Who is in charge?
- Sylvia Jeronimo
- Mar 18, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 19, 2024
Do your emotions control you or do you control your emotions?
Alright, let's talk about emotions, shall we? Because Alison Cook and Kimberly Miller's book, "Boundaries For Your Soul," dives deep into the question of whether we control our emotions or if they control us. And let me tell you, it's a game-changer.
Picture this: You're feeling overwhelmed by anger, fear, sadness, or shame, and you're just not sure how to deal. Enter Cook and Miller with their Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, blending faith with counseling wisdom in a way that'll make your head spin—in a good way.
Now, I stumbled upon this gem when a couple of copies landed on my desk, accompanied by a request for review. At the time, I was a pastor, knee-deep in the world of spiritual and formational care. But let me tell you, my pastoral counseling skills were lacking in the integration department. IFS? That was a whole new world for me.
Cook and Miller guide you through it all with grace and wisdom. They don't want you to squash those troublesome emotions; oh no, they want you to embrace them with curiosity and compassion. And let me tell you, it's a game-changer.
Each chapter is packed with practical advice and real-life stories that'll make you nod along in recognition. If you've ever felt like your emotions are running the show and wreaking havoc on your relationships, this book is the answer to your prayers. It's like "Boundaries" by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, but for your inner world.
But here's the kicker: the real inspiration comes from the fact that Jesus can heal our cognitive and emotional wounds. Cook and Miller remind us that it's not just about Sunday church practices; it's about inviting Jesus into every corner of our souls, even the messy ones filled with shame and pain.
So, if you're ready for a life-transforming journey that'll change the way you think about your emotions, do yourself a favor and pick up "Boundaries For Your Soul." Trust me, you won't regret it. And who knows, it might just be the key to unlocking a whole new level of peace and freedom in your life.

We loose ourselves in books,
we find ourselves there too. - anonymous
~ Sylvia





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