Last year, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the National Eucharistic Congress as a representative for Ruah Woods, a Theology of the Body ministry that offers both […]
The Impact of Anxiety on Adolescent Development
Adolescence is a time when teens are supposed to be developing critical life skills, including self-identity, emotional regulation, and social competence. Anxiety can disrupt this process in several […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Embracing Your Worth in Christ
Imposter Syndrome is a term that resonates with many of us, whether we’re climbing the career ladder, starting a new project, or pursuing a dream. It’s that gnawing […]
Life-Giving Wounds and Their Book for Adult Children of Divorce
Divorce is a painful experience, and its effects can linger far beyond childhood. As adult children of divorced parents, many of us carry unaddressed wounds from our past […]
Tips on Managing Anger: Finding Peace in the Midst of Frustration
Anger is a powerful emotion. It can arise quickly and overwhelm us, making it difficult to think clearly or respond appropriately. Whether it’s triggered by stress, an injustice, […]
Empathy Bots & AI Therapy
In an age where conversations around mental health are flourishing and therapy is (rightfully) celebrated, it’s easy to reduce it to a formula: validation + empathy + insight […]
Surrender: This Lent I’m Giving up Anxiety and Trusting My Heavenly Father!
In today’s fast-paced world, anxiety and uncertainty seem to be constant companions and finding peace can often feel like an elusive goal. I, like many of you, have […]
5 Ways to Strive for Excellence in an Imperfect World
In a world that often champions the ideal, it’s easy to fall into the trap of perfectionism—the belief that only flawless outcomes are worthy of our time and […]
Too Much of a Good Thing: Bad Therapy and Toxic Empathy
I was just scrolling through social media clips yesterday and stumbled upon a video of Stella O’Malley (a therapist I admire) talking about toxic empathy and its impact […]
Understanding the Similarities Between Gender Dysphoria and Body Dysmorphia
Gender Dysphoria and Body Dysmorphia may seem like two distinct psychological conditions, but they share notable similarities in how they manifest and affect a person’s perception of their […]