Stress affects people differently. Some people carry stress in their physical bodies. Others are more stressed because of their thoughts. They worry and become anxious. When stress originates from your thoughts, you need cognitive strategies to help you relax. The Bible even directs us to do so, “… whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever…

Often, I get asked if taking an antidepressant for depression is wrong for a person of faith. We need to be careful to judge people as to why they take medication. Depression can be a secondary effect of a disease like cancer, heart disease and other syndromes and disorders. When depression is medically induced, it…

How do you create a life worth living? Taking care of your body is a first step, but what about mind, soul and spirit care? Our Minds: Renew them daily and stay positive. Scripture has much to say about how we think. We are told to daily renew our minds because it is easy for…

Sometimes when I turn on the news, I feel a bit defeated. It seems our culture is taking so many wrong turns in terms of values and civility. Add to this the personal issues that creep into our lives when people attack us, challenge our views or treat us in unfair ways. The result can be discouragement.…

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