A new year has a way of stirring hope—and honesty. Many of us step into January quietly, hoping we don’t repeat the same struggles from last year. We want progress. Consistency. A sense that we’re moving forward, not just restarting the same cycle with a new calendar.
From a therapeutic perspective, reflection is often far healthier and more effective than jumping straight into resolutions. Reflection allows space to acknowledge what has happened, how it has impacted us, and what we truly need moving forward. Before deciding where you want to go, it’s important to understand where you’ve been.
Inspired by This Year for Christmas by Phil Wickham As you get together with your family this year, it’s important to focus on what matters most! Over the past few years, our family has not been able to follow the traditions we have had because of illness, loss, and other factors. It seems like every … Read more
For many people, the holidays are portrayed as a season of joy, connection, and celebration. In reality, they can also be one of the most emotionally taxing times of the year, especially when your calendar is filled with back-to-back family gatherings, social obligations, and expectations. While spending time with loved ones can be meaningful, too much togetherness, too little rest, and unresolved family dynamics can quickly take a toll on your mental health.
(If you find yourself reading this after Thanksgiving, don’t fret, it can still apply to you! Read on!) I’ve been thinking a lot about families lately, maybe because the holidays tend to bring out both the best and the hardest parts of who we are. Over the past few weeks, several people have sat across … Read more
Goal: Normalize the discomfort couples feel when trying to pray together and identify practical ways to move past it. Introduction Prayer is an important action for those of us who believe in God. For centuries, people have relied on prayer. It’s how we cry out for help when we don’t know what to do or … Read more
When someone you love decides to start therapy, it can be both encouraging and intimidating. You care about this person, so you are probably proud of them for taking this huge step and happy to see them prioritizing healing and growth. You may also feel intimidated or uncertain about how to best support your friend … Read more
Have you ever thought something about someone that made you not want to be around them or feel hurt by them? I think we all have. However, I’m not sure we all recognize that our thoughts may not be accurate or based in truth. We recognize that what they said or did does not make … Read more
Praying together may be something you’ve thought about, or maybe you’ve never considered it before. Perhaps you don’t like praying out loud and feel embarrassed, or you feel strongly that prayer is a private matter. At the same time, you may want to pray together—or your spouse may have asked you to. What do you … Read more
Starting therapy is a huge step, and oftentimes, a scary one. When starting therapy, you may worry if your therapist will understand you, respect your values, or be a safe person who won’t judge you for your struggles. A good therapist will do all of these things for you. Yet, it can be difficult to … Read more
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