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A sudden panic attack prompted a series of steps for better self-care and understanding
Cultural aspects of Japanese society can psychologically affect individuals, but identity in Christ can bring freedom
A child psychiatrist and a university professor give their thoughts on the state of mental health in Japan
An aid worker’s journey to understand trauma and mental health for disaster victims
None of us are immune to burnout, but certain actions and mindsets will help us recognize the warning signs and ultimately prevent it
Navigating my family’s mental health struggles from afar
Tools for self-counseling and mental health self-care
Childhood trauma can impact us unexpectedly, but awareness can help us cope well
Spending time with Jesus, in nature, with fellow travellers on the journey in Japan is time well spent
Mental health issues often hide underlying spiritual roots
How one missionary has coped with depression over many years of service
It’s important to get equipped
A missionary’s struggle with her calling to Japan and her calling as a mother in the midst of her teenager’s struggle with mental illness
The embrace of God’s people helped me to come through burnout
An easy-to-read book of life-giving principles to find more peace in your missionary life
The 30th anniversary of Wai Wai Children’s Club, Ibaraki YMCA
Growing interest in charitable bequests for the benefit of churches and mission in Japan
The fellowship of prayer brings us from our many ministries to be one family growing together
The Lord of Psalm 23 / How to Read a Book / Authority
Finding personal security in our identity as a child of God, rather than in our role or other relationships
With so many resources out there, it’s vital to develop a regime that works for you
“The wonderful thing about praying is that you leave a world of not being able to do something and enter God’s realm where everything is possible. He specializes in the impossible. Nothing is too great for His almighty power. Nothing is too small for His love.” ~ Corrie ten Boom1
Studies show that writing can help you deal with hard things
Wisdom, advice, and encouragement drawn from my experience