?si=513e50c6f38d47c6) Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more:...

Dec 12, 202359 minSeason 4Ep. 35

Triggers and Surviving the Holidays

Happy Holidays from The Job Project! The end of year festivities are in full swing and Chris and Val wanted to make sure that those of us with traumatic experiences and triggers know how to navigate this season. We chat about what triggers are, how to identify them, how to navigate triggering situations, and what to do if triggered during the holidays. Other episodes mentioned in this podcast: The Importance of Supportive Community (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3GfIEAIdvhowfyDMEqXOFg?si=e51d...

Nov 28, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 4Ep. 34

Coping Mechanisms, Pride, and the Holy Spirit

In this episode, Chris and Val share their thoughts on healthy and unhealthy coping mechanisms, and how the Holy Spirit can help us change how we cope with difficult seasons. Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Nov 14, 20231 hr 11 minSeason 4Ep. 33

The Dangers of Weaponizing Mental Health

In this episode, Chris and Val share their thoughts on how we sometimes weaponize and commercialize mental health, and why it is so dangerous! Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Oct 31, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 4Ep. 32

Welcome Back!

WE ARE BACK, AND WE ARE ON VIDEO! For the season 4 premeire, Chris and Val chat about the new direction The Job Project is taking, along with life as parents, and how our mental health influences showing up for our family! Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Oct 17, 202350 minSeason 4Ep. 31

Mental Health and Pregnancy

WE'RE PREGNANT! But what does pregnancy mean for mental health? And how can partners support? Today, Chris and Val ask these questions and more! Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Nov 01, 202246 minSeason 3Ep. 31

The Importance of Supportive Community

Why is community important? Today, Chris and Val chat about how and why community is important as well as the difference between friends and TRUE supportive community! Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Oct 18, 202237 minSeason 3Ep. 30

Therapy Goals

Picture it. You finally set up that therapy session. You're ready to go. What are you going to talk about? How do you even figure out what to talk about? Today Chris and Val chat about Therapy Goals, how to set them, and what to look for in finding a therapist! Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @thejobprojectpodcast Instagram: @clilleyartist Instagram: @a.neiza

Oct 03, 202240 minSeason 3Ep. 29

"Done Being Soft" featuring Jasmine Sims

Today is about softness and vulnerability! Chris and Val chat with poet and writer Jasmine Sims about her poetry collection, Done Being Soft, and discussed what softness is AND why it is so important to mental health and especially to the believer! -------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with Jasmine Sims here! Website: thejasminesims.com Instagram: @thejasminesims Purchase her book, Done Being Strong: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09PW7L97L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_g...

Sep 20, 202232 minSeason 3Ep. 28

Pastoral Counseling vs Therapy featuring Pastor Brandon Watts

So many believers go in for pastoral counseling, but is that always the right choice? Chris and Val chat with Brandon Watts, lead pastor of Epiphany Church Brooklyn about the differences between pastoral counseling and clinical therapy. Join us as we discuss the differences! Connect with Pastor Brandon Watts here! Instagram: @b_wattz Connect with Epiphany Church Brooklyn here! Website: epiphanybk.com Instagram: @epiphanybrooklyn Connect with Chris and Val on social media for more: Instagram: @th...

Sep 06, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 27

Self Sabatoge

What is self-sabatoge? And how does it show up in our lives? In this episode, Chris and Val discuss Self Sabatoge and break down where it stems from, different examples of self sabatoge, as well as ways to overcome it! Check out this episode of The Job Project! ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS AND ANCHOR! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW! And follow us on Instagr...

Nov 29, 202156 minSeason 2Ep. 26

The Struggle with being High-Functioning

What does it mean to live with a high functioning mental illness? Chris and Val get transparent and they share about their own struggles with being high-functioning. Check out this episode of The Job Project! ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS AND ANCHOR! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW! And follow us on Instagram at @thejobprojectpodcast -------------------------...

Nov 28, 202156 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Trauma featuring Sherrie Lynn Lilley

*TRIGGER WARNING!: In this episode there are mentions of sexual abuse and trauma*. In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val continue their series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS with a very special guest, SHERRIE LYNN LILLEY! Sherrie is not only a licensed therapist and counselor bringing her expertise on debunking myths about Trauma, she is also Chris's mom! She joins Chris and Val for questions including what is trauma, can we control how we react to traumatic events, and do black pe...

Oct 11, 20211 hr 10 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Therapy featuring Stephanie Deltor

In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val continue their series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS with a very special guest, STEPHANIE DELTOR (@stephanienativita). Stephanie is a licensed therapist and counselor bringing her expertise on debunking myths about Therapy!! She joins Chris and Val for questions including does therapy fix all my problems? Is therapy only for when something is wrong? ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, ...

Jul 28, 202158 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Anti Social Personality Disorder and Psychopathy

In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val continue their series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS. This episode is all about debunking myths about Anti Social Personality Disorder (ASPD) and Psychopathy! Chris and Val talk about what each disorder looks like, and debunk myths like whether or not a psychopath is always violent. ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS AND ANCH...

Jul 12, 202147 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Self-Care

In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val continue their series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS. This episode is all about debunking myths about Self-Care! Chris and Val talk about Spiritual, Mental, Physical, and Emotional Self Care, as well as how self-care can be PREVENTATIVE. ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS AND ANCHOR! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVI...

Jul 09, 202156 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Anxiety and OCD

In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val continue their series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS. This episode is all about debunking myths about Anxiety and OCD Chris and Val talk about misconceptions about what IS and ISN'T anxiety, the truth about the realities of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), what they have used to cope with OCD symptoms, and how some of their favourite scriptures have helped them cope! ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We are on APP...

Jun 14, 202154 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Mental Health MYTHBUSTERS: Depression

In this episode of The Job Project, Chris and Val start a series called MENTAL HEALTH MYTHBUSTERS. They start with debunking myths about DEPRESSION! Chris and Val talk about misconceptions about what IS and ISN'T depression, what they have used to cope with depressive symptoms, and how some of their favourite scriptures have helped them cope! ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS...

Jun 01, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 19

The Creative's Mental Health (Subscriber Q's)

YOU ASKED AND WE LISTENED! Chris and Val talk about how creatives live and deal with different aspects of mental health. Special shout out to Tiffany (@tiffanyrenee) for this question! If you would like to contribute questions to The Job Project, be sure to follow them on Instagram and look out for their polls and posts! ----------------------------------- Thank you for listening! We release new episodes every other Monday! We are on APPLE PODCASTS, SPOTIFY, GOOGLE PODCASTS AND ANCHOR! Don't for...

Nov 02, 202045 minSeason 2Ep. 18
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