Fr. Rob Kroll joins Patrick to discuss Mental and Spiritual Health
- (7:12) What is the correlation of mental and spiritual health?
- How does the prayer help with metal health?
- (19:12) Mary Ellen - I've struggled with mental health all my life. 60 years old. Suicidal, but I've always been faithful Catholic. I love God and have had a good relationship with Him. Even though I've been in and out of the hospital many times, I'm on meds that keep me steady and I've always had a deep faith life, but only since I've had good mental health therapy and meds.
(24:51) Break 1
- How can we be aware of our mental state?
- (30:17) Doug - I struggle with schizophrenia. I'm consecrated to St. Dymphna. I've seen many things with this illness. Struggled throughout most of my life. I live in a mental health community and we all struggle with many different diseases. Every day I wake up with my devotionals and spiritual guidance. Want to thank you all for bringing awareness.
- (36:12) Carlo - What does father thing about 'warm lines.' Different than hotlines, They're set up so people can call in and talk to someone who is willing to listen.
(41:16) Break 2
- How can prayer and the sacraments help us mentally?
- (45:46) Recommendations for mental and spiritual health.
Resources:
- Catholic Therapist.
- Be Healed - Dr. Bob Schuchts
- Real Suffering - Dr. Bob Schuchts
- The Catholic Guide to Depression
- Understanding Scrupulosity: 3rd Edition of Questions and Encouragement
- The Catholic Guide Through Anxiety - Fr. John Paul Mary Zeller
