In this episode my guest Dr. Robert Shaw shares his thoughts on the core longings of the heart and their meanings. He points out the consequences of the heart not getting the attention it deserves as it pertains to these lon
gings. He also talks about passion and how you can find your passion by identifying your pet peeves. This insight alone, makes listening to this episode a must-listen.
Dr. Shaw’s Brief Bio:
Dr. Robert B. Shaw, Jr. is a Licensed Professional Counselor, dually licensed in Virginia and North Carolina, and is a National Board Certified Counselor. He is also an ordained minister, serving as a youth pastor, Christian education director, adult education director, musician, and executive pastor in churches in New Jersey, Colorado, Maryland, and currently in North Carolina, for over 35 years. He has also been a middle school and high school teacher and athletic coach in both the public and private school environments.
Dr. Shaw has spent several years counseling in church settings and community agencies and with military personnel and their families near Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and specializes in trauma-related issues, addictions, victims of abuse, depression, anxiety disorders, life adjustment issues, loss and grief, counseling church leaders and pastors, adolescents, and adults.
Dr. Shaw is a unique, prophetic voice in the kingdom, caring for hurting people and serving as an adjunct professor for a Christian university, an author, and a conference speaker.
Dr. Shaw and his wife, Lorinda, have been married since 1978, and have raised five children together. He also enjoys running, sports, the beach, traveling, and spending time with family. He is uniquely trained theologically and psychologically to use that experience in practical application of concepts for inner healing, mental health and Christian living.
Here are the core longings he shared:
1. To be loved and being able to express it
2. Need to feel safe and secure especially in relationships
3. Have a purpose … what are we here for?
4. A desire to be understood
5. Having a sense of belonging to someone
6. A need for significance .. to know who we are .. our identity
Dr. Shaw made some additional comments as outlined below.
Happiness is a fleeting experience. It’s not meant to be a lasting state of being
Entrepreneurial spirit could be a blessing and a curse .. driven and never satisfied
Every passion we have is been given by God and need to be lined up with my calling
What they really Need; Peace and contentment
When passion is lined up what calling it leads to contentment and a happier living.
Connect With Dr. Shaw:
If you want to learn more about your part and/or you are willing to take action he can help you! Contact him via:
Website: www.rbshaw.net
Announcements:
My new book: “The Midlifepreneur: Make Your Dreams Come True Without Risking Everything” is now available on Amazon both in the Kindle Version and Print Version.
Quote Of The Week:
Books mentioned:
A Happier Living That Lasts More Than A Day ~ by Kingsley Grant
Created for significance by Dr. Robert Shaw
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Book Recommendation:
The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Ph D Gay Hendrick
What To Say When You Talk To Yourself by Shad Helmstetter
Links mentioned:
Free Chapter “Make Your Dream Come True Without Risking Everything – The Midlifepreneur”
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