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  I was standing in line at a chain restaurant when a group of college cheerleaders walked in ahead of me. As we chatted, my college team was mentioned. When they realized my team was one of their rivals, the conversation abruptly ended. Apparently, they didn’t want to talk to the competition. Honestly, I loved…

It’s a frustration many married couples experience -how to deal with the complicated issues that arise with extended family. Yet when we marry, we inevitably inherit part of our partner’s family system. Pretending otherwise is not a strategy. Whether we acknowledge it or not, our families shape who we are. Parts of that family live…

I am in one of the periods of my life when I am waiting for something to happen. This isn’t my first go around with what appear to be a delay, but I know God is sovereign and works for my good. His timing is always the best. In the meantime, I wait. Patience doesn’t…

Every relationship, whether marriage, friendship, or family, hits rough patches. The difference between couples who grow stronger and those who drift apart often comes down to one thing: whether they address problems directly or avoid them. In clinical practice and decades of relationship research, certain themes appear repeatedly. The good news? We also have strong…

Anxiety is everywhere. Global surveys estimate that anxiety disorders affect more than 300 million people worldwide, making them the most common class of mental health conditions. In the United States alone, nearly one in five adults experiences an anxiety disorder each year. Add to that everyday stress, uncertainty, and cultural upheaval, and it’s no wonder…

We’re constantly flooded with headlines promising the “secret” to a longer life. Most of us would love not just more years, but better years, to be active, alert, and purposeful. While no one can guarantee longevity (Psalm 39:4 reminds us that God knows the number of our days), researchers have identified patterns among populations who…

Do you have a belief that is deeply held? If so, this is called a conviction. Convictions shape how we live, how we vote, how we raise our children, and how we understand right and wrong. Yet in today’s climate, expressing firm convictions often comes with a cost, especially when that conviction is rooted in…

Who likes to be seen as incompetent? I don’t see many hands raised. Yet in meetings, problem-solving sessions, and leadership conversations, the words we use can unintentionally signal doubt, avoidance, or lack of ownership.Research in organizational psychology consistently shows that language shapes perception. Studies on leadership communication demonstrate that competence, confidence, and credibility are strongly influenced…

Are you getting enough sleep?Many of us would answer no. And if you or your child has ADHD, that question becomes especially important. Sleep deprivation reliably worsens inattention, cognitive functioning, and emotional regulation. At the same time, many children and adults with ADHD struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or achieve restorative sleep. The result is…

Nicole is a 35-year-old woman whose anxiety is quietly fueled by a few everyday habits. While she doesn’t cause her anxiety on purpose, the way she thinks and behaves unintentionally keeps it alive. Like many people, her coping strategies actually increase stress instead of reducing it. Here are three common self-habits that can fuel anxiety…
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