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Welcome to the Mindful Faith Living 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.
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
Hiding from the World: How to Bounce Back After Shutting Everything Out
I hear you—when everything feels like too much, sometimes it seems like crawling under the covers and hoping the world goes away is the...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 20, 20244 min read
When Everything Feels Like Too Much: Finding Peace in the Chaos
There are times in life when it feels like everything is piling up. You might find yourself waking up with a knot in your stomach,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 19, 20245 min read
Meditation Isn't About Emptying Your Mind: It's About Learning to Stay Present
Meditation is often misunderstood as the art of "emptying your mind"—a state where no thoughts exist, leaving your mind blank and serene....
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 18, 20245 min read
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Small Steps to Transform Your Mindset Through Faith
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a powerful and effective tool in addressing mental health challenges. While it’s often associated...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 17, 20245 min read
Understanding the Difference Between Procrastination and Delaying: Practical Steps to Move Forward
We’ve all experienced moments where we put something off. Whether it's a task at work, a personal project, or even a conversation we need...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 17, 20245 min read
Exploring Christian Themes in Netflix’s #1 Movie Rebel Ridge
Rebel Ridge currently holds the top spot on Netflix, gripping audiences with its dark and action-packed narrative. It tells the story of...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 15, 20244 min read
Destigmatizing the Use of Medication for Mental Health: A Biblical Perspective
In today's world, the stigma surrounding mental health is slowly breaking down, yet one aspect remains highly misunderstood and often...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 15, 20245 min read
Challenging the Perspective of "I'm Not Doing Enough": Finding Peace in the Present
In today's fast-paced world, it's all too easy to feel like we're not doing enough. Whether it's in our personal lives, careers,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 15, 20247 min read
I Feel Like I'm Wasting My Life but I Honestly Don’t Even Know What I Want to Do
It’s a thought many of us have at one point or another: “I feel like I’m wasting my life.” Whether it comes at night when we’re lying in...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 15, 20247 min read
Everyone Seems Proud of Me Except Me: Breaking the Cycle of Self-Doubt
Lately, it feels like everyone around me is proud of what I’ve accomplished, but I just can’t seem to share in their enthusiasm. Friends,...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 15, 20246 min read
Finding Purpose in Seasons of Hopelessness: When You Don't Even Know Where to Start
Life can sometimes feel like an endless loop of confusion, frustration, and a lack of direction. Many people, perhaps even most, have...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 11, 20248 min read
I Dare You To Quit!
When you hear the word "quit," you probably think of it as something negative—something only failures do. But what if quitting was...
Jason Henry-Ruhl
Sep 11, 20246 min read
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