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June 12, 2025

#13 - Pinstripes, Pop-Tarts, and the Art of Not Taking Yourself Too S…

Dr. Cory Potter shares a few humbling (and hilarious) stories about Pop-Tarts, mismatched suits, falling in a turtle habitat, and how God often works through our imperfections. It’s a reminder that we don’t have to be perfect...

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June 5, 2025

#12 - What is the Good Life? A Christian Reflection

What is the good life according to the Bible? In this episode, Dr. Joe Weaver, a professor and experimental psychologist, interviews Dr. Cory Potter on the good life from a Christian viewpoint. Cory explores how Scripture con...

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May 29, 2025

#11 - Interview on Spiritual Abuse, Hope, and Healing

In this episode, we hear from a former church staff member who experienced spiritual abuse within her community. After stepping away, she began a difficult but meaningful journey of healing, finding lost hope, and evaluating ...

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May 23, 2025

#10 - Concepts of Healing from Spiritual Abuse

Spiritual abuse can leave deep and lasting wounds—wounds that impact not just our view of the church, but our understanding of God, trust, and even our own worth. In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters , Dr. Cory Potter ex...

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May 15, 2025

#9 - Toxic Leadership

What happens when leadership becomes harmful? In this episode, Dr. Cory Potter explores the patterns and impact of toxic leadership—at work, within faith settings, and even at home. You’ll learn how to recognize unhealthy dyn...

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May 8, 2025

#8 - Practicing Stillness in God's Presence

In a world full of noise and striving, what does it really mean to “be still and know” that God is God? In Episode 8, Dr. Cory Potter explores Psalm 46:10, the Hebrew roots of stillness, and the deep connection between lettin...

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May 1, 2025

#7 - Being Still Before God: Why is it So Hard?

In Episode 7, we explore what it really means to be still before God — and why it’s so hard for many of us. From fear of losing control to constant busyness or unresolved anxiety, we unpack the obstacles that keep us from res...

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April 25, 2025

#6 - Gratitude

Can being appreciative and thankful really help your mind and spirit? In Episode 6 of Mind and Faith Matters , Dr. Cory Potter talks about how gratitude can improve your mental health and strengthen your faith. You’ll hear ho...

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April 17, 2025

#5 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part three

In Episode 5, we conclude our exploration of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 3) and address practical ways to "Shift Your Thinking & Take Action on Your Dreams." In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Potter, founder of Potter's Craft...

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March 27, 2025

#4 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part two

In Episode 4, we explore the topic of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 2) and address practical ways to " Shift Your Thinking & Take Action on Your Dreams ." So how do we move past fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt to actually ta...

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March 21, 2025

#3 - Pursuing Your Dreams, part one

In Episode 3, we explore the topic of PURSUING YOUR DREAMS (Part 1)—what it takes to step out in faith, overcome doubt and other thought barriers, and just begin to take action. Whether you're chasing a goal, launching a busi...

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March 13, 2025

#2 - Origin Story, part two

In this episode of Mind and Faith Matters, we dive into the concept of locus of control—how it shapes our thoughts, relationships, and the way we communicate. Are we relying too much on our own efforts, or are we giving up to...

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March 11, 2025

#1 - Origin Story, part one

In this podcast the host, Dr. Cory Potter, describes the origins of the Mind & Faith Matters podcast, his background and ways of approaching life, and what viewers can expect from upcoming episodes.

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