You’re going to get angry. If you have a pulse, red blood pumping through your veins, and air in your lungs, then as surely as the sun rises in the east and sets in the west, you’re going to get angry. You’re human. And anger is one of the eight or so emotions God [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Do you have anger management problems? Are they negatively affecting or even destroying your life? Have you lost respect from others and yourself? Do you feel guilty, ashamed, or on edge much of the time? Anger is a powerful and destructive force, but it doesn’t have to be a life sentence. While dealing with [...]
Anxiety is not a respecter of persons. It affects both women and men, adults and children, but it tends to have different faces according to the ages and genders of the individuals it afflicts. Research reveals that young adolescents and children typically experience anxiety symptoms like excessive worrying and phobias, while PTSD generally peaks [...]
