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Wonderfully Made


Mar 10, 2025

In this episode, Allie Marie Smith interviews Nicole Zasowski a licensed marriage and family therapist, about the coexistence of joy and pain in life. They discuss Nicole's personal journey through loss and the importance of embracing both emotions. The conversation delves into the neuroscience behind joy and pain, practical ways to practice Thanksgiving, and the significance of agency in personal transformation. Nicole also shares insights from her new Bible study, 'Daring Joy,' which explores the power of celebration amidst life's challenges.

Topics discussed:

 

Nicole's Personal Journey with Joy and Suffering

 

The Neuroscience of Joy and Pain

 

Practicing Thanksgiving in Daily Life

 

Understanding Emotional Pain

 

The Power of Agency in Transformation

 

Daring Joy: A New Bible Study

 

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