Trauma
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ADHD: Understanding the Differences, Challenges, and Strengths Across a Lifetime ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is one of the most misunderstood conditions, often reduced to stereotypes like the hyperactive or disruptive little boy who can’t sit still or the troublemaker who struggles in school. Girls often appear defiant, dismissive, or as if they are giving an attitude.…
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Every February 14th, the world turns its focus toward love and friendship. Flowers, chocolates, and heartfelt gestures become the norm as people celebrate what is widely known as Valentine’s Day. But among Christians, this day often sparks a debate: Should Christians celebrate Valentine’s Day? Does God disapprove? Are we more righteous if we choose not…
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Narcissism and Avoidant Personality Disorder (AvPD) are both personality-related patterns, but they are fundamentally different in their core traits and how they affect relationships. The Key Difference Let’s read a little bit more about them. Narcissism (Narcissistic Personality Disorder – NPD) • Core Traits: Grandiosity, need for admiration, lack of empathy. • Self-Perception: Feels superior…
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The Gospel in Action Life is busy. We have families to care for, careers to build, jobs to do, business to manage, ministries to lead, and homes to sustain as a clean and safe space. Some of us have bigger families than others, and the demands placed upon us feel endless. But in the midst…
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This is especially common when the victim has not had the chance to heal properly. They may lash out, develop trust issues, or use manipulation to navigate relationships. However, the difference between a person who has been traumatized and a true narcissist lies in self-awareness and intent. A person with narcissistic behavior may not be…
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“Growth is Happening Beneath the Surface” You’re Growing Last May I was able to deliver a message to my congregation titled “April Showers Bring May Flowers: Bloom.” But the message went beyond spring, as I was lead to speak of the process and strength of the roots of a flower before it blooms and what…
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A Holistic Perspective Trauma is a profound emotional response to distressing or life-altering events. It can manifest in various forms and profoundly influence an individual’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. By understanding the types of trauma and their effects on different levels, we can better support individuals in their healing journey. This blog explores trauma…
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Have you ever felt a wave of discomfort wash over you when you hear a certain name? Or perhaps a city you once visited now feels like a place you’d rather avoid? Or even more, a place you’ve never been to carries an emotional weight that causes pain? This reaction, although unsettling, is often a…
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Is this comfort, familiarity, the subconscious, low self-esteem, a psychological issue, a generational curse, or a spiritual influence attracting the same type of people to your life? It is possible for a people to consistently attract partners with addictive tendencies or the same tendencies over and over again? It’s crucial to understand the underlying factors…
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Reflecting on my journey, I’ve come to recognize the role my own codependent tendencies played in forging what I once believed to be an ideal relationship. This match, which I was certain was destined for greatness, given our different backgrounds and upbringing instead became a source of profound turmoil during my years of marriage and…
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