More Than One Way

We when encounter someone who has a distinctly different world view how do we respond? In this episode of More Than One Way we look at two ways to understand how we make choices, free will and determinism. We are joined by our own MTOW team member CB Paul for a discussion that touches will power, judgment,  luck, comparison, compassion, and more. Links: Determined by Robert Sapolsky Robert Sapolsk...

What hopes do you have as you enter the winter holidays?   How do you best engage this season? Do you love the flurry of sights, songs, and sounds or do you favor a more Silent Night approach? Do you feel the festivities like Clark Griswold or wrestle with the bitterness of the Grinch? As we have all experienced, there's More Than One Way to holiday. Join us for a timely journey from self awa...

Stories of heartache, hope, and healing come to light in this episode of More Than One Way.  Local elementary school Guidance Counselor Deedee Brownlee joins us for a discussion about trauma. She brings her experience in mental health and helpful resources to guide out time together.  The conversation flows with humor to ease the tension, personal experiences, and a well known story to lead us to...

As we look at the world around us and peer into the future of the communities and organizations we love, what questions we should be asking? What should we be paying attention to?  What pulls and tugs at our hearts? We are thrilled to welcome our special guest Brian McLaren for a discussion about the church and community of tomorrow. Brian is an author, speaker, podcaster, teacher with a wealth of...

Is it even possible? Where would you even begin? In a world that demands you choose a side, a world that cannot resist dividing humanity into "good" and "bad" people, what do you do with a statement as radical as, "love your enemies?" In this episode of More Than One Way we welcome special guest Mary Ellen Brewington to venture into a discussion about loving others, e...

There are those moments, when we are brought out of our routine, and recognize the beautiful mystery of connections all around us.  More than mystery, the spiritual traditions point to our interconnectedness with others as a deeper reality.  On this episode of "More Than One Way" we are joined by special guest Meg Sprouse to share stories of connection.  The discussion leads us from inst...

We are excited to welcome back local newsperson Abby Ham for a second appearance on More Than One Way.  Abby has a front row seat to the many challenging stories that flood our headlines.  In this episode we discuss sin through the lens of current and biblical stories, looking beyond just good and bad.    Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email   |  Instagram   | Facebook   |  Web Presented by: The Ce...

Have you found yourself reacting to the speed or crawl of passing time? Time is a funny thing. We save it, spend it, manage it, waste it, savor it, take it, lose track of it, count it, ask for more of it, wish it would slow down, wish it would speed up, cherish it, and on and on and on. On this episode of More Than One Way we take some time to talk about time and all that it brings. Set your podca...

Many things come to mind when we hear the term "religion", some positive and some negative. Have you wrestled with how this word is used? In this episode of More Than One Way, we respond to a listener submitted video clip about the definition of religion.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email   |  Instagram   | Facebook   |  Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual Practice Creative Tea...

On this episode of More Than One Way we go deeper into our conversation from Episode 20 about asking for help to an exploration of identity, the true self.  We trace a journey from historical wisdom to current science as we seek to lend a framework for answering the question, "Who am I?" We lean into the mystery and are led by the phrase, "Yes, but more." Send us Fan Mail Conta...

Mental Health and Wellness Director, Machaela Rausch, joins us for a discussion about vulnerability as a sign of bravery not weakness.  This episode explores "More Than One Way" to ask for help and the cultural challenges we face on our journey of being human.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us:  Email   |  Instagram   | Facebook   |  Web Presented by: The Center for Spiritual Practice Creativ...

On this episode of the More Than One Way Podcast we welcome special guest, Mary Ellen Brewington, for a discussion about the world of prayer. The phrase "thoughts and prayers" seems to be ever present in today's uncertain world. Whether shared as a way to fill the silence or delivered as a sincere intention to support and surround a person or community, there is certainly more than...

In this episode of the "More Than One Way" podcast we look at beliefs shape our experiences, our ability to see the world around us. College football fanhood, a man born blind, a God of the weather, a grandmother's love, a Sunday School disinvitation, and Seinfeld all find their way into the discussion as we use the lens of stories to challenge our own capacity to see beyond A and B...

"I just don't have time to hear myself think!" We all know the feeling of being so busy, so distracted, so "on the move" that it's hard to find mental space.  On this episode of More Than One Way we are thrilled to be joined by our special guest Abby Ham, morning news anchor, mom, wife, and more for a discussion that journeys from 3 am alarms, the Alaskan wilderness,...

On this Episode of More Than One Way we respond to listener requests for a deeper dive into Dreams. Using an iceberg as the visual metaphor, we explore several dreams, how they might be understood, and what they may be offering the dreamer.  Stepping into this work is an exercise in vulnerability and one more way to grow to a deeper understanding our ourselves. The books mentioned in the episode a...

It's a new year and time for fresh starts, new goals, resolutions, and intentions.  Many jump in to this practice, which first surfaced over 4,000 years ago, with visions of a new and improved version of themselves.  Has this been effective for you?  Some find it helpful, others do not.  On this episode of More Than One Way we look at the motivation behind resolutions and intentions and explo...

'Tis the season!  The holidays are here and all that they bring with them.  Traditions, memories, hopes, joy, cheer, and oh so much more.  On this episode of More Than One Way, we talk about this special time of year and the expectations we each have of ourselves and each other.  You may agree that "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!" or you may experience the holidays d...

There is a desire within us all to experience a sense of awe and wonder.  Those moments where we are left speechless or unable to describe the feelings that surround us.  On this episode of More Than One Way we welcome our special guest, Kerry Ruff, to share stories of significance and transformation.  We discuss the fine line between Awesome and Awful and how are lives can rise above the monotony...

It seems to be a very human thing to compare ourselves to others, to see how we measure up or where we rank. We can easily find ourselves speaking or thinking about "those people."  On today's episode of More Than One Way we share a story that dares to dig into those feelings and explores our tendency to use others to make us feel better about ourselves.  Send us Fan Mail Contact Us...

When we take the time to stop and consider the world around us, the life we live, and the people we interact with, what are you grateful for?  What may seem like a simple exercise can have a significant impact on our well-being. There are many ways to practice gratitude and cultivate this spirit.  On this episode of More Than One Way, we share and discuss several ways to begin to and continue to g...

Wrestling with difficult questions is simply part of the human experience.  It is how we learn and grow.  On this episode, we discuss a listener submitted question - "Why do bad things happen to good people?" The question has been around for ages and many have dared to offer their thoughts and wisdom in attempting to uncover the answer.  We invite you to join the conversation as we explo...

If we just had more time to get all we need to get done in a day.  It's hard to escape the whirlwind of busyness all around us.  A long to-do list and a full calendar seem to be the everyday norm. It can be easy for our focus to be on what we do versus who we are, on what we produce versus who we become.  In this episode of More Than One Way we take an honest look at busyness and how we juggl...

On this episode of More Than One Way, we talk about anxiety. From famous athletes to our closest friends, this topic is more and more present.  What do we do with the feelings that seem to unexpectedly ambush us?  Is anxiety ever a good thing? How do we live with anxiety in the short term and the long term?  Are faith and anxiety connected? These questions and more are addressed as we take a look...

Courage, patience, persistence, humility, wisdom, are just a few of the signposts on the journey to restoring a broken relationship. On this episode of More Than One Way, we talk about forgiveness, exploring both sides of the process, extending and receiving. Forgiveness rarely follows a smooth, clear path. There are so many questions - How do we begin? How do we heal? Is it even possible? Why is...

There are many passionate expressions of Christianity and yet we may find a personal disconnect with how the term is portrayed, worn, claimed, or lived by others.  On this episode of More Than One Way, we tackle the term Christian / Christianity and the many expressions that term now holds. The movement that started as "people of the way" now means a multitude of things.  What does it me...