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Embracing Resilience: Overcoming Weaknesses and Failures with Confidence
In the Book of Hebrews, we find a powerful testament to the resilience of individuals who turned their weaknesses into strengths, emerging victorious even in the face of daunting challenges. The verse states, "Whose weakness was turned to strength; and who became...
Hearing God – The Way of the Burning Heart – Part 1
They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?” Luke 24:32 Before you go any further in reading this, I would encourage you to sit down and read Chapter 24:13-35 of Luke's Gospel...
Coping Strategies for managing anxiety and panic attacks
Life can sometimes become overwhelming, don't you think? Especially when anxiety and panic attacks come into the picture, but you don't have to stress! There are some valuable strategies. This blog post is all about simple tasks to help you deal with anxiety and those...
Finding Home
In the past year I have been doing a lot of reading and research on what seems to me to be a major theme in our lives and indeed across the entire biblical narrative, that of exile and homecoming. Perhaps you can relate to this. That is, to varying degrees we all...
Exploring the link between Diet and Mental Health
Maintaining a healthy diet is beneficial for both your body and mind. Stress and depression are often the first things that come to mind when we think about mental health, but diet also plays a role. For optimal function, our brain need the correct nutrition. These...
Preventing Burnout: A Call to Dependence on God’s Strength
For those working in ministry, the journey, though rewarding, can be a difficult path filled with challenges that often lead to anger, depression, fear, and alienation. A staggering three out of four pastors report grappling with these emotional struggles. The roots...
Building Resilience: Strategies for Coping with Life’s Challenges
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns, and adversity. We all face challenges, but the key to overcoming them lies in our resilience and capacity to bounce back from tough times. It's not about having some inborn gift; resilience is a skill we can nurture and...
Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Journey to Mental Health
Introduction In the realm of mental health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) stands as a complex and challenging condition. It is an emotional battle that many individuals who have experienced trauma find themselves grappling with. In this article, we will...
Mental Health in the Workplace: Strategies for Employers
Taking care of our mental health is essential, especially in today's hectic world of work. Employers are realising this and figuring out how to make their workplaces more inclusive. Work can be stressful, and when employers care about mental health, it benefits...
The Connection Between Mental Health and Sleep
Work, family, and other commitments make it tougher to get enough sleep every night. According to research, clinical insomnia, the most prevalent sleep disorder in adults, was made worse by the epidemic. Around 37% reported it, and 17% experienced severe sleeplessness...
Nurturing Mental and Emotional Wellbeing
In the tapestry of life, mental health forms an integral thread, weaving through our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It’s a journey that many navigate, sometimes encountering rocky terrains and stormy weather. In these moments of struggle, the guidance of a...
How Community Can Impact Our Wellbeing
In recent years, society has made significant strides in understanding mental health. We've come to recognise that mental health issues are not isolated problems faced by individuals alone but are deeply rooted in our communities. Mental health is a community issue,...