This week, our guest is Dr. Brian Hooper. Brian is a licensed clinical pastoral therapist and an ordained Lutheran priest. Earlier in his life, in the process of coming out, Brian learned what it meant and what it costs to become the authentic self. His spirituality served as the bedrock of his growth toward the True Self, and in this episode, Brian expertly weaves his understanding of psychology with a deep, universal, and accessible understanding of the spiritual nature of all humans. Brian shares wisdom gained from years of rigorous study and a life lived with integrity. The result is a podcast filled with so much knowledge, so much wisdom, and so much depth, you're going to need to take notes so you don't miss anything! (I took notes while we chatted.) This week, sit back, grab a warm beverage, and let Brian's soothing, grace-filled words guide you on a deeper path toward yourself.