One would think that in today’s woke society, breaking the stigma would be easy. It is unfortunate that the notion of “wokeness” appears to favor only specific groups or beliefs, rather than promoting equality and inclusivity for all. — Jackie Barker As a widespread mental health condition, depression affects millions of individuals globally. Unfortunately, there …

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Imagine feeling a love so pure, so unconditional, that nothing you could ever do would change it. In this week’s blog post, I want to delve into the depths of God’s love and discover how it impacts our lives. As we explore the meaning of God’s unconditional love for His people and its significance in …

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It was as if the bullies had planted a seed of self-doubt that grew over time, choking out any sense of self-worth or confidence. Jackie Barker Childhood bullying can have a profound impact on a person’s mental health, especially for someone who is quiet and introverted, like I was. As a child, I struggled to …

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As someone who has struggled with depression, I know how challenging it can be to navigate through life while dealing with mental health issues. One of the difficulties I have encountered is addressing backhanded compliments. Backhanded compliments are disguised insults that can be difficult to detect. They are often wrapped in a layer of supposed …

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By reducing our exposure to negative news and social media, we can create a more positive and uplifting environment for ourselves, which will help to conquer negative thoughts and improve our overall well-being. – Jackie Barker Negative thoughts can be incredibly damaging to one’s self-esteem and lead to other mental health issues such as depression …

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