He’s popped the question. You said, “Yes!” Now, you’ve entered the season of engagement that includes choosing a venue, cake-tasting appointments, dress fittings and bridal showers. Couples take months to plan a wedding that only lasts a day, yet often neglect to focus on their marriage which will last a lifetime. It’s easy to [...]
When most people hear the term trauma, the usual idea is an accident survivor with injuries and a scary recollection of the ordeal. If not that, then it may be that of a soldier dealing with battlefield stress. Though such incidents do cause trauma, there is more to trauma than just that. What is [...]
As you exchange sacred vows, walk blissfully down the aisle, and celebrate your new chapter as husband and wife, thoughts of infidelity are far from your mind. You begin building a life with your spouse until one day you are blindsided by a confession expressing a deep-rooted struggle with sexual addiction. When your spouse [...]
Anxiety is a normal part of being human. As we do not know the future, we are often anxious about upcoming events. In normal doses, anxiety keeps us on our toes as we prepare ourselves for things to come such as meeting new playmates, tests at school, job interviews, a romantic date, or life [...]
Have you ever had concerns that you may be experiencing signs of depression? This is a difficult topic to navigate, and it’s often hard to discuss. Before thinking that depression could never occur in your life, understand that this common mental health issue does not discriminate. Understanding the Signs of Depression Depression can affect [...]
When the words attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are mentioned, thoughts about children usually come to mind. We picture children fidgeting in their seats, unable to pay attention as representative of the disorder. But this is not a disorder that is limited to children. At least 4-5% of adults have ADHD in the U.S. [...]
For people who have just fallen in love, it seems like all is right in the world. Bad days simply go away when that significant other comes to mind. Their laugh, their smile, their text, or their online message is all that is needed to bring joy to the world. When people are in [...]
For someone who suffers from social anxiety, certain interactions with others can often feel like a life or death situation. When danger presents itself to the human body, our adrenal system kicks in and we are presented with two clear options -- “fight or flight.” For those without any anxiety disorder, this response could [...]
🎧 Listen to this article Did you know the Bible gives examples of sexual fantasies within marriage? This book is often overlooked, but Song of Solomon vividly describes what romance and sexuality could look like in the context of marriage. It’s a book brimming with vivid imagery describing passion between a groom [...]
Our busy lifestyles coupled with the availability of processed foods create the perfect storm for health issues. It’s no surprise that heart disease, diabetes, and other weight-related ailments are continually on the rise. Still, many people are seeking ways to reclaim control over their health. 1. Think Small Portion control isn’t a myth. If [...]
