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4 days ago3 min read

The Christian and Mental Health: Thanksgiving at Christmas

If you want a potent tool in your battle with mental illness, there is none (in my opinion) as effective as thankfulness. All the mental...

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The Christian Bipole

Nov 33 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Time Changes, Ugh!

If you are like me and just about everyone else who struggles with mental illness, you really ___________ those biannual time changes....

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The Christian Bipole

Oct 222 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: A Way of Escape

There are times when it feels overwhelming, even crushing. I know. I've been there. I wish I could give you a fool-proof solution for...

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The Christian Bipole

Aug 162 min read

The Christian's Mental Health: the Importance of Looking Forward

If your mind fixates on memories, good or bad, this blog may be for you. I won't spend much time making my point. But being able to...

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The Christian Bipole

Aug 132 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: the Case for Muttering

I'm hoping the title of this blog catches your attention and makes you curious. What in the world is muttering? How might muttering be a...

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The Christian Bipole

Aug 33 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Is Self-Care Selfish?

If you struggle for mental health like I do, you will have most likely heard of or read about something called, "self-care." What is it?...

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The Christian Bipole

Jul 53 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: What the Bible Has to Say about Medicine/Medications

If you ever feel guilty about taking medications for your mental health, this blog is for you. There is often a stigma associated with...

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The Christian Bipole

Jun 262 min read

The Christian's Mental Health: the Prayer of Jabez, Take 2

In case you ever wondered, yes, prayer can and should be a key "skill" for those (like me!) who wrestle with mental/emotional disorders...

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The Christian Bipole

May 272 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: On Cycling

Do you struggle with "cycling?" I am referring to the frustrating cycle many of us experience between our emotional "ups" and "downs." If...

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The Christian Bipole

May 103 min read

Mental Health for Christians: the Power of Music

If you experience any kind of depression, bipolar or unipolar, you may have experienced the soothing effect of music. And if you...

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The Christian Bipole

May 33 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Are You Out (In) of Your Mind?

You've have undoubtedly heard the question, "Are you out of your mind?" But have you ever heard the question, "Are you in of your mind?"...

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The Christian Bipole

Apr 113 min read

The Christian and Mental Health: for Those Who Cycle

If you have bipolar II with rapid cycling, you are like me. Here are some thoughts about those ups and downs, how they affect me, and how...

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tmason1621

Mar 82 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: a Higher Cause

I can't say enough about the importance of having a "higher cause." I'm referring to one's involvement in a cause or purpose that is...

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tmason1621

Feb 93 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Practicing Gratitude

One tool in the arsenal of skills used to combat mental illness is the practice of “gratitude.” What is this? And how are Christians in a...

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The Christian Bipole

Jan 233 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: The Prayer of Jabez

What is the prayer of Jabez, and how can it help those of us struggling with our mental health? I'm glad you asked! Let's take a look at...

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The Christian Bipole

Jan 103 min read

Mental Wellness for Believers: How New Year's Resolutions Can Actually Help

You may be gun shy when it comes to making New Year's resolutions, and justifiably so. But there are ways that New Year's resolutions can...

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The Christian Bipole

Jan 53 min read

Mental Wellness for the Christian: Revisiting "Mind-full-ness"

I am revisiting the topic of "mind-full-ness," which is distinct from mindfulness, since it is such an important subject. It is perhaps...

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The Christian Bipole

Dec 14, 20232 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Radical Acceptance

Have you ever wondered what is meant by the term "Radical Acceptance" and why it is so important when dealing with mental illness? Well,...

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tmason1621

Nov 14, 20233 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: Time to Get Off Your Butt

I hope the title of this blog caught your attention. If there is one thing (other than sleep) that is absolutely essential for mental...

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The Christian Bipole

Nov 7, 20233 min read

Mental Health for the Christian: On Having the Best Counselor(s)

If you struggle with mental illness, there's a pretty fair chance that you see a counselor on a regular basis. But do you have the right...

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