Publications
The Discipline of Suffering: Redeeming Our Stories by Katherine Thompson
Katherine Thompson, The Discipline of Suffering: Redeeming Our Stories, Acorn, 2023.
From the author of the bestseller Christ-Centred Mindfulness, a transformative book that tackles the faulty stories we tell ourselves during times of pain and suffering.
Katherine Thompson shows how suffering can be a spiritual discipline, fostering growth, healing and a deeper faith in God. Her book provides a safe space to explore the difficult questions raised by suffering while encouraging us to confront personal challenges rather than avoid them. The Discipline of Suffering offers practical strategies, real-life stories and useful skills to help reconstruct broken lives, equipping readers to navigate through difficult times.
Whether you seek healing, resilience or a renewed sense of purpose, The Discipline of Suffering is your guide to redeeming your story and finding meaning amidst adversity.
About the Author: Katherine Thompson is Head of Research at the Centre for Psychology and Theology, Melbourne School of Theology.