Episode 36: Unsustainable Hype

The recent solar eclipse brought with it no shortage of hype. Whether you got excited about it or not, it provided a good opportunity for us to think about the effects of hype in life. Faith journeys often begin with an emotional experience, often "hype," at a level beyond normal. That's why we are attracted to it - it's different than the "same old normal." Hype is often used as a tactic to get people interested. Many people grow dependent on hype as their fuel to keep going. While there may be a time and a place for hype, it's important for us to realize that it's not sustainable over the long haul.