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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.
Spiritual Goal-Setting: How to Grow Closer to God This Year
The start of a new year is a natural time for reflection and goal-setting. Many of us use this opportunity to set resolutions like...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jan 44 min read
Overcoming the Fear of Failure with God's Strength
Failure. Just hearing the word can make your heart race and your stomach churn. It’s a universal fear that touches all of us in one way...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jan 34 min read
Finding Faith in New Year’s Resolutions
It’s officially 2025. The New Year has begun, and if you’re like most people, you’re probably carrying a mix of hope, excitement, and...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Jan 24 min read
When Prayer Doesn't Feel Like Enough
Prayer is a cornerstone of faith, a direct line to God in our moments of joy, sorrow, confusion, or despair. Imagine a mother whispering...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Dec 9, 20245 min read
"Monsters" and the God of the Bible: A Response to Shinedown’s Lyric
Shinedown’s song Monsters has a hauntingly raw appeal. It speaks to struggles with inner demons, darkness, and the human fight against...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 16, 20244 min read
Finding Light in the Darkness: How Shinedown’s "Attention Attention" Album Helped Me Through a Dark Place
As a Christian, I’ve always found peace and healing through my faith, particularly in Scripture. But sometimes, when you're in the midst...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 16, 20245 min read
Just Sitting by the Campfire: Reflections on Being Human
Just Sitting by the Campfire: Reflections on Being Human There’s something about the warmth of a campfire and the quiet crackle of wood...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 14, 20244 min read
How AI Saved My Life: Leveraging AI to Enhance Faith-Based Mental Health Support
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and healthcare sectors, but its most transformative impact may be in the realm of...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 10, 20244 min read
Finding the Balance of Self-Care: When Does Self-Care Become Self-Indulgence?
In today's fast-paced world, the concept of self-care is widely promoted. It's a term used to encourage individuals to prioritize their...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 10, 20244 min read
Unleashing the Power of Christian Mindfulness: A Guide for Growing in Faith, Love, and Clarity
In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions and stress, finding moments of peace and stillness has become crucial for...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 7, 20242 min read
How to Build a Church Culture of Openness and Support: Promoting Mental Health in Faith Communities
Mental health remains a challenging topic for many churches. Too often, congregants feel they must hide their struggles, fearing judgment...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 6, 20244 min read
Mindful Faith Moments: A Journey of Mental Wellness and Faith in a Podcast
In a world that moves faster every day, it seems like there's never enough time to pause, reflect, and truly take care of ourselves—both...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Oct 5, 20245 min read
Breaking the Silence: A Deep Dive into the Course on Destigmatizing Mental Health in Christian Communities
In today's world, conversations surrounding mental health have gained a significant amount of traction, but in some circles—particularly...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 30, 20245 min read
Full Review of Inside Out 2 for Mindful Faith Ministries: A Christian Reflection on Mental Health and Emotional Complexity
Inside Out 2 takes viewers on a deep dive into the evolving emotional landscape of Riley as she faces adolescence. As a Christian, this...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 29, 20244 min read
Finding Your Worth: How to Turn 'The World Would Move On Without Me' Into a Positive Thought
Turning the Thought "If I Wasn't Here, Everyone Would Move On and the World Would Keep Spinning Without Me" Into a Positive and...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 25, 20245 min read
How I'm Navigating Raising Resilient Children in Today's World: Lessons and Strategies
As a parent in today's fast-paced and often challenging world, raising resilient children has become a top priority. In a society where...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 25, 20244 min read
Overcoming Procrastination: How to Stop Putting Things Off and Start Taking Action
We’ve all been there—staring at a to-do list, knowing we have important tasks to complete, but instead of tackling them, we find...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 25, 20247 min read
The Power of Saying No: How to Set Boundaries and Protect Your Peace
Have you ever found yourself agreeing to something you didn’t really want to do? Maybe it was staying late at work, taking on an extra...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 24, 20246 min read
The Overwhelm Cycle: How to Recover When Life Has Piled Up
Recovering from shutting the world out and letting everything pile up can feel daunting, but it’s absolutely possible. The key is to...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 23, 20245 min read
Going to the ER to Admit You're Struggling: Taking the First Step Toward Seeing a Psychiatrist
Admitting that you're struggling with mental health is an incredibly brave decision, one that can feel both daunting and overwhelming....
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 20, 20245 min read
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