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Welcome to the Mindful Faith Ministries blog, where faith meets mental wellness. Explore articles that break the stigma around mental health in Christian communities and provide practical, faith-based insights for healing and growth.
Why Can't I Motivate Myself To Do Anything?!?!
“I don’t feel like doing anything. Not even the things I usually enjoy. I can’t even take small steps. I feel like I’m wasting away....
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jul 215 min read
Running Won’t Save You: What Happens When We Stop Avoiding the Pain
Disclaimer: This post isn’t about shaming you for coping the best way you know how. It’s about gently inviting you to pause, breathe,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jul 103 min read
When You’re Wrestling with “Good Enough” — and Feeling Like a Loser
❗ Disclaimer: The song “Good Enough” by Lø Spirit includes some explicit language and heavy emotional themes. It’s raw. It’s messy. It’s...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jul 95 min read
From “Future Jason’s Problem” to “Future Jason’s Benefit”
How Reframing My Inner Dialogue Changed My Life—and Can Change Yours Too There was a time in my life when I would brush things off with a...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jun 163 min read
When Dreams Stir Up Emotions: What Your Subconscious Might Be Telling Your Soul
A Faith-Based Reflection on Anger, Fear, and Projection in Our Dreams This morning, I woke up angry. Not because something happened. Not...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jun 164 min read
How to Actually Find Rest and Peace in God
Why It’s More Than Just a Bible Verse or Sunday Morning Vibe We hear it all the time in church settings: “Just rest in the Lord.” “God’s...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jun 25 min read
How I Use AI to Navigate Mental Health Between Therapy Sessions
We live in a world where we’re constantly encouraged to “just pray about it,” “cast your cares on Jesus,” or “be anxious for nothing.”...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 305 min read
Finding God on the Wall: How Climbing Helped Me Heal
I didn’t start climbing for the thrill or the views. I started because I was stuck. Life had collapsed in on itself. I was going to...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 283 min read
When Worry Takes Over: A Simple, Biblical Way to Sort Through the Chaos
It usually starts small. One decision. One conversation coming up. One unresolved situation. But somehow, your mind turns that one thing...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 233 min read
Stuffing vs. Letting Go: The Hidden Cost of Suppressed Emotions
Why Letting Go Doesn’t Mean Pretending It Didn’t Hurt Have you ever been told to “just let it go”? Maybe someone said it in passing,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 224 min read
Freedom in the Tension: What the ‘Already but Not Yet’ Taught Me Today
This morning, in the quiet before the rush of the day began, I opened up my worn copy of New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp. The May...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 213 min read
What If I’m Never “Healed Enough” for the Church?
And Why That’s No Longer My Fear I used to sit in church pews wondering if everyone else had it more together than I did. If their...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 203 min read
God Sees Your Effort, Not Just Your Outcome
There’s a quiet pressure that creeps into the heart of many believers—especially those juggling parenting, marriage, ministry, work, and...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 192 min read
The Sacred Tension of Parenthood: Embracing the “And” of Self-Care and Love
I think it's funny—beautifully ironic, even—how the very things that can annoy us the most about our children today are often the very...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 174 min read
Establish Your Heart: Staying Grounded When Life Feels Unsteady
Scripture Focus: James 5:8 (ESV) — "You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand." Life has a way...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 154 min read
When Rest Feels Lazy: The Battle Between Productivity and Peace
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 We live in a world that idolizes hustle. Whether it’s the never-ending to-do list, the...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 93 min read
The Power Of A Yes List: Saying Yes to What Gives Life
Reclaiming Purpose by Saying Yes to What Matters Most “Let your yes be yes and your no be no.” – Matthew 5:37 We hear a lot about...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 83 min read
Why ‘Just Pray About It’ Isn’t Enough: Mental Health and Faith
“Just pray about it.” “You need more faith.” “Cast your cares on Jesus and move on.” If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, depression,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
May 23 min read
Managing Your Mental Health and Depression When You Haven’t Gotten Enough Sleep
We all know how important sleep is for our well-being, but sometimes, life doesn’t allow us the rest we need. Whether it’s due to stress,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Feb 34 min read
Balancing Screen Time with Faith: A Guide to Healthy Digital Habits
In today’s world, screens are an unavoidable part of life. From work and school to social connections and entertainment, digital devices...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Feb 15 min read
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