On this week’s episode, I am joined by Diane E. Arnold, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and the author of the brand-new book, 12 Habits for a Sound Mind and a Joyful Life. Diane also runs The Family Collective alongside her family, helping others build stronger relationships after overcoming their own challenges, including her husband’s public affair. Diane’s journey of healing and redemption has allowed her and her husband to counsel couples through their own struggles, offering wisdom from a place of deep personal experience. We also talk about her husband being diagnosed with stage 4 Colon cancer and how God taught her that perfect love casts out all fear.

Diane’s anchor scripture, Jeremiah 33:3, speaks to God’s desire for us to call on Him—about everything. In her book, she shares the habits that can transform your mental health and bring joy into your everyday life by drawing closer to God in even the smallest decisions. In today’s world, the comparison game and the lack of genuine in-person community make finding our identity in Christ more crucial than ever.

Diane dives deep into the process of identity formation and encourages us to become confident in who we are. She shares that when we truly know ourselves and listen to the Holy Spirit, we can make secure decisions without feeling rejected by others. This episode is all about finding balance, strengthening our minds, and living joyfully despite life’s challenges.

Bio:

Diane is a Licensed Professional Counselor with family and marriage counseling specialties. With an expertise in overcoming trauma and betrayal, she’s a certified EFT and EMDR therapist.

Anchor Verse:

Jeremiah 33:3

Connect with Diane:

Website: https://www.thefamilycollective.co

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