Articles on Counseling
Teaching Through Failure
Most real lasting lessons learned are not learned in safe vacuums void of pain and conflict. Deep teaching and learning frequently happens when difficulty and
Shrinking Under Pressure
“But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who believe and are saved”
Fairness
What is fairness and why do people seek it? Fairness in todays culture typically is used or discussed when people are “getting” or “not getting”
When we fall apart
People do not fail when life is too hard, they have already rotted away when things are easy. The difficulties of the world and the
Distraction
Life today is full of things to do. Life is full of things to believe in. Life is full of things that distract. Distractions are
Focal Point: What is yours?
Before digital cameras were created and cameras were installed in phones people had an understanding focal length. Photographers knew what focal length was and how
Searching for a Therapist – Opening Discussion
Finding a therapist can be difficult despite the growing number of individuals offering supportive services. The difficulty in finding a therapist can be effected by
How to get through conflict?
Conflict happens in every day life. During the educational and training process, most therapists will learn to help clients uncover, label, and work with “the
Match vs Lighter: What is Your Motivation Like?
Which one are you? How are you motivated? A person who is motivated like a match is the type of person who needs something external
Resources for ADHD
From professional experience it is very helpful to have resources. However not all resources or information can prove helpful since it can be biased in
What is Addiction?
Addiction is a serious issue in today’s culture. Defining addiction is the first step to understanding what it is and what it isn’t. Understanding the
Relax by Breathing
Breathing is one of the most essential parts of life. To breath is to live, and to control breathing is one way to help handle
Articles on Sports
Hostility and Faithfulness
How does one take religious persecution and continue to be faithful? How does one impact the culture they are living in without being infected by
People of the Towel
In a “me” centered society there is a necessity to model our lives after a truth & philosophy that transforms. John 13:1-17 repeats a theme
Shrinking Under Pressure
“But we are not of those who shrink back and are destroyed, but of those who believe and are saved”
Fairness
What is fairness and why do people seek it? Fairness in todays culture typically is used or discussed when people are “getting” or “not getting”
When Obedience is Costly
Humans are finite beings who can only handle a certain amount of pain, tensions, stress, and work load. Everything has a cost. These costs may
Pain Deepening Faith
The pain of the infliction can be more than it seems. Pain is a warning signal from the physical body to the conscious mind. Pain
Customer or Disciple?
There was a time when church would not be compared to a rock concert, a motivational speech, or a political gathering. As American culture has
Worship Matters
What is worship? Why do people worship? Who are people worshiping? In the Old Testament of the Bible the Hebrew word for worship is; Shakah-
Promises
What are promises and why do they matter? We have nothing to truly offer people if we do not offer promises and carry them out.
Life and the End
Fear of death is a common fear within humanity. There are some that don’t fear but they should & on the converse side some do
What Are The Costs?
No matter what an individual looks to do or achieve in life there are costs. There are sacrifices needed to be make to achieve what
Sickness Effecting Our Lives
What is a miracle? What are miraculous acts? True miracles are not the things that can be accomplished by human ability or human knowledge. A
Articles on Psychology
Teaching Through Failure
Most real lasting lessons learned are not learned in safe vacuums void of pain and conflict. Deep teaching and learning frequently happens when difficulty and
Fairness
What is fairness and why do people seek it? Fairness in todays culture typically is used or discussed when people are “getting” or “not getting”
When Obedience is Costly
Humans are finite beings who can only handle a certain amount of pain, tensions, stress, and work load. Everything has a cost. These costs may
Endurance
In order to endure there has to be something pulling and distracting from something. Deep endurance does not happen without the opposite of the goal
Distraction
Life today is full of things to do. Life is full of things to believe in. Life is full of things that distract. Distractions are
Focal Point: What is yours?
Before digital cameras were created and cameras were installed in phones people had an understanding focal length. Photographers knew what focal length was and how
The Lost Art: Sharpening.
When is the last time you cut something? Paper, grass, wood, rope, fabric, or food? How did you go about that? What tool did you
Truth: How It Grounds Us.
In a new year, goals, desires, and change is focused on by many. What individuals need most is not a change in behavior but a change in mindset and foundation of their belief system. What is the basis of change and sustainability is Truth.
Accuracy of understanding
Understanding is critical for functioning. In times of panic, stress, and difficulty solutions can be quickly developed. Quotes are usually looked to for answers. Quick,
Over-Thinking?
In the age of social media and online presence the trend of advice giving has seemingly increased or maybe more accurately, the ability for advice
Education
Being educated is priceless. Being educated is not just about getting grades in school, scores on exams, being able to memorize information, getting degrees, developing
Loud silence
Have you ever been outside, in nature, with no one around? For some this may be torture and for others this may sound like heaven.
References & Resources
Quiet: something we all need to be aware of.
In a world that is seemingly more and more connected the opportunity for silence is diminishing. Our world is also getting louder and louder, not always through voices but also
Forgiveness Resources: All Readers
Understanding and implementing forgiveness can be a scary & daunting process for people who are hurting and have been wronged. However, from clinical experience the outcomes and benefits can be