We’ve all had times when we tried to “turn over a new leaf”—to read Scripture every morning, start working out, break a bad habit, or pray more. Sometimes it even works…for a little while. But real, lasting transformation isn’t just about grit or willpower. As every believer discovers, genuine change is a dance between a [...]
It’s easy to think that fixing problems means simply changing what people do. In Christian circles, sometimes counseling is all about solutions—what verses to memorize, prayers to recite, or tempting situations to avoid. But if the underlying heart issues aren’t changed, whatever improvement you see won’t last. Like painting over rust, surface solutions might look [...]
How many times has someone asked, “Are you okay?” and you’ve replied, “I’m fine,” even when it was far from true? Most of us know that moment—the tiny pause inside where honesty would take courage, and habit or fear wins out. The truth is, it’s really hard for a lot of people to say, “I’m [...]
Have you ever found yourself laughing at a joke with friends, sharing a bright smile in a crowded room, or listing the good things in your life while feeling something completely different inside? If you have, you’re far from alone. So many of us walk through our days wearing what’s called the “Mask of Happiness”—putting [...]
What if missing out wasn’t something to fear, but something to enjoy? That’s the heart of JOMO, or the “joy of missing out.” While our world is tuned to celebrate busyness and constant connection, JOMO is about stepping back, catching your breath, and finding real contentment in the life God has given right here and [...]
“Don’t waste your life.” There’s a reason this phrase lingers in sermons, books, and hearts—it’s a wake-up call echoing eternity. Too often, we settle for comfort, distraction, or short-lived pursuits. But from a Christian perspective, every moment is a sacred gift, brimming with meaning and purpose rooted in God’s design. To waste a life isn’t [...]
Feeling “not good enough” isn’t just a passing thought—it's a heavy burden that follows people from childhood through every stage of life. Kids as young as three can absorb these beliefs, and adults just as easily stumble under their weight. It's something society doesn’t talk about enough even though nearly everyone, at some point, wrestles [...]
Breakups hurt. Sometimes it feels like your world has been turned upside down, and that ache in your chest seems to never leave. For Christians, heartbreak can be especially confusing, bringing questions about God’s plan, concern about relationships, and even doubts about self-worth. The good news? Faith offers real comfort and hope, even in the [...]
The Weight of Unwantedness Some of the deepest heartaches known to humanity aren’t caused by physical loss or disappointment, but by the gnawing ache of feeling unwanted. When people say the worst feeling is feeling unwanted, they’re expressing the soul-crushing pain of being rejected or excluded, especially by those whose opinion and affection matter most. [...]
If there’s one theme that comes up again and again in counseling offices, over coffee with friends, and even in prayer journals, it’s women’s deep and often unspoken frustration with men. This isn’t about bashing men or ignoring the struggles they face. Instead, it’s about acknowledging that countless women, across cultures and Christian traditions, name [...]
