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How Children Learn & Develop Through Play
Reading Time: 3 minutesChildren learn & develop through their senses during play & while interacting with others.
Internet Addiction Gets In The Way of Productivity
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen used wisely the internet is a purposeful tool that doesn’t get in the way of productive lives.
True Riches – A Matter of The Heart
Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery day of our lives should be lived such that until our last moments, these “ordinary moments” reflect God’s way.
Disorder in The DSM-5 VS Disorder In The Bible
In the new DSM-5, the word “disorder” is used to describe now over 300 maladies identified with being human! This got me thinking, from a biblical theology and practical counselling perspective: the word “disorder” is in some ways actually an accurate word to describe...
Shame & Guilt VS Love, Acceptance & Grace
In Pastor Darryl Eyb’s ‘3 Freeing Words for the Shamed,’ he provides a clear explanation of guilt and shame and explains how can be set free. I woke up this morning with a familiar feeling. I want to close my eyes, roll over and go back to sleep, but I knew I...
Support & Inclusion Of Disadvantaged Children
Despite this great nation’s wealth and sustained economic growth, sadly in Australia there are children living in poverty and disadvantage. Research results showed confronting statistics that were presented to the Australian Government in the ACOSS report. The ACOSS...
How To Teach Kids that Boredom isn’t Boring
In Shauna Gallagher’s blog, ‘Boredom Isn’t Boring’ she gives some really good advice for equipping parents with tools for helping kids become productive when boredom strikes. How many times have you heard the words (in a whiney voice), “I’m bored” or “There’s nothing...
Advice For Helping A Loved One With Depression
Mental health nurse, Shauna Gallagher gives advice for someone who wants to help a loved one who is suffering from depression. Many of you reading this won’t have a diagnosis of depression but will be wondering what you can do to help a loved one who does. You may...
The Emotional Extremes of Borderline Personality Disorder
Reading Time: 2 minutesBorderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental Illness. Those affected with BPD have difficulty relating to people
The Christian’s Mental Health Self-Care Kit
For those living with a mental health condition, self - care is particularly essential to help keep ourselves in the best of health, and hopefully to make our condition more manageable. What this looks like for each individual can differ from person to person based...
The Typical Counselling Room A Safe Place To Talk
Seeing a qualified counsellor for the first time without knowing what to expect can make us a little nervous. Lack of knowledge can also lead to misconceptions about counsellors, leading some to shun the counselling room for fear of judgement, or for concerns about...
Qualities That Make My Dad A Good Father
Fathers play a vital role in the family home for the development of their children. Growing up with a fun loving and caring father was great for me and my siblings. His love, support, affection and love for our mother made us feel secure. His efforts and hard work...