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Episode Synopsis
“Self-knowledge is so important that, even if you were raised right up to the heavens, I should like you never to relax your cultivation of it.” -St. Teresa of Avila
In this episode I'm joined by famed author of many books, including The Temperament God Gave You, Laraine Bennett. If you're like me, you get a little annoyed when someone references the temperaments because it feels just a tad... simplistic. Or you never read a book about them before. Never fear! We break down each temperament into manageable explanations and after hearing them, I think you'll agree with me that they're an enormously helpful tool for increasing self-knowledge.
My favorite part of our interview was discussing something I've never heard talked about before: Pitfalls to avoid discernment for each temperament, as well as how to use your particular temperament to discern God's will well. As always on this show, we discuss discernment for every single decision in your life- not just your vocation.
Topics Discussed
What is temperament? How it differs from personality
Where the concept of temperaments comes from, and an overview of each
Thinking correctly about temperament: Avoiding both navel-gazing and unjust judgement
Discernment advice for each temperament type
Are certain temperament types more compatible with others in marriage?
Resources
Know Thyself! Board Game by Laraine Bennett
The Temperament God Gave You by Laraine Bennett
Laraine's Temperament Quiz
The Little Way of Living With Less- Laraine's newest book
Brennan and Audra Nakane: The Nakane CAPS temperament system on Called and Caffeinated
Need a community? Check out the Christian Family Movement. Find a group or start one in your area backed by their 70+ years of experience strengthening couples and families!
Your support on Patreon helps power these episodes. Thank you to our amazing patrons who make this unique content possible! Consider joining and gain access to Coffee Sips, Stacey's secondary podcast, as well as twice-monthly video chats with the community. Pledges start at just $5/mo.
In this episode I'm joined by famed author of many books, including The Temperament God Gave You, Laraine Bennett. If you're like me, you get a little annoyed when someone references the temperaments because it feels just a tad... simplistic. Or you never read a book about them before. Never fear! We break down each temperament into manageable explanations and after hearing them, I think you'll agree with me that they're an enormously helpful tool for increasing self-knowledge.
My favorite part of our interview was discussing something I've never heard talked about before: Pitfalls to avoid discernment for each temperament, as well as how to use your particular temperament to discern God's will well. As always on this show, we discuss discernment for every single decision in your life- not just your vocation.
Topics Discussed
What is temperament? How it differs from personality
Where the concept of temperaments comes from, and an overview of each
Thinking correctly about temperament: Avoiding both navel-gazing and unjust judgement
Discernment advice for each temperament type
Are certain temperament types more compatible with others in marriage?
Resources
Know Thyself! Board Game by Laraine Bennett
The Temperament God Gave You by Laraine Bennett
Laraine's Temperament Quiz
The Little Way of Living With Less- Laraine's newest book
Brennan and Audra Nakane: The Nakane CAPS temperament system on Called and Caffeinated
Need a community? Check out the Christian Family Movement. Find a group or start one in your area backed by their 70+ years of experience strengthening couples and families!
Your support on Patreon helps power these episodes. Thank you to our amazing patrons who make this unique content possible! Consider joining and gain access to Coffee Sips, Stacey's secondary podcast, as well as twice-monthly video chats with the community. Pledges start at just $5/mo.
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