Welcome to the very first episode of Meet At The Well!  Today, we journey back to Jacob’s well in John 4, where a simple request for water sparks the longest recorded conversation Jesus has with anyone in the New Testament—not with a religious leader, but with a Samaritan woman many would have overlooked.In this episode, we’ll explore:The cultural and historical backdrop of John 4How Jesus models dignity, curiosity, and truth in hard conversationsWhat "Woman at the Well Theology" invites us into todayThe principle of charity—and why connection, not combat, is the goalHow storytelling bridges the sacred and the secular one word at a timeIf you’ve ever felt caught between worlds—too sacred for the secular, too secular for the sacred—this conversation is for you.Resources Mentioned:John 4:1-42 (Biblical text)Genesis 16 (Story of Hagar, referenced briefly)Principle of Charity (for more on this communication approach, check out The Principle of Charity by Michael Patrick Lynch and Scott Aikin or visit this overviewAffective Science (exploring emotional regulation, connection, and communication)Need Support?If today’s episode stirred things in you and you’re looking for help, you're not alone. Here are some resources:BetterHelp Online Therapy (https://www.betterhelp.com/) – access licensed therapists from anywherePsychology Today Therapist Directory(https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists) – find local support based on your needsNAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://nami.org/Home) – mental health resources, support groups, and educationConnect with Me:Substack: https://meetatthewell.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atthewellwithmarianaIf you found today's conversation meaningful, it would mean so much if you subscribed, shared, or left a review. It helps others find this space too.Until next time—Come thirsty. You are welcome here.

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