If someone had told me that one of the hardest parts of healing would be praying for people who hurt me, I probably wouldn't have believed them. I wanted justice. I wanted answers. I wanted apologies that never came and probably never will. The last thing I wanted to do was ask God to bless… Continue reading Praying for Someone Who Hurt You: Choosing Peace When It Feels Impossible
Tag: mental health
Why Does God Allow Suffering?
If I am being honest, one of the hardest questions I have struggled with is this: Why does God allow suffering? It is a question that has crossed my mind during seasons of anxiety, depression, heartbreak, and uncertainty. When life hurts, it is natural to wonder where God is and why He does not simply… Continue reading Why Does God Allow Suffering?
Faith and Therapy: Why Both Can Work Together
For many Christians, such as myself, the idea of going to therapy may bring up mixed emotions. I have worried that seeking professional help means I am not trusting God “enough”. I have heard messages suggesting that prayer alone should be enough to overcome anxiety, depression, trauma, or emotional struggles. As a result, many of… Continue reading Faith and Therapy: Why Both Can Work Together
Not Your Average Cocktail
As a teenager, I began going to therapy. Along with therapy came the psychiatrist appointments, evaluations, and medications. I started taking medication, mostly for depression at the time. Over time I was given medications for various things such as anxiety, mood stabilization, and sleep. I have been on more medications than I could count. I… Continue reading Not Your Average Cocktail
Roller Coaster Ride
Ever been on a roller coaster that had lots of twists and turns? Lots of ups and downs? That's what it is like living with a Bipolar Disorder. For a long time I was diagnosed as having Major Depressive Disorder, so yeah, in other words, I was just depressed a lot. I was also diagnosed… Continue reading Roller Coaster Ride