Some seasons call for more than a quick reset. They call for an honest pause, a brave look inward, and space to remember what has been buried under pressure, noise, responsibility, and routine. That is the heart behind the Wild at Heart class coming October 8-10. This class is an invitation to step away from the usual pace and enter a focused intensive built around reflection, healing, courage, and renewed purpose. If you have been feeling tired, restless, stuck, or ready for

We have always loved Jesus Calling. Its daily readings have a way of meeting us exactly where we are, reminding us that we are loved, that we are never alone, and that we can trust Jesus with whatever we are carrying. Over the years, particular readings have spoken directly to our circumstances—a difficult decision, a season of uncertainty, a relationship needing grace, or a fear we couldn’t shake. Again and again, the message has felt like a gentle reminder from Jesus: Look

For much of modern history, scientists believed the adult brain was essentially fixed. The prevailing assumption was that once we reached adulthood, the structure and function of our brains were largely set. We could learn new information, gain new skills, and collect new experiences, but the brain itself was not expected to significantly change. If someone struggled with anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, sleep difficulties, or emotional regulation, the belief was often that

We find that many marriages don’t have dozens of problems. They have one or two problems that show up in dozens of different ways. One spouse feels unheard. The other feels criticized. One feels alone. The other feels like nothing they do is ever enough. Different topics emerge—money, parenting, intimacy, schedules, in-laws—but underneath the surface, the same emotional wounds keep getting touched. This is why many couples leave an argument feeling frustrated and confused. Th

The ancient wisdom of the Serenity Prayer offers a profoundly simple framework for healing: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,the courage to change the things I can,and the wisdom to know the difference. At first glance, it reads like a short prayer for peace. But when lived deeply, it becomes a way of ordering the soul. It calls us to humility, discernment, and surrender—three movements that mirror Jesus’ teaching in Gospel of Matthew when he sa

Most people come to counseling because something has broken open in their lives. A marriage is strained. Anxiety is overwhelming. A hidden addiction comes to the surfact and wreaks havoc in your life. Sometimes it is not even a crisis—just a quiet realization that something inside is not right. Life is working on the outside, but the the mental gymnastics are active and peace seems scarce.

Few struggles quietly drain a person like poor sleep. With technology like smartphones and social media like X, Instagram, and TikTok, we are under a constant barage of images and videos. This has the effect of slowly eroding clarity, patience, emotional regulation, and physical health. People often try the usual approaches—melatonin, sleep hygiene, meditation apps, or medication. Sometimes the brain itself has learned patterns of activation that make true rest difficult. Th

Our next Wild at Heart -Basic Training Intensive will begin the weekend of April 23. More about the intensive at our office, click here . Cost will be $189 to cover food. Below is more about the weekend: Why These Weekends Matter Many men do not realize how much of their interior life has been shaped by quiet experiences over the years. A father’s words. A coach’s disappointment. A betrayal that hardened the heart. A season where a man felt like he failed. Often these moment

Self-awareness is the doorway to emotional intelligence. Without it, emotional intelligence (EQ) becomes mere technique—a set of behaviors you try to manage. With self-awareness, EQ transforms into something profound and life-changing. Dallas Willard often spoke about the renovation of the heart. He emphasized that it’s not just about managing behavior; it’s about inner change. Jung would argue that until we make the unconscious conscious, it will direct our lives, and we wil

Understanding Neurofeedback Neurofeedback, also known as EEG biofeedback, is a non-invasive technique that trains the brain to function more efficiently. It uses real-time monitoring of brainwave activity through sensors placed on the scalp. The feedback is usually visual or auditory, helping individuals learn to regulate their brain patterns. The goal is to encourage healthier brainwave activity associated with improved focus, mood, and emotional regulation. Unlike medicatio

Bold Love: When Love Refuses to Be “Nice” and Chooses to Be True Dan Allender and Tremper Longman’s Bold Love is not a book for people who want love to feel comfortable. It is a book for people who want love to be real. From the opening pages, the authors dismantle one of the most damaging assumptions in modern relationships: that love is synonymous with being nice. In their telling, niceness is often the enemy of love. Niceness is what embodies many Christians live by when

Today, I want to revisit the topic of prayer and explore its profound meaning in our daily lives. We often receive questions about how to cultivate a prayer life, so I hope this resource serves you well whenever you need it. What Prayer Is: Aligning Ourselves with God and His Kingdom Prayer is not merely a ritual or a list of requests. At its heart, it is the soul’s alignment with the King and His Kingdom. When we pray to the God of the universe, we engage in a relationship w

This is our final installment in the Mental Health articles. Thank you for reading along with us! In almost every area of life—work,...

Understanding Unforgiveness This is our fourth article in the series on mental health. Today, we will explore a significant opportunity for growth and a barrier to closeness with God— forgiveness . Let’s begin by examining what unforgiveness looks like. Few things weigh on the mind and spirit like holding onto past grievances. Bitterness and resentment can occupy our thoughts, disrupt our sleep, and poison our relationships. Psychologists note that harboring unforgiveness inc

For this third part of our 5 part series on mental and spiritual health, let’s talk about rest! We live in a culture that celebrates...

Emotions are some of God’s most misunderstood gifts. For many, feelings seem like dangerous waters—either ignored as untrustworthy or...

Our world is loud! Not just in the obvious ways—traffic, phones buzzing, TVs always on—but in a deeper, relentless hum of information and...

A large shift is emerging among couples committed to living their lives as Christians. Premarital counseling is no longer an...

As the back-to-school season kicks into gear, many parents face familiar concerns. Struggles with focus, emotional regulation,...

Recovery groups use inventory as a crucial part of the healing journey — a process of looking honestly at our past and present to...