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Our Next Question is What Is Necessary Tension? What do we do when we're stuck between two conflicting ideas or motivations? Can we hold two competing truths at the same time? We get into all this and more in today's episode!

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Who are these people?

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

Melanie Jones is one of those rare people who can listen carefully, think deeply, and still crack a good joke. A self-educated lover of books, gardening, plants, art, projects, and theology, she has a keen understanding of both Scripture and human behavior, and a deep, lived commitment to Jesus. Behind the scenes, Melanie has been instrumental in strengthening Downey Park Counseling and at home she anchors her family with loyalty, resilience, and quiet strength. As co-host of Our Next Question, she brings a wise, gentle, and honest voice to conversations about life, faith, and what it means to be human.

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Our Next Question is What's In a (Last) Name? We dive into the psychology behind the tradition of taking the husband's last name in marriage. How does it affect identity? Does it have biblical grounding? Jump in with us as we discuss all this and more!

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Who are these people?

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

Melanie Jones is one of those rare people who can listen carefully, think deeply, and still crack a good joke. A self-educated lover of books, gardening, plants, art, projects, and theology, she has a keen understanding of both Scripture and human behavior, and a deep, lived commitment to Jesus. Behind the scenes, Melanie has been instrumental in strengthening Downey Park Counseling and at home she anchors her family with loyalty, resilience, and quiet strength. As co-host of Our Next Question, she brings a wise, gentle, and honest voice to conversations about life, faith, and what it means to be human.

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Our Next Question is What Is Humor? In this episode Melanie officially joins the podcast and we explore what humor is and why it matters. We dive into the depth behind goofs and gags, as well as what the Bible has to say about joy and even jokes. Strap in and enjoy the conversation!

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Who are these people?

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

Melanie Jones is one of those rare people who can listen carefully, think deeply, and still crack a good joke. A self-educated lover of books, gardening, plants, art, projects, and theology, she has a keen understanding of both Scripture and human behavior, and a deep, lived commitment to Jesus. Behind the scenes, Melanie has been instrumental in strengthening Downey Park Counseling and at home she anchors her family with loyalty, resilience, and quiet strength. As co-host of Our Next Question, she brings a wise, gentle, and honest voice to conversations about life, faith, and what it means to be human.

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Our Next Question is What Is a Blind Spot? We can often be blind to things in ourselves even when others are aware of them. We dive into why we have blind spots, how we can be more aware of things we might be missing within ourselves, and how we can respond when others call out things we are blind to.

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Who are these people?

Caroline Howard is a dedicated Biblical counselor and a Certified Somatic Stress-Release Practitioner who is deeply committed to her clients' well-being. She holds a certificate in Internal Family Systems Parts Work and is also recognized as a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, along with being a lifetime member of the Biblical Coaching Alliance. Additionally, she possesses both a Foundations of Biblical Counseling Certificate and a Counseling Skills and Practice Certificate from the esteemed Christian Counseling Education Foundation. She empathizes with those struggling and supports them through hardships, believing "no one should walk alone." She dedicates herself to being a compassionate presence, creating connections, and offering solace to those in pain. She is a proud parent of three amazing kids and one outstanding son-in-law who brings joy to her family. While she loves many places, her favorite is iconic San Francisco—she's a devoted Giants fan. Connect with Caroline at RelatableCounseling.org to schedule an appointment or inquire about having her speak at your next event. You can also follow her on Instagram @RelatableCaroline

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

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In this episode, we’re diving into an important and often misunderstood topic: betrayal trauma. When infidelity, pornography use, or sexual addiction enters a marriage, the pain it causes isn’t just emotional — it’s traumatic. We’ll unpack what betrayal trauma really is, why it affects the betrayed spouse so deeply, and how it can lead to symptoms of complex PTSD (CPTSD).

We’ll also talk about what healing actually looks like, why finding the right kind of help matters, and how to know if a therapist truly understands betrayal trauma. If you’ve ever been told you’re “codependent” for reacting to betrayal, this episode will set the record straight — and offer hope for your healing journey.

Would you like to help support Our Next Question and keep episodes coming? You can donate via Venmo @OurNextQuestion

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Who are these people?

Caroline Howard is a dedicated Biblical counselor and a Certified Somatic Stress-Release Practitioner who is deeply committed to her clients' well-being. She holds a certificate in Internal Family Systems Parts Work and is also recognized as a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, along with being a lifetime member of the Biblical Coaching Alliance. Additionally, she possesses both a Foundations of Biblical Counseling Certificate and a Counseling Skills and Practice Certificate from the esteemed Christian Counseling Education Foundation. She empathizes with those struggling and supports them through hardships, believing "no one should walk alone." She dedicates herself to being a compassionate presence, creating connections, and offering solace to those in pain. She is a proud parent of three amazing kids and one outstanding son-in-law who brings joy to her family. While she loves many places, her favorite is iconic San Francisco—she's a devoted Giants fan. Connect with Caroline at RelatableCounseling.org to schedule an appointment or inquire about having her speak at your next event. You can also follow her on Instagram @RelatableCaroline

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

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Our Next Question is What If? What if we started each morning with anticipation, expecting God to show up in our lives? What if we looked at every challenge, not as a burden, but as a gift—an opportunity to grow more like Christ? And what if we ended each day with gratitude and excitement for tomorrow’s growth? In this episode, we ask the powerful “What If?” questions that could reshape the way we live. We’ll explore how Scripture calls us to reframe trials as joy, how psychology supports the power of anticipation and gratitude, and practical ways to live with a mindset of growth and hope. Join us as we imagine—and begin living—the life God designed when we wake up with expectation, walk through hard things with purpose, and rest in the peace of His presence.

Would you like to help support Our Next Question and keep episodes coming? You can donate via Venmo @OurNextQuestion

Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet.

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Who are these people?

Caroline Howard is a dedicated Biblical counselor and a Certified Somatic Stress-Release Practitioner who is deeply committed to her clients' well-being. She holds a certificate in Internal Family Systems Parts Work and is also recognized as a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, along with being a lifetime member of the Biblical Coaching Alliance. Additionally, she possesses both a Foundations of Biblical Counseling Certificate and a Counseling Skills and Practice Certificate from the esteemed Christian Counseling Education Foundation. She empathizes with those struggling and supports them through hardships, believing "no one should walk alone." She dedicates herself to being a compassionate presence, creating connections, and offering solace to those in pain. She is a proud parent of three amazing kids and one outstanding son-in-law who brings joy to her family. While she loves many places, her favorite is iconic San Francisco—she's a devoted Giants fan. Connect with Caroline at RelatableCounseling.org to schedule an appointment or inquire about having her speak at your next event. You can also follow her on Instagram @RelatableCaroline

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

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Our Next Question is What is Lying? What exactly is lying? Is it simply saying something that isn’t true — or is there more beneath the surface? We’ll talk about the psychological definition of lying, different forms of lying, and the impact of lying.

Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet.

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Who are these people?

Caroline Howard is a dedicated Biblical counselor and a Certified Somatic Stress-Release Practitioner who is deeply committed to her clients' well-being. She holds a certificate in Internal Family Systems Parts Work and is also recognized as a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, along with being a lifetime member of the Biblical Coaching Alliance. Additionally, she possesses both a Foundations of Biblical Counseling Certificate and a Counseling Skills and Practice Certificate from the esteemed Christian Counseling Education Foundation. She empathizes with those struggling and supports them through hardships, believing "no one should walk alone." She dedicates herself to being a compassionate presence, creating connections, and offering solace to those in pain. She is a proud parent of three amazing kids and one outstanding son-in-law who brings joy to her family. While she loves many places, her favorite is iconic San Francisco—she's a devoted Giants fan. Connect with Caroline at RelatableCounseling.org to schedule an appointment or inquire about having her speak at your next event. You can also follow her on Instagram @RelatableCaroline

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

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Our Next Question is What Helps Men Connect? In this episode, we dive into an important and often overlooked topic: how men connect. We're joined once again by Steve Rager, who brings his wisdom, life experience, and honest perspective to the table as we explore the unique ways men form relationships — especially through adventure, shared experiences, and doing life side-by-side.

Want to help us keep these conversations going? You can donate via Venmo at @OurNextQuestion— your support means the world to us. Let’s keep asking better questions, together.

Do us a favor and leave us a review on whichever platform you listen to us on. This helps us spread our podcast to people who don’t know about us yet.

Intro & Outro Music: Starting Over by LNDÖ

Who are these people?

Caroline Howard is a dedicated Biblical counselor and a Certified Somatic Stress-Release Practitioner who is deeply committed to her clients' well-being. She holds a certificate in Internal Family Systems Parts Work and is also recognized as a Certified Life Breakthrough Coach, along with being a lifetime member of the Biblical Coaching Alliance. Additionally, she possesses both a Foundations of Biblical Counseling Certificate and a Counseling Skills and Practice Certificate from the esteemed Christian Counseling Education Foundation. She empathizes with those struggling and supports them through hardships, believing "no one should walk alone." She dedicates herself to being a compassionate presence, creating connections, and offering solace to those in pain. She is a proud parent of three amazing kids and one outstanding son-in-law who brings joy to her family. While she loves many places, her favorite is iconic San Francisco—she's a devoted Giants fan. Connect with Caroline at RelatableCounseling.org to schedule an appointment or inquire about having her speak at your next event. You can also follow her on Instagram @RelatableCaroline

Chris Oneth is a Marriage and Family Therapist and owner of Downey Park Counseling Associates, where a team of 15 dedicated counselors and therapists love to bring Christ’s Gospel into the healing work of counseling to anyone who has need. Chris lives in Modesto with his wife Melanie of 30 years and has four grown children and four grandchildren. For fun, he loves to hang out with his family and travel with his wife, as well as experience adventures in the outdoors by overlanding, motorcycling, and mountain bike riding. If you would like to have Chris speak at your event, please email him at chris@chrisoneth.com or visit his website at chrisoneth.com

Our Sponsors:
Downey Park Counseling Associates
DPCAModesto.com

Relatable Counseling
relatablecounseling.org