In The Light with Dr. Anita Phillips

Latest Episodes:

The Gift of Imperfection Jul 26, 2021

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This one is for the perfectionists! Displaying the kind of vulnerability that we love her for, Dr. Anita shares her story of recovery from perfectionism. From the childhood wound that started it all, to the freedom she is determined to maintain, Dr. A teaches us how the power of humility can break the chains of perfectionism and lead us into a life overflowing with unconditional love.

Autobiography Jul 19, 2021

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Sometimes we are completely out of touch with the weight our heart is carrying. Past trauma, the effects of the pandemic, stress, and bad news can really add up! Too often we try to compartmentalize our pain only to end up disconnected from our deepest truths. In this episode, Dr. Anita invites you to construct your autobiography. Connecting the dots between past experiences and present pain positions you for a powerful future!

The Power of Hope Jul 12, 2021

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Summer is in full swing at In the Light, so Dr. Anita is shaking things up! For this episode she decided to be her own guest and she's talking about living a life empowered by hope. Whether you have let go of a dream, feel challenged by the idea of living out your purpose, or you're just a little tired, Dr. Anita is here to deliver the fresh dose of determination that you need.

Let The Light In Jun 28, 2021

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This week, Dr. Anita sits down with Institutional Abuse expert, Dr. Wade Mullen to freely shine light into a very dark space: church abuse. Drawing from his personal experience, research, and work with faith communities, Dr. Mullen is sharing insights from his latest book – Something's Not Right: Decoding the Hidden Tactics of Abuse and Freeing Yourself from Its Power. Listen in for the tools you need to call out abuse and support healing journeys.

Tales from the Darkside – Part II Jun 21, 2021

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Dr. Anita is back to share the conclusion of her conversation with chaplain, trauma survivor, author, and poet J.S. Park. The story of his decades long struggle with depression, the freedom he's found in recovery and the elastic strength of his faith will stretch you in all the best ways! Darkness never wins...light always does.

Tales from the Darkside – Part I Jun 14, 2021

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This week, Dr. Anita sits down with poet and atheist-turned-chaplain, J.S. Park for a two-part interview, sure to leave you thinking more deeply about EVERYTHING. Drawing vulnerably from his experiences with childhood trauma, alcoholism, depression and the transformative love of God and armed with wisdom gleaned from hundreds of patients hovering at the edge of life, J.S. delivers the darkness-confounding light that we all need.

Press the Reset Button Jun 07, 2021

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It's been a long time coming but here we are! FOR every area of your life that has been on pause, it's finally time to PRESS RESET! In this episode, Dr. Anita is talking about what she is doing to press reset in her own life AND she's chatting with THE Latasha Morrison who is an author and the founder of Be the Bridge. Listen in for advice on letting go, moving into your next, riding out the hard parts, and flourishing each and every day of your life!

Stay the Course May 24, 2021

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One year after the death of George Floyd, Dr. Anita sits down with Rev. Eugene Cho to explore the fragility of identity in a time of racial and religious upheaval. They are talking faith, racial righteousness, the richness of the AAPI community, and the power of diverse relationships to enrich our lives and enlarge our hearts. Justice work is hard work. We won't give up, but weWILL take care ourselves spiritually AND emotionally. Wellness is non-negotiable!

Turn Up the Microphone May 17, 2021

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What do poetry, trauma, love, and the dark side of San Francisco's streets have in common? Spoken word artist and author, Hosanna Wong! Hosanna is joining us In the Light this week to show us how the most fragile moments of her youth have been transformed to become the most powerful elements of her ministry and mission. This superwoman is out to save the world and she knows exactly how NOT to do it! Listen. Learn. Heal. Grow.Hosanna will leave you inspired to step up to the microphone that's been waiting for YOU.

Worthy May 10, 2021

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In a world that seems to rush to rate and judge every aspect of who we are it's easy to internalize the message that we can never be good enough.In this episode,Dr. Anita and Vivian Mabuni, founder of the AAPI women's collective Someday Is Here, slow down to explore the forces that shape our self-esteem. Vivian's vulnerability is sure to strengthen you in ways you didn't even know you needed. Prepare to fully embrace how valuable and worthy you are. Hint:It's a lot