Good Enough Living

In this presentation to psychology students, Dr. John Cox discusses the intricacies of therapy, emphasizing the importance of understanding human growth and the role of relationships in healing. He critiques the current focus on biological explanations for mental health issues, advocating for a model that prioritizes the heart and relational experiences. Dr. Cox also explores the head-heart gap, the significance of attachment, and how therapy can serve as a structured form of fellowship, ultimately highlighting the need for community in the healing process. The discussion delves into various psychopathologies, including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, highlighting how these issues are often rooted in relational dynamics. Dr. Cox advocates for curiosity in therapy, the balance of love and limits, and the necessity of developing a strong sense of self. He also addresses the challenges faced by teenagers in their quest for autonomy and the importance of learning to navigate pain and loss within relationships. The conversation also explores the dynamics of depression, the necessity of emotional containment, and the role of relationships in healing and personal growth.

In this marriage conference, Dr. John Cox explores the complexities of marriage, emphasizing the importance of understanding character abilities, emotional connection, and the need for growth rather than blame. The conference aims to provide insights into the core issues that couples face, encouraging them to work together towards mutual growth and understanding. Dr. Cox emphasizes the importance of setting healthy expectations, the role of curiosity in understanding one another, and the necessity of community for personal growth. The discussion also delves into the nature of anger and its roots, encouraging listeners to reflect on their emotional responses and the importance of humility before God.

In this third session from a weekend conference for parents of all ages, Dr. John Cox continues to addresse the questions every parent asks as they seek to lovingly raise their children. He emphasizes the need for strategic parenting and provides examples of how to discipline children effectively. Dr. Cox also introduces the concept of teaching discipline and explains how it differs from control and coddling. Listen and find freedom as Dr. Cox teaches that a humble parent is better than a perfect parent.

Dr. John Cox closes out his session with a time of Q and A. Listen and find freedom as Dr. Cox teaches that a humble parent is better than a perfect parent. Questions:

:52 How to work together as parents when one leans more "love" and one leans more "limits"

6:35 What to do if a form of correction works well with one child, but even the mention of it to the second child creates a complete meltdown

14:15 How parents should work through a situation where they disagree on the consequences

22:50 How should parents think about screen time for their kids

In this second session from a weekend conference for parents of all ages, Dr. John Cox addresses the questions every parent asks as they seek to lovingly raise their children. Listen and find freedom as Dr. Cox teaches that a humble parent is better than a perfect parent.

Taken from a weekend conference for parents of all ages, Dr. John Cox addresses the questions every parent asks as they seek to lovingly raise their children. Listen and find freedom as Dr. Cox teaches that a humble parent is better than a perfect parent.

A deeper look at how forgiveness really works. Why can it be so hard to forgive? How do we heal from injuries? When should we forgive and when (maybe) should we not?

How can we engage hurtful, critical, or demanding aspects of our spouses, friends, or family members when they are chronically unkind and don’t seem to care?

All of us come to our romantic relationships with unmet longings or injuries from growing up.  Unfortunately we tend to dump these issues in our marriages, and that causes problems. This talk helps make sense of what to do with those unresolved issues together so they don't corrupt your Adult/Adult relationship.

All of us come to our romantic relationships with unmet longings or injuries from growing up.  Unfortunately we tend to dump these issues in our marriages, and that causes problems. This talk helps make sense of what to do with those unresolved issues together so they don't corrupt your Adult/Adult relationship.