Kate Motaung

Though most parents do their best to parent well, some may get it wrong sometimes. Even the best parent may treat a child in ways that cause damage unintentionally. If you have reached adulthood and begun to wonder why you struggle with a certain aspect of life, you might find some answers if you evaluate your relationship with your parents as a child. Some parent-child relationship dynamics don’t change in adulthood even when they should. There is a chance that

The death of a loved one is a significant, emotional event. No matter how much someone might try to prepare for it, it still hits people hard. Death is a reality for us all, yet being able to process the death of a loved one is difficult. Though some close friends or family members mean well, their efforts to cheer a grieving person can at times cause more harm than good. It’s okay to be unsure of how to

Ending a relationship can be challenging. Life becomes different and sometimes difficult when a person experiences a break-up. There are times when a breakup can lead to depression. This may not always be the case, but the risk of depression is genuine. Why are you in despair, my soul? And why are you restless within me? Wait for God, for I will again praise Him for the help of His presence, my God. – Psalm 42:11, NASB The emotions

You may often hear people comment on whether they are (or aren’t) morning or evening people. Some people function better, and they are more creative and personable at certain times of the day. To handle the rigors of operating at a time that isn’t ideal for them, some people drink coffee to rouse themselves, others exercise, and others meditate over Scripture and pray to feel energized and in the right frame of mind. There’s another sense in which times

Every person needs support in life. Even the most independent, strong person needs support occasionally. This may be financial support when a job has been lost, emotional support during a health crisis, prayer support when families are struggling, or food and shelter if finances are in dire need. Sometimes, if people are struggling with an issue that they can’t resolve, they may need mental health support. Whatever the type of support, a person must have resources at their fingertips to

Mindfulness is about intentionally and purposefully centering your attention on whatever is happening in the present moment and accepting your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations without judging yourself for characteristics you dislike or for not meeting your expectations. It is related to self-compassion. The way you treat your own heart is the way you will end up treating everyone else’s. – John Eldredge What is self-compassion? Self-compassion is about being less critical and more accepting of yourself and your

The word codependency has had many definitions throughout the years. The term was coined in the 1970s to describe a person whose life was directly affected by someone who struggled with chemical dependency; it described a person who had an unhealthy way of coping with life in response to someone else’s use of alcohol or drugs (Beattie, 2022). Yet, the most recent definition encompasses a broader range of characteristics and behaviors. Today, codependency can be defined as a relationship

It’s no surprise that screen usage has enraptured our current generation. From the elderly learning how to navigate Facebook Marketplace to toddlers navigating YouTube Kids, the spectrum of screen usage is wide. In general, the conversation about the negative effects of screen usage is ongoing, but I would like to suggest that we consider the negative effects of screen usage in marriages. Are our phones our second spouse? For most of us, our phones are incredibly helpful. They help

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and the psychodynamic approach both have as their goal to relieve psychological distress and improve mental well-being. However, they use significantly different methods to do so. If you are wondering which one would be better suited for your unique needs, read on. Hopefully, this article will give you a good understanding of the key differences between them so you can make an informed choice. Focus And Core Beliefs Psychodynamic approach Psychodynamic therapy is an insight-oriented

What exactly is a boundary, and why are they important? A boundary is a spoken or written representation of a limit or restriction one imposes on others. A person conceptualizes a boundary based on their internal feelings based on lived experiences. For example, if a person does not like loud noises because of their childhood experiences, that person can tell people around him or her to speak more softly. While boundaries play a crucial role in relationships, society frequently misappropriates

What is the source of worry? Does worrying constantly mean something is wrong? The human brain is immensely complex, making it difficult to understand and interpret all its unique functions. First, let’s consider the physiological and psychological aspects of worrying. Physiological Aspects of Worrying The brain has two primary systems that take in information and decipher it throughout the body. These systems are the peripheral and central nervous systems, but the central nervous system is responsible for receiving information

For a parent, there can be no greater pain than seeing your child suffer. A child therapist is a person who is trained in counseling techniques and armed with a set of tools that can help a child in a way that engages their will and is understandable. What is important to note is that children suffer with the same struggles, desires, and hopes that we do as adults. They fall prey to the same lies that adults do