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Helpful or Harmful?
Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety Megan Wilczek Mental Health, Depression, Anxiety Megan Wilczek

Helpful or Harmful?

The other day I went for my first run in a really long time. First, I stretched. Since my body has mostly been sitting at a desk, hiding inside all winter, it was uncomfortable even to stretch. Then, while I was running, I could tell my lungs weren't used to working so hard anymore. I could feel the burn in my chest as they expanded. I ran far enough and fast enough to push myself without hurting myself.

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How to Change Your Eating Habits While Struggling with Mental Health

How to Change Your Eating Habits While Struggling with Mental Health

I think by now most of us know that how we eat is connected to our health…both physical and mental. BUT have you ever tried drastically changing the way you eat when you’re physically and mentally exhausted, stressed, anxious, and living in survival mode? It’s not easy! When you’re trying to make big life changes to improve your mental health while you’re struggling, it’s like there’s a disconnect between your knowledge and your willpower. You know what you have to do, and you WANT to do it. However, life circumstances make it hard.

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Now Seeking Guest Blog Posts!

Are you a writer? Do you have a story to tell? I am currently looking for guest blog posts about personal experiences with mental health and recovery from a Christian perspective. Whether you have a message or a testimony to share, I’d like to hear it! Fill out the form below or contact Megan for more details: meganjean@jordancrossings.org