Jordan Crossings Blog
Navigating the Waters of Faith & Mental Health
Different Personalities, Same Savior
Of all the personalities in my life, none are better, and none are worse. It just is. This is how God made us. We all complement and challenge each other in different ways, whether we are very alike or very different. There are none of us who are exactly the same. God did that on purpose.
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.
I Don’t Know the Difference Between my Biological and Adopted Kids
Many parents in the foster & adoptive community say, “I don’t know the difference between my biological and adopted kids.” This is a sweet sentiment, and I know where their heart is. They are trying to express that they love all their kids equally, and I know they genuinely do. This is the warm and fuzzy thing to say to convey that message. The truth is, they are very different.
When You Feel Like You Don’t Fit In
I don't know who needs to hear this, but it's okay if you feel like you don't fit in...
Like you have a lot of friends, but there's no one place where you belong.
Like you don't quite fit in with your mom friends because being a special needs mama is a unique path.
Like you don't quite fit in with the typical Christian crowd because you're a bit rough around the edges.
Like you don't quite fit in with your friends outside the church because you talk about Jesus "too much."
Staying Afloat While Drowning
I was watching my kids swim in the pool. The two boys were swimming very close to each other. I heard one of them yell, “Stop trying to take me under!” The other boy yelled back, “I’m not trying to take you under. I’m trying to stay above!” Being a person who works with struggling people regularly and having been a struggling person myself, I was struck with the metaphor.
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
