Benefits of the Psych Ward and the Church

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The Struggle With Church

2016-09-28T11:38:40-05:00

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A Book for Anyone Affected by Suicide, Addiction, or Abuse

Last updated on: September 28, 2016 at 11:38 am By Steve Austin

I'm honored to have my book reviewed on Good Men Project this week! Juana Garcia wrote a very honest, thoughtful review of my book. Check it out! Read more

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2016-09-26T11:33:34-05:00

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Why Psychiatric Hospitals Aren’t Entertaining

Last updated on: September 26, 2016 at 11:33 am By Steve Austin

Knott's Berry Farm in California has launched a psychiatric hospital-themed Halloween attraction at their theme park. Earlier this week, I was interviewed for an article by The Mighty and I will expand my response here. Keep reading to see why I think this is ignorant, hurtful, and just plain stupid. #NoToKnottsBerry Read more

2016-09-17T17:33:04-05:00

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Why I Want Faith Like Water

Last updated on: September 17, 2016 at 5:33 pm By Steve Austin

My faith matters to me. I read the Bible. I attend church. I pray when something is weighing heavily on me. But while I used to find my identity only in the label of “Christian” or in the name recognition of my local church, I’ve realized people care much more about whether I am kind than whether I have faith. Read more

The Struggle With Church

2016-10-10T17:34:09-05:00

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7 Ways a Healthy Faith Creates a Healthy Mind

Last updated on: October 10, 2016 at 5:34 pm By Sean Swaby

Mental health and faith can feel like two separate worlds. For many people, they look at life as either spiritual or physical/mental. Mixing the two is like trying to mix steak and Kraft Dinner. They just don't seem to fit. But this is not healthy, because a healthy mind is a healthy soul. Check out this post for 7 ways faith can help you with the weight of living. Read more

2016-09-28T11:47:19-05:00

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How to Help Me Prevent Suicide for Less than $3

Last updated on: September 28, 2016 at 11:47 am By Steve Austin

I am Steve Austin, author of the Amazon best-seller, From Pastor to a Psych Ward. My book covers my recovery from abuse, addiction, and a suicide attempt. It also discusses the damaging effects of bad theology. I'd like to get my book into the hands of anyone who has been affected by the suicide or suicide attempt of someone they care about. I would like to send them an autographed copy of my book, plus a personal note of encouragement. Will you help me? Read more

from pastor to a psych ward

2016-09-28T11:58:11-05:00

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Reflecting on Four Years I Never Expected to Have

Last updated on: September 28, 2016 at 11:58 am By Steve Austin

Four years ago today, I woke up in a fog like I've never experienced before. Everything seemed so bright and I was desperate for something to drink. My throat was raw and I couldn't feel my legs. It had been nearly a full day since I tried to kill myself and as I slowly started piecing things together, I was flooded with humiliation, dread, and anger. Read more

2016-09-20T09:51:46-05:00

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Why I Believe Messy Grace Changes Everything

Last updated on: September 20, 2016 at 9:51 am By Steve Austin

Four years ago, I would have never believed I would be a pastor again, or even do me the courtesy of reading my blog again. And I definitely would have never even considered publishing e-books, creating online courses, hosting a mastermind group, and having my blog hosted on the largest religion and spirituality website in the world. But it is all happening, friends. Read more

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Messy Grace

2016-09-19T16:21:41-05:00

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What Does it Take to be a Creative Success?

Last updated on: September 19, 2016 at 4:21 pm By Steve Austin

My friend Tanner Gers is a blind paralympian, an entrepreneur, and an extreme motivator. He's incredibly creative and one super successful dude. His podcast, "The Creative Success Show" is #1 on iTunes for a reason. I sat down with Tanner recently for a two-part interview on suicide prevention. Read more