
Receiving Grace for Growth After Seasons of Stress and Trauma
After you've endured a season of challenges in your relationships or circumstances, it's common to feel weighed down, emptied out, or frazzled without the ability to think straight anymore. For some of us, these seasons seem to stack up relentlessly. You may wonder,...

5 Ways I Use Unleash: Heart & Soul Care Sheets to Grow With God
Since the initial creation of Unleash: Heart and Soul Care Sheets, God has shown numerous ways this tool can be beneficial in a Christian's life. I've used it to deal with confusing situations, challenging emotions and thoughts, and to intentionally check in with God...

Scripture Talks About Unity in the Body of Christ
In a divisive world, it's important to remember that division is the enemy's plan, not God's. It's an attitude of heart and mind poised against Christ. [socialpug_tweet tweet="Divisiveness is not the same thing as having a different opinion, it's when your opinion...

What Can You Do if You or a Loved One Wants to Die?
A lot of us are feeling sluggish, or struggling to feel motivated. For some, the impact of isolation hits harder than ever. Gaps in relational connection become more evident. Staying connected with those we have relationship with outside our homes takes a lot of...

4 Ways to Cultivate Empathic Connection in Relationships
Ever find yourself struggling to know what to do or say when someone you know is struggling? When their crying, or upset, or unusually quiet? Have you ever felt dismissed or unheard in conversations with others? Perhaps you've done the same to someone else? I've...

What Does a Life Coach Do?
A life coach is someone who helps you move forward in life. This can be done in person, online, or on the phone. Life coaches usually focus on helping you grow and improve in one area of life. Some coaches focus on physical health, financial wellness, career pursuits,...

Cultivate Remembrance When It’s Hard to Be Thankful
November brings awareness to thankfulness more than any other time of year, at least for Americans. (Except maybe Christmas depending on how we position the holiday in our hearts.) I see thankfulness in meme's, in blog content, in online spaces, and community...

What Christians Need to Know to Find a Good Counselor
This post is part of a series focused on helping Christians find, navigate, and consider healing options through counseling. There are many options and opportunities so you can find a good counselor for you. Other articles include: What Type of Counseling is...

Christian Therapist Tips on How to Find the Best Counselor for You
There's a lot of conflicting and confusing information out there about counseling and psychology options. Especially when it comes to Christians in need of support and healing. How can you wade through the options and find the best counselor for you? In this...

What Kind of Counseling is Available for Christians?
"I'm thinking about counseling, but I don't know where to start. What kind of Christian counseling help is available? Who'll provide what I need?" When I started my healing journey, seeking a new way to live, I hesitated going to counseling even though I saw it as a...