Being Human with Steve Cuss
Being Human with Steve Cuss
Christianity Today
Are You Carrying Your Family's Emotional Baggage? with Steve & Lisa Cuss
34 minutes Posted Mar 2, 2026 at 10:00 am.
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In this episode of "Being Human," hosts Steve and Lisa Cuss launch a new season focusing on family of origin that explores how inherited "assets and liabilities" shape our lives. They discuss family propaganda, permitted emotions, and generational traits, sharing personal stories about how these dynamics influence relationships and self-understanding. Emphasizing a gospel-centered approach, they encourage listeners to reflect on their own family patterns with compassion and curiosity, offering practical tools for growth. 
Biblical Passages
John
Exodus
Deuteronomy
Jeremiah
Ezekiel
Genesis 25–27 (ESV)
Episode Resources:
What is a genogram?
More about the Family Systems Theory
Family Diagram (Bowen Center)
Pete Scazzero’s Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
Human Sized Journal – Digital Edition (PDF Download) 
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