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5 Things A Depressed Christian Doesn’t Want To Hear
In 5 things not to say to a depressed Christian Pastor Darryl Eyb puts into words what others going through depression often don’t like to hear and offers practical ways we can offer help to those who have depression. I’ve struggled with depression for several years...
Self-Care After Something Tragic Happens In Our Lives.
The shock and pain of a serious emotional upset is undoubtedly quite difficult to deal with that can be described as a ‘psychological trauma’. Grief and bereavement is a normal part of being human to help us process and deal with our heavy loss or trauma. While we are...
The Positive Effects of Kindness On Our Mental Health
Making others feel good with kindness can be really rewarding by making us feel great about our actions as Christians for doing the right thing. Practicing kindness also has a profound effect our own mental & physiological health, helping us to become happier and...
Simple Ways To Energise Our Minds & Bodies For Work
Reading Time: 3 minutesLooking after ourselves when our brain cogs are trying to regain momentum after returning to work from a holiday break is essential for enegising our minds and bodies.
Fearing Social Rejection & Loss of Leadership Credibility
The fear of facing social rejection or losing leadership credibility within the christian community due to the present stigma and the over spiritualisation of mental illness that is often deemed solely as a spiritual condition, is very real. This raises some concerns...
Scientific Breakthrough Uncovers ‘Cell Disorder’ in PMDD Sufferers
Reading Time: 2 minutesScientific research recently discovered a link in PMDD to a ‘cell disorder’ revealing how cells process sex hormones in PMDD sufferers.
Phil Burns – Testimonial of an aifc Diploma Student
Having not studied for 30 years I had no idea what to expect. The first thing that struck me was the quality of the information provided by aifc, but even more importantly to me was the support I received from the staff. It wasn't always easy, as I started a full...
Terry Lynch – Thank You To David Watkins
Recently aifc student Terry Lynch sent such a lovely email thanking aifc staff member David Watkins, that we attained permission to share it with all of you. David is a Godly man wearing many hats at aifc employed as our Under-graduate Program Coordinator in Sydney...
Successful Open Days At Various Locations Around Australia
Recently aifc conducted our annual 'Open Days' for enquirers to learn as much as possible about our Christian counselling courses commencing in 2018. Some Open Days were held at our study centres or at Koorong stores at various locations around Australia. Open days...
Unplugging to Recharge our Batteries in Quiet Stillness
Recently I came across an article on Psychology Today describing how our technologically advanced young people are experiencing ‘Nomophobia,’ a word to describe the fear they are experiencing of going without their mobile phones. Our kids today don't know what life is...
Student Testimonial – Pastor Geoff McCutcheon
A most blessed year and completion of the Diploma in Christian Counselling. Highlighted by personal growth in Christ and a much greater understanding of interpersonal relationships. Very supportive Tutorial staff and I encourage others to seriously consider enrolling...
7 Ways To Free Yourself From Addiction
Addictions are tough to beat, but regardless of our feelings, they can be conquered. If you’ve ever tried changing one single habit like smoking, drinking, overeating or generally bad behaviours, to name a few, you’ll know that it’s not easy. One major key to...