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Student – Indi Leigh – Graduate Diploma – Melbourne
Feeling blessed, inspired, encouraged and challenged. Term 1 of yr 3 (grad dip) has officially begun with 1.5 days in Box Hill (VIC). I am so thankful to aifc who cover the whole thing in prayer. It's an honour and privilege to be apart of it. During the day and last...
Saying NO and Sticking To IT
Saying, “No.” can be a difficult thing for those who face conflicting thoughts and emotions when faced with a situation where, “No” should be the answer. Dr Henry Cloud, co-author of ‘Boundaries’ explains in his article below how, “No.” Is A Complete Sentence: How to...
Hope for The Debilitating Aspects Of Fear & Anxiety
Fear and anxiety can have a devastating impact on the quality of life for those who have it, particularly true for those who go untreated. In an excerpt from Tim Clinton’s ‘Anxiety & Fear’ he shows us how we can learn to diffuse the symptoms to help us regain...
Distracting yourself from an Addiction
Addictions can be tricky to deal with. The desire to return to the familiar and comfortable can creep in suddenly having us running back to our old habits if we aren’t careful. We need to have some plan of action in place to keep our minds occupied and focused on...
Fat Shaming the Overweight & Obese Just Makes Things Worse
All of us want to look good, live long lives, feel great and look fit. Those of us that manage our weight with healthy eating and regular exercise recognise that the responsibility for our own personal health and the way we look to others rests on our own shoulders....
Symptoms & Causes Of Carer Burnout
Carers or caregivers, as they are also commonly known, are a very relevant and important part of our community helping seniors and those with a disability. Carers make a big difference in the lives of those whom they help by providing a range of services like...
9 Tips For A Better Mental Health Approach
Daily routines are important to Mental health and wellbeing. There are many things we can do to benefit and improve our mental health. Studies show that 1 in 5 persons in our community will be affected by a mental health problem during their lifetime. 1. Pray &...
Looking At Making 2018 A Good Year?
As this year draws to an end and the new year begins, the pull might be to start drawing up ideas and making plans for new beginnings. This may involve focusing on what we could be doing differently for ourselves, for others and in our christian walk with them main...
Handling Children’s Mean Behaviour Towards Other Kids
How to Handle Children’s mean behaviour towards other kids What we can do when we witness mean behaviour towards other children by another child? In ‘Handling Aggressive Behaviour Toward Another Child’ – Dr. John Townsend explains. What should I do if my child is...
A Biblical Perspective On Mental Illness & The Role Of The Church
The bible is the greatest resource a Christian can possess for spiritual growth. According to the bible, after the fall of man, all human beings are affected by sin. We use to live in the perfect human and spiritual condition in the presence of God which the bible...
A Poem About God’s Grace – Grace To The Rescue
God’s grace is for everyone. Jesus died on the cross for all mankind. In this poem Deborah Ann expresses what God’s grace is about beautifully. Grace To the Rescue - by Deborah Ann Grace restores, the broken pieces fills in the cracks smooths the creases. Grace...
Extending Grace To Those With Mental Health Problems
Mental health problems can affect people from any nation, profession or faith. One in five persons will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime. Many of us are impacted by a mental illness. An article recently published by Finder.com.au titled, “Mental...