Blog Category: Mental Health
The Two Reasons we Hide from Love
For a variety of reasons, most of us live two lives: an external life and an internal life.
A Lament for Overthinkers Everywhere
Many of us struggle with habitual feelings of guilt and shame, worried that we are not doing, earning or being enough.
Reflections on Learning in Wartimes – Part 1
Friends, in 1939, during WWII, C.S. Lewis wrote Learning in Wartime. If you haven’t read it yet, I encourage you to do so. You can access it here. C.S. Lewis’ words are wise words indeed and have much to say to us here and now. And, whilst we are not in a war per se…
Reflections on Learning in Wartimes – Part 2
We look into the seven things you can put in place in your situation to optimise your learning and growth.
Siblings, Snacks and Social Media
Here are some helpful tips to help you deal with three of the most common issues reported by parents under pressure: sibling rivalry, food habits, and how to safely manage technology use.
Relationships Under Pressure
Whether you’re single, married, in a relationship, young, or not-so-young, chances are your relational world is under pressure as a result of the pandemic and the various levels of social distancing measures. So how do we navigate the next few months in ways that normalise the relationship struggles and equip us to redeem this time in the best way possible?
Reaching up, down, in and around
Franekel and Cho’s four-part framework can help couples and families cope in isolation and lockdown, and help mitigate the negative effects on our relationships.
Finances Under Pressure
Due to COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions, many of us may have experienced a reduction in our household income over the last 18 months. Like a lot of other parts of life, our finances are under pressure, with counsellors telling us they are fielding callers to financial support and related mental health services - many for the first time. The following tips can help us cope and provide important perspective.
Where Does my Treasure Lie?
There are many different opinions surrounding wealth. Through this lens of ultimate truth, we explore two key questions that if answered honesty and reflectively, can serve to ground us in uncertain times.
Faith Under Pressure: Where Are You Looking?
Where can we turn to? Where can we look during times when we are being bombarded relentlessly, it seems. I'd like to suggest three places to look, if you will, all drawn from God’s Word that will hopefully enable us to move forward even when our faith is under pressure.
The Story of Tim
These are stressful times, and different brains respond in different ways. What exactly is happening here when social anxiety kicks in?
5 tips to manage your Anxiety
Those of us who have a tendency to worry know what it’s like to feel constantly in fight or flight battle mode. It can leave us feeling exhausted. Here are 5 tips to help keep a check on your anxiety and manage it in ways that have been found to work.
The shortest Psalm and the greatest wisdom
Psalm 117 is the shortest chapter in the Bible: just two verses, approximately thirty words. The message is powerful, especially for those who struggle with worry and anxiety. Here’s four take-away points from it.
Here’s What it’s Like Being a Church Leader and Depressed
Blameless. A leader and lover in the home. Self-controlled. Disciplined. Honest. Hospitable. One who holds firmly to the truth. These are just some of the qualifications that the Bible holds out for leaders in the Church (Titus 2, 1 Timothy 3). As a church leader these qualifications can seem daunting. They set the bar…
Understanding the Times: Navigating the Challenges of Mental Health in Today’s World
Australia faces a mental health epidemic. Recent data reveals that 2 in 5 Australians have experienced or are currently experiencing mental health disorders, highlighting the urgent need for understanding and support. Young people, in particular, are disproportionately affected, with almost 1 in 5 experiencing a mental disorder within a 12-month period. Church leaders, who play…
How Community Can Impact Our Wellbeing
In recent years, society has made significant strides in understanding mental health. We’ve come to recognise that mental health issues are not isolated problems faced by individuals alone but are deeply rooted in our communities. Mental health is a community issue, and the impact of our communities on our wellbeing cannot be overstated. Communities can…
Nurturing Mental and Emotional Wellbeing
In the tapestry of life, mental health forms an integral thread, weaving through our thoughts, emotions, and actions. It’s a journey that many navigate, sometimes encountering rocky terrains and stormy weather. In these moments of struggle, the guidance of a compassionate professional Christian Counsellor can illuminate the path towards healing and emotional balance. This blog…
The Connection Between Mental Health and Sleep
Work, family, and other commitments make it tougher to get enough sleep every night. According to research, clinical insomnia, the most prevalent sleep disorder in adults, was made worse by the epidemic. Around 37% reported it, and 17% experienced severe sleeplessness symptoms. Chronic sleep deprivation can harm mental health – even if a few sleepless…
Mental Health in the Workplace: Strategies for Employers
Taking care of our mental health is essential, especially in today‘s hectic world of work. Employers are realising this and figuring out how to make their workplaces more inclusive. Work can be stressful, and when employers care about mental health, it benefits everyone. Happy workers tend to perform better. Some easy things employers can do…
Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Journey to Mental Health
Introduction In the realm of mental health, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) stands as a complex and challenging condition. It is an emotional battle that many individuals who have experienced trauma find themselves grappling with. In this article, we will explore the concept of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), its symptoms, its causes, and the significance…
Exploring the link between Diet and Mental Health
Maintaining a healthy diet is beneficial for both your body and mind. Stress and depression are often the first things that come to mind when we think about mental health, but diet also plays a role. For optimal function, our brain need the correct nutrition. These nutrients aid in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, which are…
How Christian Counselling Can Address Modern Mental Health Issues
In a world grappling with unprecedented mental health challenges, Christian counselling offers a faith-based approach that combines counselling principles with spiritual guidance to support individuals in their journey toward healing and wholeness, offering mental health solutions and Christian therapy techniques for holistic well-being. With rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions on the…
The Need For Holistic Christian Counselling – Now Is The Time
How we define our ‘self’ has vast implications on how we live our lives individually and together. In modern society, a new understanding of selfhood has emerged—one that places personal feelings, desires, and inner authenticity at the centre of human identity. The idea that our true self is something we construct from within rather than…
The Urgent Need for Christian Counsellors in Our Community
Our world is in crisis. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and loneliness are on the rise, and people everywhere are searching for hope, healing, and understanding. The need for Christian counsellors has never been greater. Counselling is not just about helping someone navigate their emotions but about creating a sacred space where healing begins. When pain feels…
