by Marcia Deah Love is understood, in a historical way, as one of the great human vocations - but its counterspell has always been infidelity. This terrible, terrible betrayal that can tear apart not only another person, not only oneself, but whole families. – Junot Diaz When I think [...]
The excitement of a new baby. The smell of baby powder and shampoo. There is something about newborns. Perhaps it is the new life and the wonder in their eyes as they grow day by day and discover the world around them. But often mothers experience a small amount [...]
Forget about what the rom-coms tell you; your twenties do not have to be about finding “the one” you want to spend the rest of your life with. This important, beautiful time in your life can be focused on learning about yourself and your God-given purpose. Find direction Many [...]
If you’ve ever felt your heart racing, your chest tightening, or a sudden wave of fear that seemed to come out of nowhere, you may have experienced an anxiety attack. Many people describe anxiety attacks as feeling like they are losing control, having a heart attack, or even dying. [...]
Also known as generational trauma, intergenerational trauma is the passing on of the effects of unresolved physical or emotional trauma from one generation to the next, causing ongoing psychological and emotional wounding and pain. Often perpetuated through the adoption of coping mechanisms that were once adaptive for the survivor [...]
At the core of addictive behavior is distraction and avoidance. People with addictions are running from something or someone, whether they know it or not. Overcoming addiction is not a matter of changing our behavior and habits in hopes of getting a fresh start. That part of the journey [...]
When you realize something isn’t right, you feel as though you’re standing at the edge of an unfamiliar landscape. There you are, holding your baby surrounded by people who expect you to feel joy. Yet, the weight pressing down on your chest echoes a different story. This is nothing [...]
It’s quite possible that the greatest joy a person can have in life is to bring another human being into the world. The joy and beauty that attend the birth of a child are hard to compare to any other experience. However, the process that comes with it can [...]
By Marcia Deah Hi there! I want to start this article by first acknowledging your willingness to learn more about sexual addiction. Whether you are trying to learn about the topic for educational purposes, want to support a loved one, or learn about your own struggles, I commend you [...]
Female friendships in the Christian communities often feel like walking through a minefield of expectations. As women were told to bear one another’s burdens, yet we find ourselves drowning under the weight of the constant needs of others. We are expected to be there for one another and end [...]
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