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Steve Gregg's discussion on the matters of the heart continues in this segment, focusing on the correlation between moral behavior and mental illness. According to Gregg, when people behave in a particular way, it is not a mere metaphorical reference to a sick heart, but rather a literal illness of the mind. He emphasizes the importance of moral responsibility and choices based on the goodness or evil in one's heart. While medication can be a temporary solution to chemical imbalances, Gregg argues that addressing the root cause through spiritual healing is the key to permanent relief.
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