Faith, mental health, and everyday life.
The CMHI blog shares practical guidance, lived experience, event reflections, and thoughtful conversations for individuals, families, and faith communities.
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A Prayer for the Black Community
Read article →: A Prayer for the Black CommunityThis prayer is dedicated to the Black community – my Black brothers and sisters who are in need of healing from racial trauma. We often…
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Asian American Mental Health: Breaking the Barrier of Acceptability
Read article →: Asian American Mental Health: Breaking the Barrier of AcceptabilityThree commonly known barriers prevent more people from getting mental health treatment: lack of accessibility, lack of affordability, and lack of availability. These are similar…
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Phenomenal Healing: 4 Lessons from a Black Woman’s Mental Health Journey
Read article →: Phenomenal Healing: 4 Lessons from a Black Woman’s Mental Health Journey“I come as one but stand as 10,000.” – Maya Angelou Two years ago, my mental health changed drastically, and my mental health journey began.…
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Happy National Mentoring Month: Raising Awareness on the Importance of Mentorship
Read article →: Happy National Mentoring Month: Raising Awareness on the Importance of MentorshipWhat is a mentor? A mentor is a trusted advisor experienced in certain areas of interest to a mentee. Mentors have the fundamental resources and…
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The Terrors of Human Trafficking: A Christian Perspective to Restore Broken Souls
Read article →: The Terrors of Human Trafficking: A Christian Perspective to Restore Broken SoulsIntroduction The modern-day plague of Human Trafficking enslaves millions of men and women, leaving survivors with shattered lives and broken spirits. As followers of Christ,…
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January is Mental Health Wellness Month
Read article →: January is Mental Health Wellness MonthHappy New Year!!! What does the New Year mean to you? Often, we can think of Jan 1 as the day to begin a New…
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Nonprofit Recap for 2023: Christian Mental Health Initiative
Read article →: Nonprofit Recap for 2023: Christian Mental Health Initiative2023 was an amazing break-out year for the Christian Mental Health Initiative. As the year ends, we realize future growth can only take place with…
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Holiday Blues Advice: Conquering Christmas-Time Sadness
Read article →: Holiday Blues Advice: Conquering Christmas-Time SadnessLet the weak say I am strong by your confession ye overcome; Romans 10: 9-11. Our everyday lives are filled with cycles of different emotions.…
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My Experience as a Christian with Bipolar Disorder
Read article →: My Experience as a Christian with Bipolar DisorderWhen I was first diagnosed with bipolar disorder (during my first hospital stay), I truly believed that God had turned his back on me. I…
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This Giving Tuesday: Support CMHI!
Read article →: This Giving Tuesday: Support CMHI!As we approach “good ol’ turkey day,” we are spending more of our energy appreciating what we have, which spans many categories. We can be…
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Mental Health in the Church – Interview with a Pastor
Read article →: Mental Health in the Church – Interview with a PastorMental Health in the Church As the leader of the local church, a pastor’s understanding of mental health and wellness is important for the general…
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Overcoming Trauma and PTSD: Examples of Trauma in the Bible
Read article →: Overcoming Trauma and PTSD: Examples of Trauma in the BibleBiblical Trauma: The exit of the Hebrews from Egypt When I think about trauma biblically, the first thing that comes into mind is the book…