An act of unfaithfulness by a spouse brings devastation to a marriage. Surviving infidelity is often not possible, due to the breach of core trust and the pain that it brings. This is likely the reason why it is given as the only biblical grounds for divorce, as the searing hurt rips apart the [...]
“He needs a father figure.” This may be the most dreaded comment a single mother can hear. Whether you’re a single mom or not, you may have heard something similar. Society portrays single mothers as weak and deserving of pity. This perception leads people to offer their unsolicited opinions and comments to single mothers. [...]
Overcoming social anxiety through group counseling activities is effective. Social anxiety exists when a person exhibits fear related to social gatherings, such as fear of being judged, excessive worry about one’s appearance, or persistent distress that makes everyday social activities difficult. If you’ve been diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, you may struggle with fear [...]
The rate of change is accelerating, so how do we learn to work quicker while also improving the quality of our output? There is no doubt that complex skills are needed for the challenges of our modern workplaces. But is professional coaching the best way to acquire these skills? This is what this article [...]
We all experience some anxiety symptoms now and then. The source of that anxiety may vary because what triggers each person’s anxiety doesn’t always look the same. Though anxiety is a common human experience, it can begin undermining your well-being as well as derailing your daily functioning. When that happens, it’s important to get [...]
All of us encounter situations that are less than ideal. It could be at work, at home, or the grocery store. Someone steps on your toes at the checkout line. A colleague takes sole credit for a collaborative effort that yielded success. A friend betrays a trust. When these things happen, one of the [...]
Many vices afflict the human soul, and it’s no surprise that the adversary uses them to set us in conflict with our eternal purpose. The power of addiction and the practice of substance abuse are not exempt from this, as they afflict many of us who have placed faith in Christ, but still wrestle [...]
How we wake up is essential to how the rest of the day will pan out. This is why a lot of people work hard to start and maintain good morning habits. This is sometimes used to guard against morning anxiety. Morning anxiety is not medically diagnosed but can be severe enough that it [...]
Codependency is a complex topic involving many feelings and behaviors. You can, however, learn to overcome codependency. Doing so brings about a great deal of freedom in your relationships and your life. 14 Tips for Overcoming Codependency The best way to begin is with professional help, such as therapy or counseling. A trained professional [...]
When we experience trauma, or even a turning point in our life, time and circumstance intersect, allowing the pace of our thoughts to slow and bring to the surface some of what the Father has planted in our hearts. We ponder purpose and destiny in the grand landscape of a universe that’s ever-expanding and [...]
