Love and Life with Dr. Karin and Pastor Elliott

Elliott and I have recently talked about pain and grief around the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The horror and fury of losing a Godly leader are bad enough. The shocking reality that some people celebrated his murder heaps additional sorrow on those in mourning. (For more on this, please see ep. 372). At the same time, God continues to redeem and bring glory to even the most hideous of circumsta...

I’m still somewhat in shock. I NEVER thought I’d hear America’s most powerful leaders acknowledge what mothers of autistic children have known for years—the autism epidemic has nothing to do with genes and EVERYTHING to do with toxic and pharmaceutical exposures. Including vaccines. And yes, in the press conference, Trump initially mentioned Tylenol and the fact that taking it during pregnancy lea...

As we continue to mourn the murder of Charlie Kirk and reflect on his legacy, Karin shares her personal experience attending Charlie’s memorial service this past Sunday. She describes what she witnessed firsthand and the impact it had on her and those she attended with. Karin and Elliott also delve into the significance of forgiveness, healing, and confronting anger in the process of grieving whil...

I’ve been thinking a lot about friendships in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination.  Especially because, as we’ve talked about before on the program, many friendships have become strained in these highly charged times.  So when you admire a prominent figure who takes a stand politically, you can be certain friends who vote in the other direction will not only NOT admire him, they may actually...

How do we move through the shock and grief of murder? We’re horrified, outraged, and demoralized. Nothing makes sense.  WHY, God? And furthermore, Charlie was gunned down for inviting others to debate him at universities. Aren’t universities designed for spirited discourse? When we disagree, isn’t the solution to continue sharpening our positions, as opposed to silencing counter-arguments? Elliott...

We continue our conversation today discussing some of the issues we find in the therapy profession and the impact it has on individuals seeking help. Specifically, we explore: • What is Big Therapy? • The Problem with Codependency in Therapeutic Relationships • Mental Health Awareness and Its Implications • How to Frame Mental Health Positively • The Dangers of AI in Therapy • And More! We want to...

Therapy is a powerful tool that aids us in navigating complex issues, pain, trauma, and anxieties that are inherent to the human experience. The concept of seeing a therapist or a “shrink” was once considered taboo but has now become widely accepted in our culture as a normal response to challenging situations. However, as with many aspects of life, the shift towards acceptance can sometimes lead...

Today we conclude Elliott's 2 part sermon series on Spiritual Thinking from Philippians 4:6-9. If you missed part 1 make sure to check out Ep. 367. For more of Elliott’s sermons, please visit: ⁠https://solidrock.faith/⁠   Dr. Karin & Pastor Elliott Anderson Website: http://loveandlifemedia.com/ Empowered Dating Playbook: smarturl.it/EmpoweredDatingBook Instagram: @dr.karin | @pastorelliott...

Elliott is back and he’s here today to share a 2-part message series he gave at his church, Solid Rock Church, on spiritual thinking. The series covers Philippians 4:6-9, with Part 1 covering verses 6-7 and Part 2 verses 8-9.  In his 30 years of experience as a therapist, a counselor, and a spiritual renewal mentor, it dawned on Elliott the necessity and the power of spiritual thinking and how it...

Dr. Karin and Pastor Elliott will be back next week but in the mean time we are replaying Ep. 307, one of our more popular episodes on mental health! Whether you're hearing this episode again or for the first time we hope it will empower you! ___________________________________ Recently, I read an article in Time Magazine titled, “America Has Reached Peak Therapy. Why Is Our Mental Health Gett...

Recently, I was invited to appear on a podcast called "We Need to Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling". On that podcast, we got into a lot of dating topics that I used to cover on Love & Life before Elliott joined.  - what to look for in the early days - the dynamic of the dating relationships - what red flags to notice - what flag may not be all that red (but we should still pay attention...

Summer is in full swing and that means while Dr. Karin and Pastor Elliott are out we are going back in time to Ep. 262 and replay one of our more popular episodes on mental health! We believe this topic is just as relevant today as it was back in 2023. Whether you're hearing this episode again or for the first time we hope it will empower you! We’re in the midst of a mental health war. Over th...

We’ve been a series for the past month, taking a counter-cultural approach to the mainstream use of medications. These medications have been normalized by medical professionals and big businesses for decades, and those who experience negative side effects are often demoralized and shunned. In today’s episode, Elliott offers his response to this series and helps us continue unpack these topics. He...

Over the last 10 years, there’s been an exponential growth in the number of children diagnosed with gender dysphoria. “Gender affirming care” prescribes puberty blockers to keep children from developing naturally. Doctors often claim puberty blockers merely “pause” physical development—suggesting children can “un-pause” the process and resume puberty at will. Nothing could be further from the trut...

Psychiatric nurse and Love & Life favorite David Wayne returns to the show today as we continue our series examining drugs that most of us consider completely safe, effective, and harmless. In this conversation, we discuss one of the most commonly prescribed drugs: antidepressants. David witnessed firsthand how these drugs had profound impacts on the health of his patients… Spoiler alert: it w...

Today we continue my conversation with Lori Wold as we discuss how Lori's daughter Dana's world was turned upside after taking just 6 pills of a routine antibiotic. In Part 2, we talk about ways Dana was able to regain parts of her life back as well as providing support for those who have experienced similar injuries. This episode is the second installment in a new series examining drugs m...

Dana was a 29-year-old musician living in Chicago—perfectly fit and healthy. Until she took a routinely prescribed antibiotic for a urinary tract infection. After taking just 6 pills, she began to feel horribly ill. Her limbs tingled and went numb—to the point where Dana had to pull over to the side of Lake Shore  Drive using her knees to guide the steering wheel. Her life was never the same. She...

As a first time mom, Dani couldn’t wait for her bundle of joy to arrive! She expected a huge transition, of course. But then again, she couldn’t full prepare for some elements she’d experience. For example, their baby was born with a heart condition which, obviously, complicated matters. She and her husband also had to adjust their marital dynamics to accommodate the demands of caring for an infan...

Elliott was talking to his wife, Angie, about our series for new parents. As a mom of four babies within two years, Angie had plenty of thoughts around this topic! She suggested some themes we could explore in today’s episode: How to embrace your brand new identity of “mother” and “father.” Recognizing your self-concept may alter in ways you didn’t expect.  How to ask for help—even when you’ve alw...

This July, Elliott and I will welcome our niece’s first baby—a boy named after our father, Simon. We are over the moon! My stepson’s wife is also pregnant; their boy, Max (named after Dan’s dad), is due in June. So we’re blessed with two babies coming into the family! Plus, one of my dearest friends just had a boy in January.  I started thinking about what a beautiful gift—and also, what a major l...

Last March I was walking through my all-time favorite grocery store, Seed to Table in Naples, Florida. Yes, I have a favorite grocery store, and yes, it’s the best ever. While browsing through the Health & Wellness section, I met Michelle Albergo who was sharing information about Cell Fit. Cell Fit’s lead scientist, biochemist Tricia Flanagan, created a product like no other! It’s not a supple...

It seems counterintuitive, but sometimes asking a question is the WORST way to gather information! As we’ve been talking about in the last couple episodes, posing questions can often backfire. Our friends and partners may feel defensive or attacked! Even the most loving questions may impede intimacy, rather than enhance it.  Elliott’s clients have started making statements instead of asking questi...

When you want to get to know someone better, you ask them a lot of questions, right? Maybe not . . . This week, we pick up on an important point Elliott made last episode about avoiding questions to facilitate effective, authentic communication. It seems counterintuitive, but we can actually gather MORE information and cultivate DEEPER intimacy by communicating with statements. So, how exactly do...

Today Elliott and Tim explore the significance of language in relationships and how to avoid potential pitfalls in communication. They discuss how communication styles, gender roles, and temperament influence interactions, especially during conflicts. Elliott shares the importance of using 'we' language to foster unity and understanding in the context of relationships with significant others.  We...

We are joined on today’s episode by Sarah Knott. Sarah has been an avid listener of the podcast and has done counseling with Elliott. She shares with all of us her profound healing journey that started with some physical manifestations but as she explored things deeper found that there were emotional and spiritual elements at play as well. She is also a mom and her little ones were excited to be o...