Back When Mental Illness Didn’t Exist
Episode Transcript: Hi, my name is Jared Carter. I’m not a therapist. I’m not a doctor. I’m not even able to fold towels the way my wife likes ‘em. I’m …
A Symptom, Not a Quirk
It’s a symptom not a quirk. At Bless This Brain we have something called a Recovery Cohort. It’s a 12-week program where people who are actively pursuing mental healthcare, regardless …
A Pastor’s Depression Story- Experiencing Freedom: Part 2 or 2
This article is taken from J17 Ministries newsletter from 4/9/2024. You can learn more about J17 Ministries and it’s founder David Drum by visiting their website. This is Part 2 …
The Gift of a Pastor’s Depression Story: Part 1 or 2
Bless This Brain has recently gotten the chance to partner with Pastor David Drum of J17 Ministries. In early April on Silent Saturday, Dave wrote about his mental health journey …
Tis the Season to Save Your Sanity
As a kid, I remember the day after Christmas being one of the saddest days of the year. The decorations, plentiful and still present, were like a slice of pizza …
Jesus Loves Us
I cannot tell you what tomorrow will look like. Whether you’ll find relief from the symptoms of a mental illness, or you’ll continue on in difficulty for the remainder of …
At the Start of a New Year
I’m great at making lofty lengthy commitments. Something about aiming for the moon and landing among the stars. I am, however, fickle. I tend to follow a pattern of blindly …
Thoughts on Seasons, Shame, and our Savior.
I wrote an article last month but never published it. I had so many ideas floating around in my head from our church’s recent sermons and a book I’d been …
Patricia Carter: My Mental Health Journey
Patricia shares the story of her experience living with mental health challenges.
Gabby Barton: The Start of My Mental Health Journey
Disclaimer: This is an incredibly honest and raw account of Gabby’s experience living with a mental health challenge. Some content, including descriptions of suicidal ideation, may not be suitable for …