If a man would speak without any present study, he must usually study much. This is a paradox perhaps, but its explanation lies upon the surface. If I am a miller, and I have a sack brought to my door, and am asked to fill that...
Read More1.) Take it seriously but don't show your seriousness through visible fear or worry. In many such cases, the child is trying to coerce or influence a certain outcome they want through fear. You want the child to know they cannot scare you -- this applies to...
Read MoreWhat is anxiety? 1.) An internal state in the face of perceived danger or threat. In the face of a perceived threat we either fight/flight or freeze. At it’s root, then, is the perception of danger — whether real or imagined — and then what we...
Read MoreI remember years ago talking with a mom who asked me directly: "So, why is my daughter depressed? I can't see what she has to be depressed about?" Thinking that she really wanted an answer, I told her, "Honestly, I think it's primarily due to...
Read MoreWarning SignsMost teens who go on to attempt or commit suicide give warning signs; rarely is it totally out of the blue. Therefore, it is very important to know what these warnings signs are.Here are three common warning signs:1.) Deepening depression, especially when accompanied with hopelessness....
Read MoreWhat ever brawls are in the street There should be peace at home; Where sisters dwell and brothers meet Quarrels shou’d never come.Birds in their little nests agree; And `tis a shameful sight, When children of one family Fall out, and chide, and fight.Hard names at first, and threatening words, That are...
Read MoreThe following self-assessment is from David Murray's book Reset. While it is geared towards pastors and others in ministry, it applies well to any vocation.It is best to go through this list with someone you trust -- close friend, spouse, etc. -- and give yourself...
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