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November 2019

November 13, 2019

The Comfort Zone

The comfort zone. We all have one. We believe our comfort zone makes us happy,...

October 2019

October 09, 2019

Resolving Repetitive Arguments

Often we feel as though we’re just going in circles, having the same arguments over...

September 2019

September 09, 2019

Authentic Optimism – How Do We Actually Make Our Lives Better?

Sometimes it feels like it’s hard to be optimistic in the midst of stressful situations....

May 2019

May 22, 2019

Increase Your Happiness in Less Than 20 Minutes

As the weather warms up, our ability to spend time outdoors increases. While we are...

May 06, 2019

The Circle of…Stress?

Are you stressed? Having difficulty sleeping? Is your difficultly sleeping causing you stress? You’re not...

March 2019

March 18, 2019

You Can’t Judge Depression By Its Cover

“They seem/seemed so happy.” “They have everything together.” “I/They don’t have any reason to complain.”...

March 11, 2019

Dealing With Others’ Emotions

We all know that when someone yawns, then we start yawning too. New research shows...

October 2018

October 16, 2018

Dealing With Hurtful People

We all know the world isn’t what it was meant to be. People say hurtful...

September 2018

September 05, 2018

Finding Peace Amid The Storm

Some days it can feel as though stress is coming at us from every direction....

June 2018

June 12, 2018

Men, Keep the Ball in Play!

Guest blog post by Dave McClow, Pastoral Solutions Institute. Fighting that works! Ever been in...

March 2018

March 26, 2018

Maintaining Your Marriage Connection

It’s easy to tell when someone is happy. People often express outward signs when they...

January 2018

January 15, 2018

Practically Perfect in Every Way – Three More2Life Hacks for Overcoming Perfectionism

In the age of social media, self-criticism and perfectionism are more prominent than ever. We...

September 2017

September 25, 2017

Unsupported? Simple Tips to Get The Help You Need

Feeling overwhelmed is something that we all experience all too often. Our “to-do” lists are...

September 19, 2017

Are Cola Wars Killing YOUR Marriage?

We all have our preferred brands: Our favorite kind of soda, our favorite brand of...

August 2017

August 29, 2017

Can We Decrease Anxiety by Changing the Tone of Our Inner Voice?

We all have an inner voice. I’m not necessarily referring to the “Jiminy Cricket, conscience”...

June 2017

June 26, 2017

Stop Dreading Disagreements

When you’re disagreeing with someone, don’t forget to pray for them.

May 2017

May 09, 2017

When Your Emotions Get Derailed: Here’s How YOU Can Get Back On Track

Theology Of The Body reminds us that God made our bodies to work for our...

April 2017

April 18, 2017

Taking Relationships from Stressed to Supportive

Relationships are meant to be sources of support and love, yet sometimes in the craziness...

February 2016

February 17, 2016

Worried No More: 6 Graceful Ways to Beat Stress, Worry, and Anxiety

Check out how these 3 Do's and 3 Don'ts can set YOU free from stress,...

November 2014

November 12, 2014

What’s the #1 Thing Stressed Out Kids Need to Feel Better? (Infographic)

H/T Stress Better Take a look at this revealing infographic based on a survey of...

August 2014

August 12, 2014

Effective Coping for Emotional Distress

Earlier today I offered some reflections on what people-of-faith need to know about depression. I...

June 2013

June 12, 2013

What Can the Theology of the Body Teach Us about Managing Stress?

"I'm so busy!" "There isn't enough time!" Seemingly universal laments. Life is filled with opportunities...

June 12, 2013

Coming Wed on More2Life–All Stressed Up and No Place to Go (Plus, Win a Free Book! Details below)

Coming Wednesday on More2Life: All Stressed Out and No Place to Go--We'll explore all the...

April 2013

April 16, 2013

COMING TUES on More2Life Radio–Out of Control

COMING TUES: Out of Control--Whether we're reacting to the headlines or unpleasant personal news, life...

April 04, 2013

Coming Thurs on More2Life Radio: The Grapes of Wrath

Thurs on More2Life--The Grapes of Wrath: In light of the recent firing of a Rutgers...

March 2013

March 08, 2013

Coming Fri on More2Life Radio–God Give Me…Patience(?)

COMING FRIDAY--God Give Me...Patience(?): Patience (ugh). We all need it, but very few of us...

February 2013

February 26, 2013

40 Days to a Better Marriage Tip–Tues 2/26: Manage Your Transitions

Managing transitions are an important way to prevent stress from negatively affecting relationships. Without good transitions,...

February 26, 2013

COMING TUES ON MORE2LIFE RADIO–STRESSED TO THE MAX!

STRESSESD TO THE MAX--Today we'll look at the negative effects stress can have on our...

February 25, 2013

More2Life Radio Question of the Day–Monday.

Monday Q of the D: What (specifically) do you wish you were giving most of...