Alma 53-63

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters fifty-three through sixty-three. These chapters conclude what is referred to as the “war chapters” in the Book of Mormon. We’ll talk about the importance of effective communication and how this can strengthen our relationships. We’ll discuss three key questions to ask yourself before saying something to someone else. We’ll review the power of thoughts and perceptions, and how these can dramatically influence our actions and feelings for good or for bad. We’ll also talk about the importance of aligning our beliefs with truth, and the essential role the Holy Ghost plays in this process. 

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Alma 43-52

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters forty-three through fifty-two. These chapters are the beginning of the war chapters in the Book of Mormon. We’ll talk about the role of gospel-focused interventions for mental health, and how these have been prepared by the Lord to help all generations. We’ll review the power of our thoughts, the way our brains process information, and how we can change even longstanding emotional patterns if we will invest the necessary time and discipline.

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Artificial Intelligence & Latter-day Saints

Bennett Borden is a lawyer and the chief data scientist of a large international law firm. He has made significant contributions to the field of AI governance and algorithmic bias testing, has extensive experience in the U.S. intelligence community, and is a trusted AI counsel to major generative AI companies and dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Bennett is a graduate of George Mason and New York Universities, and earned his juris doctorate from Georgetown University.

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Alma 39-42

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters thirty-nine through forty-two. These chapters contain Alma’s counsel to his wayward son, Corianton. We’ll talk about how our modern culture has so much convenience, that we often look for the easy way to get things done. We’ll review how mental health improvement is completely possible, but requires consistent, diligent effort. We’ll also talk about the enabling power of Jesus Christ, and how His sufferings made Him the greatest confidant and resource we have to get through our trials. 

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How Can Leaders Better Talk About Sex?

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is a Latter-day Saint relationship and sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Her teaching and coaching focus on helping LDS individuals and couples create greater connection and passion in their emotional and sexual relationships. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Finlayson-Fife has created five empowering and highly-reviewed online courses. Each course was designed to give LDS individuals and couples the tools requisite to creating healthier lives and stronger intimate relationships. Dr. Finlayson-Fife also offers many workshops and retreats where she teaches these life-changing principles in person.

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Alma 36-38

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters thirty-six through thirty-eight. These chapters contain the counsel given by Alma to two of his sons, Helaman and Shiblon. We’ll talk about Alma’s process of change and how there are patterns that can help us with our own mental health progress. We’ll review the concept of small and simple things and how they are essential in moving forward.

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Alma 32-35

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters thirty-two through thirty-five. We’ll focus mostly on Alma’s teachings to the poorer class of Zoramites in Alma 32. We’ll discuss how the people found themselves in a false dilemma, believing they could not worship God. Alma helps them expand their thinking and see that they were not at stuck as they thought they were. We’ll review the concept of false dilemmas as they relate to mental health and talk about potential solutions. 

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Alma 30-31

In this episode we’ll talk about Alma chapters 30-31. We’ll talk about the example of the Anti-Nephi-Lehis and their process of change. We’ll discuss the concept of “weapons of rebellion” and how this applies to our mental health. We’ll review common mistaken beliefs about mental health and talk about alternative attitudes. We will also discuss how change is always possible, and when we make changes in our lives, that may help others change as well. 

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