Spirituality
In NICC, this domain involves internal working models that enable individuals to relate to God as a loving Father, aligning experiential understanding with biblical teachings. Thriving involves developing a personal relationship with God, supported by biblical teaching, prayer, community worship, and acts of service.
Example Helpful self@best IWMs of Spirituality:
- Feels deeply connected to God and integrates faith into daily life, experiencing it as a source of strength and guidance.
- Open to questioning and exploring spiritual beliefs, leading to a robust and personalized faith that withstands life’s challenges.
Example Unhelpful self@worst IWMs of Spirituality:
- Feels abandoned by God or unworthy of divine love, leading to spiritual disconnection or crisis.
- Holds rigid, unexamined spiritual beliefs that prevent personal growth and limit understanding of different perspectives.
Thriving and the Expression of the Soul’s DNA
In NICC, thriving is the ultimate expression of the Core Self, achieved when an individual’s life is fully aligned with God’s design. It involves realizing one’s created potential and living in deep connection with oneself and God. Thriving is characterized by continuous growth and transformation “from glory to glory” (2 Corinthians 3:18), embodying the divine aspiration and infinite potential within the individual.
To facilitate thriving, NICC therapy focuses on transforming Self@Worst IWMs into Self@Best IWMs, encouraging practices that reflect both psychological health and spiritual maturity. This transformation involves:
- Identifying and reworking maladaptive IWMs through therapeutic interventions.
- Integrating biblical truths and spiritual practices that reinforce an individual’s identity in Christ.
- Encouraging practices that enhance understanding of one’s unique soul DNA, fostering a lifestyle that expresses this inherent design.
Thus, in NICC, the therapeutic journey is not only about healing psychological wounds but also about rediscovering and living out the divine blueprint embedded in every individual’s Core Self.
Keep Learning!
As we have journeyed through the intricate framework of Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® (NICC), we have uncovered how it seamlessly weaves together the strands of neuroscience, psychology, and Christian spirituality to support individuals in their pursuit of healing and thriving.
By understanding the interplay between the Core Self and Constructed Self, and how Internal Working Models shape our life’s narrative, NICC offers a profound pathway for personal transformation and spiritual growth. If you’re inspired to explore how these principles can impact your life or the lives of those around you, consider delving deeper into the world of NICC to discover how it can foster a deeper connection with oneself and with God.
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