“For the world, self-care is mission, but for the church, self-care is strategy. We have to understand what self-care is as stewardship and an act of worship.”
Welcome to the latest episode of Unscripted, ARC’s podcast that brings you off-the-cuff, deeply engaging conversations.
Andy Yarborough, clinical psychologist and founder of The Well Clinic, joins Dino for a compelling conversation centered around what it means to thrive holistically. With a doctoral degree in psychology, Andy has a heart for helping pastors and missionaries not just overcome struggles but truly thrive in their ministries and personal lives.
In this episode, you’ll hear Dino and Andy discuss some of the most pressing and important topics we’ve ever covered on Unscripted. From the challenges facing today’s pastors to the incredible work being done to integrate well-being as the ongoing pursuit of holistic health, their conversation delves into:
- The significance of holistic self-care and well-being in ministry
- Why hiding behind your gift, platform, or ministry is dangerous
- The vital role of proactive prevention measures in pastoral training
- How to get curious and ask the right questions when working through struggles to move toward healing
- The important and complicated role of overseers and how supporting and resourcing them is crucial
- How being “restored to the pulpit” is never the goal of restoration
They also discuss the essential work Dr. Andy is doing with ARC, where he helps church planters and leaders prepare for their roles with a focus on emotional and spiritual health. If you’re involved in ministry, leadership, or passionate about supporting those who are, this episode is a must-listen.
So, grab your favorite barbecue (we enjoyed some delicious dry rub in Memphis during this recording)—or coffee—and tune in to this powerful conversation. You can listen to the episode [here] or your favorite podcast platform. And don’t forget to subscribe to Unscripted so you never miss an episode. Thank you for being a part of this journey with us. We’re so glad you’re here!