Sometimes we find ourselves ‘in the doldrums’, spiritually it’s a place that’s feels flat, calm, a bit empty and quiet. We can find ourselves missing previous times of spiritual excitement, passion and adventure, it’s a hard place to navigate. What can we do to help ourselves whilst we wait for the wind to pick up again, how do we keep our strength up so we are ready to move forwards again when the time is right?
Read MoreMaybe you are well acquainted with the feeling; perhaps panic attacks have somehow, somewhere become a regular part of your life. It may be that you have spent a late night or two googling “what does the bible say about panic attacks?” or “bible verses about panic attacks” in a bid to reconcile your very real faith and your very real experience of anxiety.
Read MoreThe intersection of theology and therapy has a lot to say about hope and the act of hoping. Science is forever catching up with scripture, and it turns out that hope and hoping does exactly what we read in Hebrews 6:19. It anchors our souls - our mind, our will and our emotions
Read MoreThis is a book recommendation. During the 2021 Christmas period I read John Mark Comer’s Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. I recommend reading and reflecting on its wisdom!
Read MoreRecently, I arranged to meet with Hazel, the leader of the New ID Course. I wanted to explore with her what families can do at home to help a child suffering from disordered eating.
Read MoreIn my work as a trauma therapist I have seen people’s lives being transformed from the impact of trauma causing pain and turmoil, to a sense of recovery. I believe recovery from trauma is possible.
Read MoreDO YOU FIT IN? What are the most powerful influences on how you feel about yourself, your life, your ‘fit’ in the world? What is your identity?
Read MoreYou may be aware that the rates of mental disorders among teens are growing. As we emerge from the last 18 months it has been reported that more teens are now struggling with anxiety and low mood. Unfortunately, this is something I have seen first hand in my role as a Youth Pastor
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