The brain is like a superpower we all have, and it’s one of those things that never fails to amaze me. It’s split into two parts: the left side and the right side. Each of these parts has its own job. The left side is all about logic, thinking, and communication. It’s where our knowledge […]
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You know that feeling when you’re stuck in a rut, doing the same old thing that you know is bad for you? Let me tell you, you’re not alone. Even the apostle Paul talked about this struggle. It’s like our brains are wired to chase after that little rush of joy, thanks to dopamine. It’s
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“For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.” – Proverbs 15:15 NLT Despondency, a state of low spirits from lost hope or courage, captures the essence of depression, where life is seen through a dark lens, and everything appears threatening. In contrast, Solomon describes a happy heart
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Thirty-three years ago, R.E.M. sang “Everybody Hurts.” Three thousand three hundred years ago, King Solomon lamented, “Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can fully share its joy.” Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains (Proverbs 14:10). We all carry pain—regret, fear, loneliness, disappointment, grief,
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Drawing from the science and Biblical wisdom to find healing from Trauma. Growing up without unconditional love put me at a disadvantage for over 30 years. Social scientists call this poor attachment. The majority of people in our world experience the same neglect, rejection, or even abuse. This impacts your ability to trust others and
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