When Faith Goes Sideways: Understanding & Overcoming Spiritual Bypassing | Hey Tabi Episode 5

Join licensed trauma therapist Tabitha Westbrook as she dives deep into the topic of spiritual bypassing—the often overlooked yet harmful practice of using religious or spiritual concepts to sidestep genuine emotional pain. In this enlightening episode of Hey Tabi, we’ll uncover:

What Spiritual Bypassing Is and why it undermines true healing
Common Signs of spiritual bypassing in faith communities
Negative Impacts on mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being
Practical Steps to acknowledge pain, foster authentic relationships, and pursue genuine healing
If you’ve ever felt dismissed by phrases like “just pray it away” or struggled to reconcile your faith with emotional challenges, this episode is for you. Discover healthy ways to navigate your mental health within a Christian faith framework—no quick fixes, just real talk about healing and hope.

00:00 Introduction to Hey Tabi Podcast
00:37 This Week's Topic: Spiritual Bypassing
01:25 Understanding Spiritual Bypassing
05:02 The Harmful Effects of Spiritual Bypassing
14:15 Recognizing Spiritual Bypassing
17:08 Healing from Spiritual Bypassing
20:55 Reflective Questions and Conclusion
22:50 Closing Remarks and Resources

Keywords: Spiritual Bypassing, Mental Health, Christian Faith, Trauma Therapy, Emotional Healing, Authentic Community, Coping with Pain, Religious Trauma, Faith and Wellness, Hey Tabi Podcast

#SpiritualBypassing #MentalHealth #ChristianFaith #TraumaTherapy #EmotionalHealing #HeyTabiPodcast
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