As a counselor, I often talk with clients about the root causes of their behaviors. While many are aware of unhealthy habits or patterns they want to change, the deeper question is often missed: What beliefs are fueling those behaviors? To illustrate this, think of...
A Faith-Based Strategy for Emotional Overwhelm We’ve all had those moments—your emotions show up like an uninvited guest, and you’ve got zero time, energy, or privacy to deal with them. Maybe it’s bedtime, and your mind won’t stop racing. Maybe you’re at work or school,...
What Are “Should Statements”? “I should be better by now.” “I should have known better.” “I shouldn’t be struggling with this anymore.” These are common “should statements,” a type of cognitive distortion that traps us in cycles of shame, pressure, and spiritual disconnection. In Christian...
Do you struggle with labels, whether from others or yourself? You’re not alone. Many people, even Christian women, find themselves caught in the trap of labeling their actions, their mistakes, and often their entire identity based on one incident or failure. This cognitive distortion, called...
Are you constantly jumping to the worst-case scenario in your head? Do small problems quickly spiral into overwhelming fear or anxiety? If so, you might be dealing with catastrophizing thoughts—a common cognitive distortion that causes overthinking and mental spirals. As a Christian woman, it can...
Have you ever skipped one workout and told yourself the whole week was a loss? Or maybe you ate one donut and thought, “Well, I ruined the day already.” If so, you’ve likely encountered all-or-nothing thinking—a common, yet damaging cognitive distortion that pulls us into...