How striking to learn that nearly 80% of people with depression do not get treated! According to the Center for Disease Control and prevention, (www.cdc.gov/) about 9% of the population may be experiencing depression. The National Institute for Mental Health (www.nimh.nih.gov/), reports, further, that women are 70% likely to experience depression. These are eye-popping stats,…
A couple of Christmases ago, I experienced unexpected emotions related to grief. I was not aware of the load of tears I was carrying until I went to visit my precious grand-niece, who is my sister’s name sake. My sister had passed away in April of 2009, after a swift tumultuous bout with ovarian cancer. …
Hello Friends, I wanted to share my heart and passion for those who have experienced miscarriage loss or are experiencing post-abortion grief. While different issues, it is common in these situations to feel many conflicting and confusing emotions such as fear, shame, regret, sadness, anxiety, or shock. Frequently it is a topic that is difficult…
Grieving Past Seasons of Your Life Nature is a wonderful teacher if we will take the time to watch and learn. It is God’s way of showing us how life has similarities in all living beings. If you ever have had the sheer pleasure of watching brilliant bluebirds in your backyard, you have probably noticed…
Recently I experienced an emotional overload that came upon me unexpectedly! I actually was not aware that I was carrying around such a load of tears until I went to visit my precious grand-niece, who is my sister’s name sake. My sister had passed away in April of 2009, after a swift tumultuous bout with…