{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6259cb2bedb25700134ab06d/68c3785624c6e67e68748ffe?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The Healing Power of Being Fully Heard","description":"<p>Hello my Lovelies!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Episode 19: The Healing Power of Being Fully Heard with Dr. &amp; Pastor Jon Korkidakis</strong></p><p><br></p><p>What happens when someone truly listens—without judgment, without trying to fix, without shutting you down? In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. &amp; Pastor Jon Korkidakis joins me to talk about the transformative power of&nbsp;<em>being fully heard&nbsp;</em>and what it means to hold space for others.</p><p><br></p><p>Jon has been a safe presence in my own life, especially when I was deconstructing the faith I was raised in. While others offered judgment and “you shouldn’ts,” Jon simply listened. That act of compassion helped me feel seen, valid, and not alone.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we explore:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>What it really means to hold space and listen without judgment</li><li>How self-awareness shapes the way we respond when we’re triggered</li><li>The beauty of “thin spaces”—those sacred Celtic moments where heaven and earth feel close</li><li>Why people in pain don’t need clichés or pat answers, but presence and empathy</li><li>How Jesus modeled listening and storytelling instead of quick fixes</li><li>Why those deconstructing their faith often feel unseen, and how we can change that</li><li>Practical ways to listen more deeply and connect with others</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Jon reminds us:</p><p>“Everybody wants to be heard in some way or another. Not fixed. Not corrected. Not rebuked. Just heard.”</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever longed to feel seen or want to become a better listener for those around you, this conversation will encourage you and offer practical wisdom.</p><p>Tune in for beautiful insights on listening, holding space, and the healing power of being fully heard.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Jon:</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"http://www.villagegreenchurch.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.villagegreenchurch.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:leadpastor@villagegreenchurch.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">leadpastor@villagegreenchurch.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Music: Inspiring Space Coffee by Audio Coffee</p><p><a href=\"https://www.audiocoffee.net/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.audiocoffee.net/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Love the podcast? Fuel it with a coffee!&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://buymeacoffee.com/stephanieannwebb\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://buymeacoffee.com/stephanieannwebb</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>#emotionalintelligence #listeningskills #communication #podcastconversations #stephuppodcast</p>","author_name":"Stephanie Ann Webb"}