Empathy is one of the most fundamental aspects of human connection. It allows us to see, hear, and feel with another person, bridging the gap between isolation and understanding. The word “empathy” originates from the Greek ἐμπάθεια (empatheia), meaning “in feeling”, and the German Einfühlung, meaning “feeling into”. These roots reflect the depth of emotional […]
A Revolution in Psychology Humanistic psychology revolutionized therapy by shifting the focus from pathology to potential. The ideas of Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers introduced a more optimistic view of human nature, challenging the dominant psychological schools of the time. The Psychological Landscape Before Humanism By the 1950s, psychology was divided between two opposing schools: […]
“But don’t begin until you count the cost.” Luke 14:28a (NLT) Sometimes, I wonder whether anyone truly shoulders the full weight of existence. Perhaps we cope by turning away. We ignore the abyss. We dodge responsibility. We silence the voice that echoes in our souls. 🔹 Christians often adopt an idealized, ready-made solution—rarely grappling with […]
Jesus walking on water is one of the most recognized images in the world. It has been preached, analyzed, and written about by countless teachers, pastors, and theologians. Yet, when we explore this story through depth psychology, archetypal patterns, and the myths woven into human experience, its depths reveal even more. I’m not here to […]
Some Bible verses settle easily in the mind—simple, clear, easy to grasp. Psalm 42:5–7 is not one of those verses. Instead, it demands contemplation rather than offering quick conclusions. It stirs something within, as if speaking from a deeper place—calling us to listen. Prayer is the burden of a sigh, The falling of a tear, […]
“Happy are those who mourn…” (Matthew 5:4) How can this be? For a long time, this verse left me unsettled. Grief is sorrow, loss, and vulnerability—the feeling of being utterly helpless in the face of something that can never return. How, then, could grief—the very thing that shatters and consumes—ever be a source of happiness? […]
Confronting and “eating” your shadow, while grounding yourself in Christian ideals, may seem contrary in every sense. This is because most Christian teachings focus on rejecting evil and sinful desires rather than integrating them. Yet, there is a deeper way of understanding how shadow work and Christian transformation can fit together. Christian Ethics and […]
Humanity has always been drawn to lofty visions—noble ideals that beckon us towards unity, purity, progress, and transcendence. These aspirations can indeed spark profound growth, creativity, and a yearning for the divine. Yet, history, Scripture, and psychology remind us that the brighter the ideal, the darker the shadow it can cast. When we pursue ideals […]
The Bible presents a profound paradox within life: the tension between the finite and the infinite, the eternal and the present moment, the Forever Mindset and the Here and Now Mindset. On one hand, scripture urges us to live with eternity in view, shaping our lives around ultimate truths and lasting significance. On the other, […]
Judging—it’s something most of us do so often we barely notice it. We pass opinions, critique others, and form conclusions about people, situations, and even ourselves. It often feels harmless—maybe even necessary. But beneath the surface, it’s loaded with consequences that ripple through our lives in ways we rarely stop to examine. In its original […]
