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How to Rewire Your Brain with Spiritual Practices!

by John Thurman | Feb 22, 2026 | Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living

Rewire Your Brain with Spiritual Practices by John Thurman, M.Div., M.A., LCMHC Velcro for bad, Teflon for good — what that rewiring really means In this article, you will learn how to rewire your brain. Your brain’s job is to keep you safe. For thousands of...
Why 80% of Christians Fail at Habit Change

Why 80% of Christians Fail at Habit Change

by John Thurman | Dec 28, 2025 | New Year's Resolutions, Resilient Living

Why 80% of Christians Fail at Habit Change: Tips for 2026 New Year’s Resolutions Introduction Credit Where Credit is Due First, let’s tip our hats to the wisdom of James Clear, author of the wildly popular Atomic Habits, and Jon Acuff, whose book Finish...
4 Ways to Protect Your Marriage During the Holiday Rush

4 Ways to Protect Your Marriage During the Holiday Rush

by John Thurman | Dec 10, 2025 | Christmas Stress, Marriage Stress, Resilient Living

The holidays can strain even strong marriages. Here are four ways to protect your relationship and stay connected during the busiest season of the year. Holidays often look merry on the outside but can hide stress, high expectations, and tiredness. Small...
How to Avoid 4 Holiday Pitfalls

How to Avoid 4 Holiday Pitfalls

by John Thurman | Dec 10, 2025 | Christmas Stress, Holiday Stress, Marriage Stress, Resilient Living

How to Avoid 4 Holiday Pitfalls Can you believe it? Christmas is almost here. Tree lots are bustling, lights sparkle brightly, and kids’ lists grow longer. In just a few days, millions of us will go home, embrace tradition, family, and that elusive holiday...

Finding Peace: 3 Mindfulness Tips for Advent

by John Thurman | Dec 2, 2025 | Advent, Finding peace, Resilient Living

Finding Peace in the Season: Practicing Mindfulness During Advent By: John Thurman M.Div., M.A. LPCC Let’s be honest: for many of us, Advent can feel like trying to find stillness in the middle of your local Christmas parade. As we move into this Advent Season,...
Thanksgiving – How to Develop a Gratitude Mindset

Thanksgiving – How to Develop a Gratitude Mindset

by John Thurman | Nov 23, 2025 | Resilient Living

Thanksgiving: How to Develop a Gratitude Mindset Are you aware that one of the most inexpensive and easy ways to improve your emotional, physical, and mental health is to develop a Gratitude Mindset? It may seem old-fashioned, but it’s true. G.K. Chesterton, a famous...
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