May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
In the light of Naomi Judd’s recent tragic suicide and struggle with debilitating depression for much of her life, I wanted to take a moment and reflect on this very serious issue. Many of you have read my book, Rainbow in the Night: A Journey of Redemption. I shared...
Grief and Loss
There are so many people who have lost a loved one recently. It’s important to remember when going through the grieving process that it is not necessarily linear. There are five stages according to the Kubler Ross theory: Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance....
Stress Management
Everyone has to cope with stress on a daily basis. But we can keep it in check so that it does not turn into “distress” by identifying why we are feeling stressed and then finding healthy ways to cope with it. Here are a few of Goldie’s “stress busters:” Stay...
Forgiveness
As we start the new year, it is very important we don’t carry any baggage from 2021 to 2022! It’s time to reset and have a fresh start. Is there someone in your life you haven’t been able to forgive? If so, now is the time to ask the Lord to show you how to truly let...
Good Questions
I know 2021 has been a difficult and sad year for many. There are so many unanswered questions and uncertainty about the future. But as we lean into the Lord as He lovingly guides us into 2022, perhaps we can reflect on a few heart-provoking questions. What am I the...
Tender Feelings
Are you personally suffering a recent pregnancy loss or know someone who has? During the holiday season the sadness can be overwhelming when it is supposed to be a joyous season. You may have had a recent miscarriage, perhaps you’re hurting after an abortion, or...
Bear One Another’s Burdens
Are you personally suffering a loss or know someone who has recently lost someone very dear? Holidays can be very sad and stressful when loved ones are no longer with us. As we navigate the holiday season we all need to be aware of those around us who are hurting....
If Only
Do you ever get stuck saying, “If only I had done...” or “If only I didn’t do...”? If we stay in the “if only” rut, we are living in the past. If we continue dwelling in the “if only” rut, we are prone to depression. Many of us live with regrets from the past we can...
What If
Do you ever worry about the future? We can get stuck in the “what if” syndrome: What if...happens? What if...doesn’t happen? We can not borrow from the future. If we stay stuck in the “what ifs,” it can lead to anxiety. No one but God knows how many tomorrows we will...
