It’s odd that we so often need to hear permission for what we so desperately need. Rest is one such hellish need. Sometimes rest seems far too… Read more “Permission for Holy Rest”
Category: anxiety
Fear of Success
We learn through failure. I know this already and have most certainly experienced it repeatedly. It’s an ugly truth to face but, like most ugly truths, it… Read more “Fear of Success”
“Do Not Worry” — Sparse Counsel for A Life Deeply Lived
Matthew 6:25-34 (The Cotton Patch Gospel): 25. “Therefore, let me tell you all something: Don’t worry about making a living—what you’ll eat, what you’ll drink, what you’ll… Read more ““Do Not Worry” — Sparse Counsel for A Life Deeply Lived”
What Mental Illness Looks Like to Me: One of These Things…
You know the little Sesame Street diddy: “One of these things is not like the other One of these things just doesn’t belong Can you tell me… Read more “What Mental Illness Looks Like to Me: One of These Things…”
What Mental Illness Looks Like to Me: Drained of Colour
A few weeks ago I was challenged to engage in a photography project: “What does mental illness look like to you?” Intrigued, I puttered around for a… Read more “What Mental Illness Looks Like to Me: Drained of Colour”
Confession
Finally. I’m on my last day of medical leave. After this weekend I’ll back at work, slowly re-establishing a routine, and continuing whatever healing process God seems to… Read more “Confession”
You’re Beautiful… and Terrifying
We’ve all had our “AHA!” moments when we read about the experiences of other people that so closely mirror our own. And when we’ve been feeling locked… Read more “You’re Beautiful… and Terrifying”
Unraveling
I’ve taken almost a month off from writing blog posts. To be honest, I’m not sure I’m ready to be back in the game. But I have… Read more “Unraveling”
Reluctant Mysticism 