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Did you know that a 2018 Lifeway study showed that 49% of ministers say they never talk to their churches about mental illness? The same study found that 59% of Christians suffering from mental illness said that they wanted their church leaders to speak more openly on the subject. We strive to normalize the discussion about mental health among Christians. Ben, a licensed professional counselor, also provides valuable insight for the family members and friends of those who suffer from mental illness to help their loved one during their time of need. Get more information at BenandTravis.com.

Helping Healing Humor Ben and Travis

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Did you know that a 2018 Lifeway study showed that 49% of ministers say they never talk to their churches about mental illness? The same study found that 59% of Christians suffering from mental illness said that they wanted their church leaders to speak more openly on the subject. We strive to normalize the discussion about mental health among Christians. Ben, a licensed professional counselor, also provides valuable insight for the family members and friends of those who suffer from mental illness to help their loved one during their time of need. Get more information at BenandTravis.com.

    World Hunger Day

    World Hunger Day

    Donate a Bible to Haiti or schedule an informational visit at www.travisloveshaiti.com.

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    Ben, Travis and Will discuss World Hunger Day and the efforts of Liberte Ministries and Walk 4 Water in serving others in the name of Christ so they would know his love and compassion. Travis introduces the new campaign in partnership with Liberte to donate Bibles and get their urgent message in front of congregations. The goal is to get their ministry presentation in front of 12 new congregations and/or leadership teams before the end of 2024. Click the links above to get the ball rolling!

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Get more information on the 2024 "Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude" here: https://www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Doris C., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 28 min
    The Impact of Suicide with Jeremy McFarlin Part 2

    The Impact of Suicide with Jeremy McFarlin Part 2

    LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: We will be discussing the heavy subject of suicide in this episode so be careful of little ears nearby.

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Get more information on the 2024 "Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude" here: https://www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball

    Jeremy starts off this episode with how he has changed and the struggles he has faced since the passing of his son. He is open and honest about his shortcomings during his grieving and what he is doing to help. He shares his love for stories that give purpose, meaning and structure to the hardships we face. Jeremy shares his opinion on who would win between James Bond and Indiana Jones.

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 28 min
    The Impact of Suicide with Jeremy McFarlin

    The Impact of Suicide with Jeremy McFarlin

    LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED: We will be discussing the heavy subject of suicide in this episode so be careful of little ears nearby.

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Get more information on the 2024 "Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude" here: https://www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball

    Host of the "Football is Family" podcast, Jeremy McFarlin (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-is-family/id1529680675) joins Ben and Travis to share the traumatic event of losing his son to suicide. Jeremy shares his own battle with depression and suicidal thoughts before sharing how his life has been shaped through tragedy. Jeremy wraps up the episode sharing the one NFL superstar that he would add to the Titans roster to make them Super Bowl contenders.

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 27 min
    3 Aspects of Life to Give Attention When You Feel A Little Off and Ohio Recap

    3 Aspects of Life to Give Attention When You Feel A Little Off and Ohio Recap

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Get more information on the 2024 "Stayin' Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament for St. Jude" here: https://www.benandtravis.com/dodgeball

    Ben and Travis come to you from Zanesville, Ohio where they conducted the Helping Healing Humor Mental Health Workshop during the weekend of April 26-28, 2024. The guys give some areas of needed attention when you might be feeling a little off kilter. They share how they've done well in those areas and how they have come up short on occasion. The guys then recap their weekend along with some cullinary treats they enjoyed with good company from the Norval Park and Somerset congregations.

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 26 min
    Stinkin' Thinkin' (Cognitive Distortions) Part 2

    Stinkin' Thinkin' (Cognitive Distortions) Part 2

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Ben, Travis and Will discuss 5 cognitive distortions (stinkin' thinkin') and how they can effect different aspects of life and relationships. On this episode the trio discuss over-generalising, disqualifying the positive, magnification, "should/must thinking" and personalisation. The guys give some practical advice on how to correct or redirect some of these thoughts.

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 24 min
    Stinkin' Thinkin' (Cognitive Distortions)

    Stinkin' Thinkin' (Cognitive Distortions)

    This episode is brought to you by Faulkner University (www.faulkner.edu).

    PREORDER your copy of "The Adventures of Ben and Travis and the Worrycoaster here: https://www.benandtravis.com/store/books

    Ben, Travis and Will discuss 5 cognitive distortions (stinkin' thinkin') and how they can effect different aspects of life and relationships. On this episode the trio discuss "all or nothing thinking", mental filters, "jumping to conclusions", emotional reasoning and labelling. The guys give some practical advice on how to correct or redirect some of these thoughts.

    Links mentioned in this episode:


    Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: https://www.benandtravis.com
    https://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis
    Reframing Hope Book: https://www.benandtravis.com/books
    For extra content and material you can use for your family or ministry go to https://www.patreon.com/benandtravis
    Represent the show: https://www.benandtravis.com/store
    The Friday ReFresh: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-friday-refresh/id1611969995
    Good Old Fashioned Dislike Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790

    Co-Producers: Justin B., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H.


    This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

    • 22 min

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