Many people struggle with the question, "Can I experience God's forgiveness?" Let's begin by considering some truths from God's Word: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. – 1 John 1:9 Be kind to one another, tender-hearted, forgiving each [...]
"I think I'm bipolar." If you've ever had this thought or said these words aloud, that leads me to believe you’re noticing some irregularities with your mood, energy, or thought processes. Perhaps you’ve been unusually happy these days or maybe people have been telling you that you’re particularly moody. Maybe you suspect that you [...]
Are the incessant demands of work, school or family taking their toll on you? Are financial issues, illness, or other problems causing so much stress that your mental health is negatively affected? Do you often feel tense and even have physical symptoms, such a racing heart or trouble breathing? Do you wonder if you’re [...]
Dealing with grief after the death of a loved one can be a huge heartbreak. This type of grief can bring on different waves of emotions, because you can no longer just pick up the phone and call them. Death has such a gravity to it because of how finite it is. No longer [...]
Having the “fear of abandonment” while in a dating relationship can leave you feeling vulnerable and insecure. You are eager to commit yourself in a loving relationship, but “what if” thoughts of being abandoned are preventing you from building trust or being able to enjoy creating a companionship. Lessons to Help You Overcome the [...]
It has been theorized that only a small fraction of communication is actually done through words. Your eyes, your facial expressions, the shape your mouth takes when you speak, the tone of your voice, body language – many things come together when you are speaking to another person. Likewise, these things are coming your [...]
For those in a position of leadership, having professional development goals is an important part of growing as a leader. Setting personal leadership goals demonstrates initiative and provides a framework for professional development for those under your leadership. It is vital to cultivate a positive working environment, and this is achieved by expecting people [...]
When someone hears the term “OCD” images of an obsessively clean person comes to mind. Perhaps someone who has to wash their hands three times after shaking someone’s hand. In reality, true Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) covers a broader range of conditions and can deteriorate the quality of life for the person living with [...]
“Codependency” is almost a catchphrase in popular culture. But what is the clinical definition of codependency, and how can you tell if this problem is characterizing your relationship? Let’s get into the details of what this condition is and how it plays out in real life. What is Codependency? A Definition So, when we [...]
Are you struggling with an addiction to alcohol or drugs? Or maybe it’s not you who’s struggling, but your family member or someone else you’re close to? Do you need more information about a chemical dependency treatment program? If so, keep reading. Chemical Dependency … What Is It? The fifth edition of the Diagnostic [...]
