In the NY Times article titled, There’s a Name for the Blah You’re Feeling: It’s Called Languishing, the author describes languishing as the dominant mood in 2021. Languishing is defined as a condition of one’s general mental health characterized by restlessness, apathy, boredom, or an…

Two of the psychological and spiritual crises brought to light by the 2020-2021 lockdowns is boredom and loneliness. Boredom can be defined as a weary restlessness connected with feelings of indifference and disinterest. The combo of boredom and loneliness become a deadly spiritual condition because…

“The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.”  Prov. 18:10 NLT If you were to rate yourself on a scale of 1-10 how anxious would you say you have been feeling in 2021? Many would say…

The Holidays are upon us!  For many this can be a time of joyful celebrations with family and friends but others are reminded of times that were more difficult as they navigate dysfunctional family situations. This year our normal traditions may be unexpectedly hijacked due…

Daily our world is moving at a frantic pace.  We are exposed to a deluge of distractions along with all of the world’s traumatic events! After watching the 2020 movie, The Social Dilemma, I realize I am not made to live at the speed of…

Nice people want to “stuff” their anger. But in today’s climate anger is bubbling over as more loss is experienced and fatigue sets in. Anger is a secondary emotion often masking feelings of fear, anxiety or shame. (See attached “Anger Iceberg” handout.) In the moment…