Embracing Wholeness: Two Way Prayer and Inner Child Work with Fr. Michael Falls
Real prayer is drawing closer to God with all our broken parts in tow. It's not Recovery, it's Discovery.
What happens when you mix the wisdom of ancient prayer practices with the insights of modern psychology? In this episode, Father Bill W. sits down with Fr. Michael Falls, a former Dallas Cowboy turned Episcopal priest, to explore just that. The conversation dives into the transformative practice of Two Way Prayer and its surprising connection to Inner Child work. Fr.
Michael opens up about his journey, revealing how these practices have helped him integrate all parts of himself, even the broken ones. The episode touches on the significance of right and left brain functions in self-discovery, the role of prayer in recovery, and Carl Jung's concept of the shadow self. Fr. Bill and Fr. Michael also discuss the four absolutes—honesty, purity, unselfishness, and love—and how they can guide us toward a more holistic prayer practice.
If you're curious about how to make your spiritual journey more engaging and meaningful, this episode offers a fresh perspective that might just change the way you think about recovery.