{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Beyond Behavior Change: How Real Character Transformation Happens","description":"What if becoming more like Jesus has less to do with how much you know and more to do with who you\u2019re becoming? We can read the right books, listen to Christian podcasts and attend great churches. We can even know all the right answers. Yet we may still struggle with anger, insecurity, addiction, the need for approval or unhealthy relationship patterns. In this episode, Dr. Carol talks with professor and author Chuck DeGroat about the \u201chidden architecture\u201d of character. They discuss why genuine Christlike transformation requires more than information or outward spiritual practices. Chuck explains how our earliest experiences can shape the ways we protect ourselves, hide and seek validation. He also explores why deep character formation doesn\u2019t happen overnight. It happens through safe relationships, embodied spiritual practices and a willingness to approach our weaknesses with curiosity rather than shame. You\u2019ll discover why trying harder to eliminate unwanted behaviors may miss the pain underneath them. You\u2019ll also learn how staying grounded and compassionately connected to others can help you navigate disagreement. This conversation offers a different picture of spiritual maturity \u2014 one that moves beyond managing appearances and invites God to transform who you are beneath the surface. More from Chuck DeGroat: Soul Care Collaborative on YouTube Follow Chuck DeGroat: Instagram   Facebook    X   Substack  Click here to order Chuck\u2019s book:  Who You're Becoming: The Slow and Courageous Work of Cultivating Character in a Narcissistic Age Check out our previous episodes with Chuck DeGroat: Narcissism at Home or at Church, and Your internal Dashboard and Finding Healing More from Dr. Carol Ministries: In-Person Intensive Weekend - Experience true healing and wholeness as you unpack your personal story around intimacy and relationships in a safe, caring, Christ-filled environment. No matter what story you carry from your past, everything changes when you invite Jesus to become part of that story.   Individual Coaching with Dr. Carol - A one-on-one format to help you navigate your personal journey through practical encouragement and scriptural- based perspective.   Have a question for Dr. Carol? She loves to hear from you! You can send her a confidential message here.  ","author_name":"Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol","author_url":"http:\/\/drcarolministries.com","html":"