There are voices in my head. No, I’m not a crazy person. These voices are usually faint whispers that taunt me, telling me “You aren’t good enough. You’ll never be good enough.” As these words echo through my mind, hope slips like sand through my hands. The power I possess vanishes. Why bother? I’ll never be able […]
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Finding Purpose In Your Life
Many of us want our lives to have meaning and purpose. By “purpose,” I simply mean knowing the whys of our actions and pursuits. According to a Deloitte Millennial Survey, 6 in 10 respondents said “sense of purpose” is part of the reason they chose their current employer. This sounds very philosophical and worthwhile. But […]
Beating the Sunday Scaries
Anxiety describes a group of disorders that cause worry, nervousness, and fear. The feelings associated with anxiety interfere with everyday life by causing physical changes in the body, irrational thinking, and decreased motivation. Most individuals will struggle with anxiety at some point in their life. Personally, I’ve struggled with anxiety since I was a child; […]
Dear Wife by Amanda Davison
Guest posts offer a fresh perspective and new resources. Personally, this post is a special treat because Amanda is one of my favorite people. I met Amanda about 5 years ago at a conference. Her enthusiasm is contagious. Her message is genuine because she’s lived it. Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with […]
Children and Mental Illness: What You Need to Know
May is Mental Health Awareness month. Mental health continues to be a taboo subject for many. Because of shame and the stigma of mental illness, too many individuals do to not seek out the help they need. Many parents do not seek treatment for their children because of misconceptions and misunderstandings. For example, the […]