Terry’s Take… Daydreaming

When I was in Grade Two, my teacher noted on my report card: “Terry seems to daydream in class.”  The report card came in a sealed envelope that we were asked to leave unopened until we gave it to our parents. Of course, none of us did. I remember reading my teacher’s comment on the

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Terry’s Take… Back to School

Well, the end of August in Canada signals the time to go “back to school.” And while this blog is aimed at students returning to the classroom…it applies equally to everyone who desires to keep learning how to live the Christan Faith. Whether you’re a freshman or senior, you’re going to need more than notebooks,

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Terry’s Take… June Week 4: Depression

Let’s look at the last three common misconceptions we may have about those who are depressed. Misconception: It’s shameful to discuss mental illness openly. Reality: Church community should be a safe environment for people to discuss mental health without judgment. Sadly, some Christians can be very judgmental about mental illness, but that is not a biblical response.

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Terry’s Take… June Week 3: Depression

Sometimes when I am not feeling my best, either physically or emotionally, I become very self-accusatory. I’m hard on myself. Perhaps you have experienced the same thing. “I need to just kick myself in the pants and get going!” In thinking more about this I think it is based on a common misconception: Misconception: Depression

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Terry’s Take… June Week 2: Depression

In the next few blogs I will be addressing two areas of  the “troubled heart” …namely depression and anxiety. We all have “blue” days when we are a bit melancholy or lethargic. It’s common to the human condition. But the rates of people reporting longer term depression and anxiety has significantly risen in the post-Covid

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