Mental Health & Faith: A Closer Look will dig into topics such as mental illness, wellness tools, spiritual growth, and more. It is challenging to navigate mental and emotional issues, but you can persevere through Christ. Episodes are between 25-30 minutes and will be posted between 2-4 times per month. The format includes educational sessions, interviews with individuals with a variety of backgrounds, and Bible studies related to wellness and recovery. Caroline S. Cooper is a certified peer specialist in mental health with a Master's in Bible & Theology. She is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree. For more information, please visit her website, carolinescooper.com or contact her at caroline@carolinescooper.com. Please join this important conversation through comments, sharing episodes, and contacting Caroline to be a guest on the show. May God bless our journeys!
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Mental Health & Faith: A Closer Look will dig into topics such as mental illness, wellness tools, spiritual growth, and more. It is challenging to navigate mental and emotional issues, but you can persevere through Christ. Episodes are between 25-30 minutes and will be posted between 2-4 times per month. The format includes educational sessions, interviews with individuals with a variety of backgrounds, and Bible studies related to wellness and recovery. Caroline S. Cooper is a certified peer specialist in mental health with a Master's in Bible & Theology. She is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree. For more information, please visit her website, carolinescooper.com or contact her at caroline@carolinescooper.com. Please join this important conversation through comments, sharing episodes, and contacting Caroline to be a guest on the show. May God bless our journeys!
51. Heartache, Grief, and God with Judith Vander Wege
Mental Health & Faith: A Closer Look
1 year ago
51. Heartache, Grief, and God with Judith Vander Wege
Judith Vander Wege has been a Christian freelance writer for 44 years. On today's episode, she shares about the heartache she's endured over her life and how God has walked with her through the pain and grief. Judith shared insights about grief from her book, Annalisa's Journey through Grief. See the book on Amazon.
suggestions for Coping with Grief
What are the things that helped Annalisa cope with her grief?
1. It helped that a kind, concerned and respected friend was the one who brought her the news.
2. He let her cry without giving her platitudes, and acted sympathetic and patient.
3. It’s best not to say much while the griever is adjusting to the shock of the death.
4. Annalisa’s aunt was with her, who was also grieving. She said, “We’ll make it through.”
5. The one who brought the news (Pastor) prayed with them.
6. Annalisa’s dad was her aunt’s brother so they could support each other and understand.
7. They knew God is holy and righteous, and that he uses evil for good for those who love him.
8. It helped that neighbors and church friends were kind and helpful and sympathetic.
9. It helped Annalisa to reach out to Brenda (her bully) to try to help her and pray for her.
10.Favorite songs help.
11. Realizing other people have grief, also, helps.
12. It helps to have an older Christian loved one, who has gone through grief, remind of what God’s word says and help to understand about God and His love.
13. It helps to attend a Grief Support Group, especially if they are around the same age.
14. Realize that varied emotion are normal. It’s ok to cry, to express feelings of guilt, fears, etc.
Judith's Contact Information
https://judithvanderwege.com/
Email: judith.vw.4hm@gmail.com
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NEED HELP?
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
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Mental Health & Faith: A Closer Look will dig into topics such as mental illness, wellness tools, spiritual growth, and more. It is challenging to navigate mental and emotional issues, but you can persevere through Christ. Episodes are between 25-30 minutes and will be posted between 2-4 times per month. The format includes educational sessions, interviews with individuals with a variety of backgrounds, and Bible studies related to wellness and recovery. Caroline S. Cooper is a certified peer specialist in mental health with a Master's in Bible & Theology. She is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree. For more information, please visit her website, carolinescooper.com or contact her at caroline@carolinescooper.com. Please join this important conversation through comments, sharing episodes, and contacting Caroline to be a guest on the show. May God bless our journeys!
