If you could meet a historical figure, who would it be and why? Some people say presidents, inventors, or famous leaders. Me? I’d pick Tupac Amaru Shakur—2Pac. Not because he was perfect. Not because I agree with every lyric, every decision, or every headline attached to his name. I’d pick 2Pac because he was honestContinue reading “If I Could Meet Anyone from History: Why I’d Choose 2Pac”
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Faith and Recovery – Why I Need Both
I used to think I had to pick one lane. Either I was going to be “the church guy” who just prayed harder…or “the recovery guy” who just went to meetings and did the steps. Now I know the truth:I need both.If I drop either one—my faith or my recovery—things start slipping fast. Church: RememberingContinue reading “Faith and Recovery – Why I Need Both”
Gratitude When Life Still Hurts
Holidays are funny.You see all the pictures online—matching pajamas, smiling kids, big family dinners—and it looks like everyone else is living inside a Christmas movie. Meanwhile, some of us are just trying to make it through the day without breaking down. If that’s you, I want you to know this: you’re not broken because gratitudeContinue reading “Gratitude When Life Still Hurts”
If I Perish, I Perish: How a Sunday Sermon Challenged My Faith and Recovery
Walking into church this morning, it felt like one of those Sundays where the air is already charged before the first song ends. Kids heading one way, ushers moving the other, people shuffling bulletins and coffee cups, “Amen” and “Hallelujah” bouncing around the room. Just a normal Sunday… until it isn’t. Today we walked throughContinue reading “If I Perish, I Perish: How a Sunday Sermon Challenged My Faith and Recovery”
Tip of the Week Series: Nurturing Mental Well-being – Finding Joy in Small Moments.
Welcome to the first edition of my Tip of the Week series! I’m Josh, and I’m excited to share a valuable insight that has been instrumental in my journey towards better mental health. Today, let’s explore the importance of finding joy in small moments and how it can significantly impact our overall well-being. Embracing theContinue reading “Tip of the Week Series: Nurturing Mental Well-being – Finding Joy in Small Moments.”
Empowering Change: Breaking the Cycle with Parenting Classes and Family Therapy
Destructive parenting, marked by harmful behaviors like abuse or neglect, can deeply impact a child’s well-being, influencing their self-esteem and ability to form healthy relationships. However, there’s hope and help available. Parenting classes are a beacon of positivity, equipping parents with valuable skills and insights. These classes promote effective communication, positive discipline, and nurturing environments,Continue reading “Empowering Change: Breaking the Cycle with Parenting Classes and Family Therapy”
Understanding Depression: Unraveling the Layers
Depression, a multifaceted mental health condition, requires a nuanced exploration of its clinical definition. Clinically, depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. Distinguishing between everyday sadness and clinical depression is crucial, as the latter involves pervasive and prolonged symptoms that significantly impact one’sContinue reading “Understanding Depression: Unraveling the Layers”
