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Struggling with mental health or depression can feel overwhelming—but in the light of faith, even our deepest wounds can be transformed. In this episode of the A Reason for Hope podcast, Catholic psychiatrist Dr. Aaron Kheriaty shares powerful insights on how prayer, meditation, and embracing redemptive suffering can lead to profound healing and lasting hope.

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If you’ve been searching for encouragement and practical steps to grow closer to God through your trials, this conversation will inspire you to see your cross not as a burden, but as a bridge to grace.

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00:00 Introduction

02:37 Start of Interview

03:18 The Connection Between Faith and Mental Health

09:26 Reductionist view of Modern Psychology

15:08 The Role of Faith in Alleviating Suffering

19:28 Meditating on the Passion of Christ

24:44 The Broader Context of Christ's Suffering

31:12 Importance of Uniting Suffering with Christ

32:20 The Redemptive Nature of Suffering

33:44 Cultural Mentality and Victimhood

37:08 Spiritual Healings role in Psychological Well-being

40:02 The Role of Sacraments in Healing

47:30 Final Reflections on Suffering and Hope