Mental Health – ChurchLeaders

Mindy Caliguire: Soul Care for the Exhausted Leader

Jason Daye — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:00:43 +0000

Mindy Caliguire and Jason Daye explore how we can reframe our perspective of caring for our own souls to view it as an invitation rather than another item on our to-do list. Mindy then shares some incredible ideas and examples of how we can begin prioritizing our own soul care.

Joby Martin: Guardrails of Grace for Healthy Ministry Leaders

Jason Daye — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:00:28 +0000

Joby Martin and Jason Daye look at some of the challenges we have as ministry leaders when it comes to experiencing God's grace. Joby also shares some ideas and practices that can help us truly experience the fullness of living in Christ as we serve his church.

Are You a High Hoper?

Full Strength Network — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:40:27 +0000

Hopeful people identify specific, tangible goals. They see many pathways to reach these goals, and they nurture an “I can” attitude.

Barbara Peacock: Actively Engaging in Soul Care

Jason Daye — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 21:40:59 +0000

Dr. Barbara Peacock and Jason Daye explore the importance of actively and intentionally engaging in our own soul care as we serve others.

Solitude and Silence

Full Strength Network — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:36:42 +0000

Practicing solitude and silence does not come naturally. Yet without it, you miss the richness and depth of a walk with Christ that can come no other way.

Alan Noble: Mental Health & Ministry—Being Honest With Ourselves & Other

Jason Daye — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 16:00:37 +0000

Alan Noble and Jason Daye look at the reality of mental afflictions and how they relate to our spirituality. Alan then shares from his own experiences some words of caution and encouragement on how we can address mental health in ministry.

Thriving Beyond Suffering: Insights & Growth

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 21:08:47 +0000

NICC stands out by synthesizing psychological insights with Christian theological perspectives, offering a comprehensive framework for "suffering well.” It views suffering not just as an inevitable part of life but also as an opportunity for deepening one’s relationship with God, self, and others.

NICC: The Flesh & Sanctification Explained

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:31:25 +0000

Let's delve into the concepts of "the flesh" and “works of the flesh” from a biblical perspective, reinterpreted through the lens of NICC’s distinctive views on the Core Self and Constructed Self.

Managing Your Negative Emotions

Full Strength Network — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 19:48:20 +0000

While most church leaders prefer to avoid negative emotions such as distress, fear, anxiety, etc., all church leaders will experience a variety of negative emotions at some point. If you want to build your negative emotion management skills, try these five recommendations.

Transform Pain Into Growth: A Healing Guide

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 21:25:57 +0000

Transforming pain is not a linear process, nor is it quick or easy. It requires patience, self-compassion, and the willingness to confront and work through difficult emotions.

Getting Active

Full Strength Network — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:00:25 +0000

It is time for church leaders to consider ways to be getting active, both for their overall health and the management of illness.

Supporting Your Family Through Church Leadership Crisis

Josh Spurlock — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 21:24:14 +0000

Supporting your family during a church leadership crisis requires compassion, communication, and practical strategies.

Hearing God—A Way of Life

Full Strength Network — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 17:08:31 +0000

Hearing God is rooted in a lifelong, interactive relationship of communication, intimacy, living in the will of God, and learning to live with God’s voice.

Unlock Joy: Delighting and Secure Attachments

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:29:51 +0000

Delighting, as a deliberate practice, leverages the power of emotional and neurological synchronization to enrich relationships and enhance individual well-being.

Increase Your Resilience

Full Strength Network — Thu, 01 Aug 2024 20:01:20 +0000

Pastors, those around you need you to assert your resilience. The kingdom needs you healthy, happy, and fully restored, and it’s time to claim your inheritance.

Transform Your Mind: NICC’s Power of Noticing and Naming

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 22:04:19 +0000

The foundational skills of noticing and naming not only foster self-awareness and emotional processing but also bridge the gap between cognitive understanding and emotional significance.

Steve Cuss: Quieting Your Inner Critic and Finding Your True Self

Jason Daye — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 22:55:55 +0000

Steve Cuss and Jason Daye look at how we can dismantle the false self that we often accept and uncover our true selves that God created us to be.

Empathy in Church Leadership: Healing Through Connection

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 23:04:13 +0000

Empathy is about really getting what someone else is feeling. For church leaders, this means understanding what their congregations are going through and showing that they care.

J. Michael Jordan: Responsible Ministry Practices in Anxious Times

Jason Daye — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:34:14 +0000

J. Michael Jordan and Jason Daye explore the importance of considering how the ways we preach, teach, worship, and gather relate to anxiety.

Cultivating Friendships

Full Strength Network — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 21:19:52 +0000

How good are you at cultivating friendships? A healthy pastor will seek to cultivate and maintain an ongoing connection with others, including other pastors.

Ken Shigematsu: Overcoming Shame and Experiencing True Joy

Jason Daye — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 13:00:03 +0000

Ken Shigematsu and Jason Daye explore how God's grace can bring healing to our feelings of inadequacy, shame, and envy.

Growing Stronger Through Struggles: Insights and Tips

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 20:49:38 +0000

When life throws us a curveball, and we manage to hit it, we often end up growing stronger and learning a few things. Going through hard times can actually make us wiser and more resilient.

Embrace Immanuel Imagery for Healing

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:01:10 +0000

Immanuel Imagery, as practiced within Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® and Neuroscience Informed Relational Discipleship, is a therapeutic approach that integrates the profound truths of Christian faith with the principles of modern psychology.

Turning Doubt Into Worship

Full Strength Network — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 22:22:17 +0000

Let’s look at what David wrote about as he wrestled with the tension of hope and doubt, as well as four lessons we can learn from him.

The Mental Healthcare Gap, Task Shifting, and the Local Church

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:58:09 +0000

Task shifting is a viable solution to mitigate the global mental healthcare gap by making efficient use of available human resources, enhancing the capacity of the healthcare system, and ultimately improving access to mental health services for underserved populations.

Masks

Full Strength Network — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 20:40:56 +0000

Day after day, we dress ourselves up and wear masks to put on the image we want others to see. Meanwhile, we know the real us. To live and lead wholeheartedly, we must remember that God’s love for us is not dependent on whether or not we deserve or have earned it.

Anxiety: Understanding Its Biology

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 15:14:07 +0000

Do you know what it feels like when you have anxiety? Probably so. But do you know why you feel anxiety symptoms or what to do to help your anxiousness?

3 Financial Enemies Attacking Mental Health

Full Strength Network — Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:00:58 +0000

Finances are closely linked with mental health. And the two can become a double-edged sword, feeding off of each other negatively to a point where your mental health can begin to negatively impact your financial habits.

What Is the Theology of Self-Care?

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:30:01 +0000

Do you have a good theology of self-care? It might seem odd, but neglecting self-care to push yourself beyond your God-given limits can actually feed a sinful craving for self-sufficiency.

Honoring God Through Rest: A Pastor’s Guide

Full Strength Network — Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:00:57 +0000

In the midst of fervent service in ministry, it is crucial for pastors to remember that rest is not only a necessity but also a means to honor God.

Prioritizing Celebration

Full Strength Network — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 15:38:57 +0000

Do you have a culture of celebration? Countless studies all point back to the tried and true principle that “what is celebrated gets repeated.” When we take the time to recognize great things, we are setting the stage for repeat success.

Supporting Friends in Crisis: A Compassionate Guide

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 24 May 2024 20:05:08 +0000

When you have friends in crisis, your immediate, compassionate support can make a significant difference in helping them navigate through this challenging time.

The Power of Quiet

Full Strength Network — Wed, 22 May 2024 23:02:26 +0000

It is crucial for those in leadership positions to recognize the importance of slowing down and embracing quiet moments.

Steve Carter: Finding Hope When Your Ministry World Collapses

Jason Daye — Fri, 17 May 2024 21:53:39 +0000

Steve Carter and Jason Daye look at how to navigate disappointments and destabilizing seasons in our ministries. Steve shares from his own experiences as a pastor what God taught him about grieving, breathing, and receiving.

Mental Health During Pastoral Transitions

Full Strength Network — Thu, 16 May 2024 22:00:42 +0000

During pastoral transitions, church leaders might not know the questions to ask, the people to seek out, or the challenges that could come, so it’s good for them to bolster their mental health as much as possible.

Amy Trout: Addressing Our Mental Health Crisis

Jason Daye — Mon, 13 May 2024 15:31:59 +0000

Dr. Amy Trout and Jason Daye look at the breadth of the current mental health crisis. Amy also shares some creative ways that local churches can partner with professional counselors to address the mental health issues in their communities.

Ryan George: Healing from Church Trauma and Spiritual Abuse

Jason Daye — Mon, 06 May 2024 23:09:43 +0000

Ryan George and Jason Daye look at some of the ways that local churches can make space for those who've experienced spiritual abuse.

Unlocking Joy and Well-Being: Embracing Play in the Modern Christian Life

Josh Spurlock — Thu, 02 May 2024 22:14:55 +0000

Embracing play in one’s life is about recognizing its fundamental role in fostering physical, emotional, and spiritual health. It’s about creating intentional space for activities that rejuvenate and bring joy, in line with the biblical principle of Sabbath rest.

Nurturing Your Soul

Full Strength Network — Thu, 02 May 2024 19:28:32 +0000

Amid the demands of pastoral life and ministry, it’s easy to forget that you too need a strong community of friends you can trust and rely on.

Echo VanderWal: Serving Well When the Needs Seem Overwhelming

Jason Daye — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:00:09 +0000

Echo VanderWal and Jason Daye look at the incredible importance of soul care for yourself, your family, and your team as you serve in ministry.

Joel Muddamalle: How To Face Your Fears and Insecurities

Jason Daye — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:00:11 +0000

Dr. Joel Muddamalle and Jason Daye explore some of the fears and insecurities that we wrestle with as ministry leaders and the unhealthy cycle that those can create.

Prioritizing Time

Full Strength Network — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 20:57:41 +0000

The noble calling of pastoring a church often comes with a relentless schedule and the constant pressure to juggle various responsibilities. Effective time management is crucial to making sure you can fulfill your duties while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Unraveling Loneliness: How Deep Friendships Combat Anxiety and Depression

Josh Spurlock — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 22:55:53 +0000

The role of friendships cannot be overstated when it comes to fighting loneliness, which has emerged as a silent epidemic, cutting across age groups and communities, subtly contributing to the rise of anxiety and depression among many.

Maximizing Your Bandwidth

Full Strength Network — Fri, 12 Apr 2024 22:37:34 +0000

Just as a strong internet connection is essential for seamless online communication, your personal bandwidth is crucial for maintaining your well-being and effectiveness as a leader.

Jess Connolly: Sustainable Rest in the Midst of Ministry

Jason Daye — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 13:00:35 +0000

Jess Connolly and Jason Daye look at some of the struggles that we have as ministry leaders when it comes to experiencing rest and refreshment.

Enhancing Pastoral Care: Lessons From Therapists To Boost Discipleship

Josh Spurlock — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:21:18 +0000

The convergence of therapeutic wisdom and pastoral care opens up new pathways for fostering spiritual growth, emotional healing, and relational health within the church community.

Alan Fadling: Is Anxiety Impacting Your Ministry?

Jason Daye — Fri, 08 Mar 2024 23:00:23 +0000

Alan Fadling and Jason Daye discuss how we can intentionally and thoughtfully address the anxiety in our lives.

Counseling Hesitations

Full Strength Network — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:28:36 +0000

Even pastors can benefit from a little professional support now and then. But why do so many of us hesitate to take advantage of counseling for pastors? Let’s unpack some common concerns and why counseling is actually a pretty cool thing.

Shepherding the Shepherd

Full Strength Network — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:55:13 +0000

It’s so important for pastors to be poured into by others, whether through peer relationships or mentorship. This article explores the significance of pastoral support, drawing insights from both biblical principles and contemporary challenges faced by pastors.

Terra McDaniel: Rediscovering Lament—Making Space for Grief

Jason Daye — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 22:01:25 +0000

Terra McDaniel and Jason Daye explore some of the ways that we, as pastors and ministry leaders, inadvertently make grieving more difficult, both for ourselves and for those we serve.