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Mental Health and Faith

By: Caroline S. Cooper
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  • Caroline S. Cooper is a peer specialist in mental health, an author, and a speaker. She also has a master’s in Bible and Theology. The podcast includes interviews with mental health professionals, individuals living with mental illness, pastors, Christian counselors, and more. Caroline will also post some episodes in a conversational/teaching format on topics such as mental illnesses, wellness tools, and the spiritual aspect of recovery.
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  • 41. Writing for Recovery: Poetry

    41. Writing for Recovery: Poetry
    Jun 5 2024
    The Mental Health and Faith: A Closer Look program presents a series of episodes on Writing Your Way to Recovery. Throughout June 2024, Caroline shares content originally created for presentations at two different mental health conferences in Missouri. Today's episode explores how poetry can be beneficial in exploring emotions and how to express those feelings in a healthy way. Links to info on Emotion (Feeling) Wheels https://feelingswheel.com/ https://positivepsychology.com/emotion-wheel/ https://psychcentral.com/health/emotion-wheel links for information on poetry Poetry 101 - different types of poetry: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/poetry-101-learn-about-poetry-different-types-of-poems-and-poetic-devices-with-examples#6bzWosRp10myuzu65GOZ9w The Free Verse Poem - https://www.masterclass.com/articles/poetry-101-what-is-the-difference-between-blank-verse-and-free-verse The Narrative Poem - https://www.masterclass.com/articles/what-is-a-narrative-poem-3-different-types-of-narrative-poems-with-poetry-examples PSALM 42 (NASB) - An example of poetry (a song) expressing emotions honestly. Thirsting for God in Trouble and Exile. For the choir director. A Maskil of the sons of Korah. 1 As the deer pants for the water brooks, So my soul pants for You, O God. 2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God; When shall I come and appear before God? 3 My tears have been my food day and night, While they say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” 4 These things I remember and I pour out my soul within me. For I used to go along with the throng and lead them in procession to the house of God, With the voice of joy and thanksgiving, a multitude keeping festival. 5 Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall again praise Him For the help of His presence. 6 O my God, my soul is in despair within me; Therefore I remember You from the land of the Jordan And the peaks of Hermon, from Mount Mizar. 7 Deep calls to deep at the sound of Your waterfalls; All Your breakers and Your waves have rolled over me. 8 The LORD will command His lovingkindness in the daytime; And His song will be with me in the night, A prayer to the God of my life. 9 I will say to God my rock, “Why have You forgotten me? Why do I go mourning because of the oppression of the enemy?” 10 As a shattering of my bones, my adversaries revile me, While they say to me all day long, “Where is your God?” 11 Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become disturbed within me? Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him, The help of my countenance and my God. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THE MENTAL HEALTH AND FAITH: A CLOSER LOOK PODCAST. Join the conversation! Caroline S. Cooper (Owner of In God's Corner Ministry) is a writer, speaker, and podcast/YouTube host whose mission is to offer encouragement for life in a complicated world. Please email your comments, questions, or suggestions to caroline@ingodscorner.org. Need help? Crisis Lines Nationwide (USA) Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline: Call Or Text: 988 SAMHSA’s National Helpline: (800)-662-HELP [4357] National Child Abuse Hotline: 800-422-4453 National Child Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 National Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 or Text to 838255 National LGBT Help Line: 888-843-4564 a more complete list of mental health resources can be found on Caroline’s website: carolinescooper.com CONNECT WITH CAROLINE Website - https://ingodscorner.org - you can sign up for my quarterly newsletter at the bottom of each page on my website YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@InGodsCornerMinistry Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarolineSueCooper/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.
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  • 40. The Importance of Self-Care

    40. The Importance of Self-Care
    May 19 2024
    Self-care = taking care of self! Sounds easy, right? Unfortunately, many people are over-committed, have too many activities on the calendar, and prioritize their careers over their well-being. But taking time out everyday for yourself is essential for holistic health. Mindfulness You can find free resources on mindfulness on the following websites] Focus on the Family - Mindfulness: A Christian Approach: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/family-qa/mindfulness-a-christian-approach/ The Mindful Christian: https://www.themindfulchristian.com/guides_for_practice.html Mindfulness Exercises: https://mindfulnessexercises.com/ MindWorks: https://mindworks.org/blog/mindfulness-exercises/ The Free Mindfulness Project website: https://www.freemindfulness.org/download Wellness Tools Create a wellness tools list of activities that bring you joy, relaxation, peace, and a sense of purpose. Caroline published a Christ-centered workbook guiding you through self-care practices and developing your own wellness tools list. It also has a dozen or so instruction sheets for different mindfulness and wellness activities. You can find more information on the Amazon page. The Everyday Wellness Workbook on Amazon THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO THE MENTAL HEALTH AND FAITH: A CLOSER LOOK PODCAST. Join the conversation! Caroline S. Cooper (Owner of In God's Corner Ministry) is a writer, speaker, and podcast/YouTube host whose mission is to offer encouragement for life in a complicated world. Please email your comments, questions, or suggestions to caroline@ingodscorner.org. Need help? Crisis Lines Nationwide (USA) Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline: Call Or Text: 988 SAMHSA’s National Helpline: (800)-662-HELP [4357] National Child Abuse Hotline: 800-422-4453 National Child Trafficking Hotline: 888-373-7888 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 National Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 or Text to 838255 National LGBT Help Line: 888-843-4564 a more complete list of mental health resources can be found on Caroline’s website: ingodscorner.org CONNECT WITH CAROLINE Website - https://ingodscorner.org - you can sign up for my quarterly newsletter at the bottom of each page on my website YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@InGodsCornerMinistry Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CarolineSueCooper/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolinesuecooper/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinescooper/ Amazon Author Page - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Caroline-S-Cooper/author/B0BYXL4ZHW?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1705544163&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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  • 39. Are you Anxious? So am I!

    39. Are you Anxious? So am I!
    Mar 14 2024
    Let's have an honest conversation. My husband lost his job last year and at one point we thought we'd lose our house. Some close relatives have experienced significant health issues. I didn't receive the promotion that I thought was guaranteed. I had a disagreement with a friend that has broken our relationship. My new insurance company doesn't want to cover the new, expensive medication that has changed my life. And, as a mom and grandma, I yearn to see my children escape the pain of life. But that's impossible. Yes, I've had increased anxiety lately. I've been worried. Tears have come more easily to me. BUT, I know I can walk through these challenging emotions until a brighter day dawns. Here are some additional insights to the tips I share in this week's podcast. THE ACTS PRAYER MODEL A = Adoration. Keep God first above all else by acknowledging who he is and what he has done. C = Confession. Clear your conscience by admitting your sin, turning away from them, and receiving the forgiveness of the Lord. T = Thanksgiving. Respond to God's goodness by thanking him for the blessings in your life. S = Supplication. Ask God to continue meeting your needs by naming specific requests and praying for others. Scriptures for encouragement and peace Isaiah 41:10 - Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. Matthew 11:28-30 - Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” Philippians 4:6-7 - Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Psalm 55:22 - Cast your burden upon the LORD and He will sustain you; He will never allow the righteous to be shaken. Psalm 94:18-19 - I cried out, “I am slipping!” but your unfailing love, O LORD, supported me. When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer. 2 Timothy 1:7 - For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. 1 Peter 5:6-7 - Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Psalm 23:1–4 - The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. Proverbs 12:25 - Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up. 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 - All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. Matthew 5:4 - God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Joshua 1:9 - This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. Deuteronomy 31:8 - Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you. Psalm 27:1 - The LORD is my light and my salvation—so why should I be afraid? The LORD is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? John 16:33 - Jesus said,
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