Mindfulness vs. Watchfulness
Due to the increasing trend of treating the whole person, or what may be referred to as holistic health care, spiritual practices are often considered in wellness approaches across a broad range of disciplines. Mindfulness has become a popular technique for fostering emotional balance and well-being. These techniques have become part of a “scientific approach.” […]
Keeping Christmas
Keeping Christmas The Christmas season is upon us! Can you picture it? ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there; The children were nestled all snug […]
Reducing Anxiety – Learning to Let Go
“Alarm clock screaming, Bare feet hit the floor, It’s off to the races, Everybody out the door. I’m feeling like I’m falling behind, It’s a crazy life.” Lyrics from “Breathe” by Jonny Diaz Many who struggle with anxiety are unaware, or tend to minimize how lifestyle contributes to emotional problems. Anxiety and excessive worry can […]
Festival of Hope
At 19 years of age, my life was completely turned around in one night. When the Billy Graham Crusade came to Pittsburgh in 1993, at the old Three Rivers Stadium, I was not much interested in Jesus, or His ways. Although, deep down I new my life was missing something important. I received a message […]
