When I think about being rooted in people, the first thing that comes to mind is how our love for God most tangibly shows up. Loving God means loving each other, and that means that my faith and who I am as a human being, a child of God, is rooted in people. Our …
Having purpose is one of the things that makes an uncertain life peaceful and consistent. It not only gets you up and out of bed, but it gives you the direction to go in. Knowing why you are alive and living naturally brings in light when it’s dark. Not having purpose can feel dark …
What are the 3 basic things that roots do in the life of a tree? Anchor us Nourish us Connect us to each other. Forests have a more complicated ecosystem than we realize Roots are the point of contact, almost a nervous system for a forest To grow and evolve, we need roots that …
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To start with where we are going – to the Cross where we are healed, forgiven, and reconciled to God and others. To heal what is broken, so that we are one as we journey to the Cross, which leads to the empty tomb. To look in the eyes of friends and strangers and be …
For most of my life I have been fascinated with language. In college I am currently an English Education major with a Writing minor. I’ve spent dedicated time studying linguistics and reading books about the role of language in different relationships, cultures, and contexts. Yet for years I have been unable to find words I …
Finding the Words: How naming personal strengths helps us grow into ourselves Read More »
Warning: If certain mental health topics like su!c!de, $elf-h@rm, or e@ting disorders trigger you, please be aware that this post mentions them. There is no pressure to read this, and your health and well-being come first. Please take care of yourself and your needs. These stories are all true, but I will use different …
The entire mental health community of professionals and advocates will say that the top priority when providing aid to someone in crisis is to reassure them and provide hope. No matter what type of professional assistance or service that they might need, the basis of this kind of service is always comforting, strengthening, and bearing …
Different Ways to Address Mental Health Challenges (as Non-professionals) Read More »
There are three major factors or influences attributed to causing or exacerbating mental illnesses that researchers have identified: psychological factors, social and environment factors, and biological factors. First, psychological factors typically encompass early adverse experiences. These include but are not limited to abuse, neglect, abandonment, early loss, assault, or any major trauma that is …
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Warning: If certain mental health topics like su!c!de, $elf-h@rm, or e@ting disorders trigger you, please be aware that this post mentions them. There is no pressure to read this, and your health and well-being come first. Please take care of yourself and your needs. One of the first things that professionals teach you …
In the world of mental health, one of the biggest problems is the feeling of isolation and loneliness. Many who are challenged with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, or some type of psychological disorder often believe that no one else is struggling or that they themselves cannot depend on anyone else. This cannot be farther …
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