When Neglect Shapes Adulthood: Anxiety, Anger, and Intensity Through a Christian Lens
Introduction Childhood neglect doesn’t always leave obvious scars. Unlike physical abuse, neglect can be quiet—no shouting, no bruises,...
Understanding and Managing Anger
Anger is a powerful emotion that can show up quickly and intensely. At its core, anger signals that something feels wrong: a boundary may...
Setting Boundaries with Sad Thoughts from the Past
Memories are powerful. They can comfort, inspire, and remind us of God’s faithfulness. But memories can also wound. Sad thoughts from the...
Should You Be Friends With Your Kids? A Faith-Based Perspective
The saying “you are not supposed to be friends with your kids” has circulated in parenting circles for decades. At its core, it tries to...
Loving a controlling mother who fears abandonment — a Christian counseling guide
Loving someone who hurt you and also hurts others is one of the hardest places to stand. When that person is your mother — the person...
When You Feel Apathetic About Your Relationship: A Deeper Look
Apathy in relationships rarely arrives overnight. It builds slowly, like dust settling on furniture—barely noticeable until one day you...
Trusting God to Keep You Safe Emotionally
Life has a way of touching our deepest places. Disappointments, betrayals, misunderstandings, and losses all stir up emotions that can...
Parenting When You Don’t Have It All Figured Out
Parenting is one of the most rewarding and humbling roles God entrusts to us. Yet many parents carry an unspoken pressure: the belief...
When Others Don’t Understand: Working Through Disappointment
Disappointment in people often comes when we expect to be understood and instead encounter silence, misunderstanding, or dismissal. It...
When Anxiety About Disappointing a Friend Takes Over
Friendship is meant to be a place of safety, but when you carry anxiety about disappointing someone—especially a friend who struggles...
