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Understanding and Responding to Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) – Owen Robinson
Join Owen Robinson for an aifc Short Course on 'Abuse' to learn about domestic violence and other forms of abuse. For a limited time only.
Weekly Devotional with Susan Daniel
Staff members are blessed to receive a weekly Devotional message from Regional Director Susan Daniel. Staff members received this one on 26 August 2019.
20 Date Ideas For Cultivating Closeness & Connection
These 20 date ideas can help cultivate closeness and a bond between you and your spouse. Learn why we need to take the time to invest in our relationships.
The Family, A Man’s Greatest Battle Cry
The family is man's greatest battle cry. Learn how a relationship with Christ equips men to stand victoriously in a raging spiritual battle.
Men’s Anger Management Explained
Understanding the emotions behind the anger, the shame, the purpose of anger, what anger management is and how it works can help with men's anger management.
Tell me, RUOK? Are you really Okay?
When people ask us if we are okay our usual response is to tell a white lie. However, sometimes we really need to reach out for help.
Depression Or A Simple Case Of The Blues?
From time to time we can become sad. However, depression is more than sadness or a case of the blues. Dr Henry Cloud explains the difference and what we can do to beat depression.
What Is Christian Counselling & How Does Psychology Fit In?
Christian counselling that aligns itself with God's word is done correctly when it doesn't hinder the work of the Holy Spirit.
7 Simple Ways To Love & Add Value to Others
The smallest acts of kindness towards others can change someone’s day. Here are seven simple ways we can add value to others.
Presenting Issues at Private Practice Counselling & Family Therapy
Private practice counselling - In today’s world, there is a myriad of presenting issues that clients bring into the clinical practice.
Drawing Strength and Courage for Conquering Fear Through Faith
The story of David and Goliath is a classic example of how the combination of courage and faith allowed a young boy to take down a 9 foot giant of a man.
8 Tips To Get You Back Into A Work Routine
Taking leave from our usual job roles can easily have us falling out of our usual work routines. These 8 tips can help us get back into those work routines.
Tips For Balancing Work, Children and Housework
Shauna Gallagher gives some great tips for keeping a balance between our jobs, busy lives, our children and household chores.
Born With Purpose and An Identity
Finding purpose in everyday life can be challenging and rewarding. Knowing who we are in Christ gives us an identity, purpose and a destiny.
How Important Is Water & Hydration To Mental Health?
Melinda Vanry, from Fruit Of Brokenness, shares about the importance of staying hydrated to help our own mental health.
Self-Care Adds To Our Joy & Quality Of Life
Self-care adds to our joy and quality of life. Without self-care, our mental health and physiological health begins to deteriorate.
Asking For Help Is A Positive Step Towards Self-Care
Shauna Gallagher, mental health nurse, explains some of the reasons why we might shy away from asking for the help of others in the post below, originally titled, ‘Asking For Help’.
Jesus & His Family Were Refugees
Mary and Joseph fled their home town to save Jesus and escape Herod and his men who wanted Jesus dead.
Toxic Controlling Relationships Aren’t Loving
A healthy relationship with another person doesn't involve smothering them or controlling them. Steer Clear of toxic controlling relationships.
PMDD – Not Your Average Monthly Symptoms
PMDD is a hormonal mood disorder characterised by severe unpleasant psychological and physical symptoms occurring during the luteal phase of menses.
Depression In Leadership Is Not Uncommon
Depression in leadership is not uncommon. Depression is an emotionally dark and gloomy place to be and can affect anyone. Even those in leadership roles.
10 Steps That Helped Me Defeat The Fear Of Flying
In these the ten steps that helped me overcome the fear of flying I learned to trust God with my life.
Surveys Reveal Australians Need Mental Health Support
Survey statistics reveal a growing need for churches to be equipped with skills enabling them to listen, help & support others.
The Basic Characteristics Of Binge Eating Disorder
The Basic Characteristics Of Binge Eating Disorder Binge Eating disorder is characterised by eating large amounts of foods in short period of time often when the person isn’t hungry. People with the disorder usually feel out of control when eating not being able to stop when they want to. Binge eating as a way of…
