Blog Category: Mental Health
But This, But That – Excuses Get In The Way
Are you big on 'BUTS? Many of us are so busy looking for excuses not to do the things we ought to do, that we've become big on 'buts.'
10 Ways To Bounce Back From Bad Decisions
Discover the ten strategies successful people use to help them bounce back from the bad decisions they've made.
Looking After Men’s Physical & Mental Health
Men's mental health can improve with a good nutritious diet and regular exercise. But there are more things men can do for their longevity and wellbeing.
A Brief Look At Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism is a deep rooted neurodevelopmental condition that lasts a lifetime affecting social communication and patterns of behavior. We don’t yet know what causes it.
Honesty & Truthfulness For Authenticity
Studies have found that honesty is still the best policy and even a small white lie can be taxing on your mental health. Can being truthful prolong lives?
What To Expect From Children In Step Families
learn what to expect from children in step families who are adjusting to all the changes that moving into a step family brings.
What Do Kindness & Compassion Have To Do With Anxiety?
Practicing kindness and compassion towards others, and towards ourselves, has a positive effect on our well-being and can assist with managing anxiety.
5 Ways Shattered Trust Can Be Regained
Our natural instinct is to protect ourselves when we've been emotionally or pysically wounded. Learn these 5 ways shattered trust can be regained.
Gaining the Upper Hand On Eating Disorders
Eating disorders affect everyone; men, women and children. People of all cultures and religions. No one is immune. So what do we do about this?
How Shift Work Can Impact On Relationships
Do you ever wonder how shift workers and their families ever manage to get by without seeing each other as often as day time working families do?
5 Great Reasons To Get Out For A Walk Today
Walking – empower and energise your mind: 5 reasons why you will want to go outside.
What’s The Difference Between Hoarding and Collecting?
Hoarders collect things that end up obstructing their living space, and changes occur in the ordinary use of the home which becomes a storage facility.
Great Attitudes Found In Leadership Excellence
Excellence in leadership is an attitude and a way of life. Find out what it takes to be a quality leader who outshines the rest.
Replace New Year’s Resolutions With Smart Goals
Reach objectives intentionally in the New Year by creating Smart Goals.
Kick A Cigarette Smoking Habit For Health Reasons
Studies show evidence of the health risks involved in cigarette smoking as being too huge a risk to ignore. Here's why we need to kick a cigarette habit.
This Christmas – Share, Love & Add Value To Others
Sharing the gospel is easier when we add value to the lives of others.
Why Choose aifc For Christian Counselling Training?
Here are some great to choose aifc for equipping the church to go be 'The Church.'
The State Of National Mental Health In Australia
Statistics show that there's a growing need for mental health support in Australia.
13 Tips for Stress Free Christmas Giving
Those whose culture and tradition it is to give gifts can find relief with these practical tips to reduce stress.
Great Reasons Why Christians Get Counselling Training
Many of us have been wounded by well-meaning persons, leading to distrust. That’s where counselling training can help.
How Children Learn & Develop Through Play
Children learn & develop through their senses during play & while interacting with others.
Internet Addiction Gets In The Way of Productivity
When used wisely the internet is a purposeful tool that doesn’t get in the way of productive lives.
Disorder in The DSM-5 VS Disorder In The Bible
In the new DSM-5, the word “disorder” is used to describe now over 300 maladies identified with being human! This got me thinking, from a biblical theology and practical counselling perspective: the word “disorder” is in some ways actually an accurate word to describe the biblical story of what went wrong with the world and a…
Shame & Guilt VS Love, Acceptance & Grace
In Pastor Darryl Eyb’s ‘3 Freeing Words for the Shamed,’ he provides a clear explanation of guilt and shame and explains how can be set free. I woke up this morning with a familiar feeling. I want to close my eyes, roll over and go back to sleep, but I knew I couldn’t. It was…
