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A New Year, a Stronger Faith: Resolutions with Purpose

by John Thurman | December 28, 2024 | Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living | 1 Comment

A New Year, a Stronger Faith: Resolutions with Purpose is my challenge to look at your annual New Year's resolutions in a new and fresh way. As we approach the New Year, people worldwide will take a moment to reflect on the past year. It is a time for celebration,...

Rejoice! How to Embrace Joy this 3rd Week of Advent

by John Thurman | December 17, 2024 | Christmas Hope, Christmas Stress, Christrmas Joy, Resilient Living | 4 Comments

Advent wreath with three candles lit for the third week of advent in a dark room with copy space Rejoice: How to Embrace Joy This Advent Embracing Joy: Preparing for Christmas “That night, shepherds were staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep....

Becoming a Man of Peace: The Second Sunday of Advent

by John Thurman | December 6, 2024 | Christmas Hope, Christmas Stress, Resilient Living | 0 Comments

Becoming a Man of Peace: The Second Sunday of Advent The Second Sunday of Advent: Embracing Peacemaking as a Man of God Advent is when we look forward to celebrating the birth of Jesus. It's a chance to think about what His arrival means and the wonderful gifts He...

Embracing Hope: The First Step of the Advent

by John Thurman | December 2, 2024 | Christmas, Christmas Stress, Christmas Traditions, Holiday Stress, Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living | 2 Comments

Embracing Hope: The First Step of the Advent. The Candle of Hope. Embracing Hope: The First Step of the Advent The First Sunday of Advent: Lighting the Candle of Hope As we poured our morning coffee, my wife and I lit the first candle on our advent wreath. We read a...

9 Ways Gratitude Can Transform Your Thanksgiving

by John Thurman | November 19, 2024 | Gratitude, Resilient Living, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Stress | 1 Comment

9 Ways Gratitude Can Transform Your Thanksgiving! by John Thurman, M.DIv., M.A. As we approach Thanksgiving, a time traditionally filled with warmth, family, and reflection, it's the perfect opportunity to harness the incredible power of gratitude. By intentionally...

Revitalize Your Marriage: 9 Myths You Need to Debunk Now! Part 3

by John Thurman | October 30, 2024 | Christian Marriage, lower marriage stress, Marital Intimacy, Marriage, Marriage Enrichment, Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living | 0 Comments

By: John Thurman, M.Div. M.A., LCMHC Welcome to Revitalize Your Marriage Pt 3! Excellent work making it this far! In this final segment, we will debunk the last three myths that might still hang around the kitchen table. We'll tackle the myth that great relationships...

Revitalize Your Marriage: 9 Myths You Need to Debunk Now! Part 2

by John Thurman | October 30, 2024 | Christian Marriage, Marriage, Marriage Enrichment, Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living, Resilient Marriages | 0 Comments

Revitalize Your Marriage Thanks for continuing as we learn to Revitalize Your Marriage. Today, we will dive into Part Two of this three-part series and attempt to remove the mystery of these myths that can sometimes trip up even the most solid relationships. We can...

Marriage Makeover: Six Exciting Ways to Energize Your Marriage.

by John Thurman | October 29, 2024 | Marriage Enrichment, Marriage Stress, Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living | 0 Comments

What's Your Relationship Status? Need a Makeover? What would you say if you had to sum up your relationship briefly? "Less-than-stellar"? "Hot mess alert"? If so, don't panic! I've got some wallet-friendly tips that'll help you strengthen that love connection. As you...

Revitalize Your Marriage: 9 Myths You Need to Debunk Now! Part 1

by John Thurman | October 21, 2024 | Marriage, Marriage Enrichment, Resilient Faith-Based Living, Resilient Living, Resilient Marriages | 0 Comments

Revitalize Your Marriage: 9 Myths You Need to Debunk Now! By: John Thurman M.DIv., M.A., LCMHC How's your marriage today? Is it sizzling hot, lukewarm enough to brew iced coffee, or so cold you need a space heater to survive? Today, I will help you make your marriage...

Inside Out of Fear of the Phone

Freedom from fear, Resilient Faith-Based Living

Telephonaphobia? Do you Fear the 200 Pound Telephone? Cellaphonaphobia Inside Out of Fear Part # 2 Have you ever had Telephonaphobia or Cellaphonaphobia? Did you know that there is a huge list of phobias on the web here is a Wiki link. When I read this, I remembered a...

Inside and Out of Fear #1

Freedom from fear, Overcome Fear, Resilient Faith-Based Living

The Fear Factor Part #1The “Inside Out” of Fear By John ThurmanIf you have not seen Inside Out, by all means add it to you “must do” list this summer. In part, it is a great story that gives a delightful interpretation of how out thought life and memories...

CATS can Relieve Stress

Resilient Faith-Based Living, Stress Management

For a number of years, I have been teaching “Get a Grip in Stress, Anxiety and Worry ” in churches, communities and for businesses and corporations. I am now wrapping up a book by the same name. Over the next several weeks, I will be posting tidbits of helpful...

Reduce Fear, Stress, Anxiety and Worry

Anxiety, Stress Management

The Impact of Stress, Anxiety, Fear and Worry affect more American adults than any other Mental Health issue. Over the next several weeks I will be sharing some helpful and dynamic tips that you can use to manage stress, anxiety, worry and fear more effectively. Here...

Shades of Grey-Shades of Love: Part 4, Cultivating Romance

Biblical Intimacy, Intimacy, Resilient Marriages, Valentine's Day

Shades of Love 4: Lovers Cultivate Romance By John Thurman Sex Begins in the Kitchen is a fun and informative book that my friend Dr Kevin Leman wrote several years ago. His second book on marital intimacy is called Sheet Music. Both of which are still in print. I...

Shades of Grey Shades of Love – Five Types of Intimacy

Biblical Intimacy, Intimacy, Resilient Marriages

(c) 2015 John Thurman Jenny & Hugh Shades of Love # 3 By John Thurman What is intimacy? One definition of intimacy is that it is an act or a familiar expression serving as a token of familiarity, affection, and love. I believe as a culture we have lost some of the...

Shades of Grey – Shades of Love Part 2

Biblical Intimacy, Intimacy, Marital Intimacy, Resilient Marriages

(C) 2012 John Thurman Shades of Grey-Shades of Love Part 2 John Thurman “It is a luxury to be understood.” Ralph Waldo Emerson Building a relationship and being married is a team sport; you either win together or lose together. One...

Manage Your Mind and Boost Your Self-Esteem

Mindfulness, Resilient Faith-Based Living

By John ThurmanI hope you are using the tips I have been sharing on how to manage you mind and boost your self-esteem. Here is a quick review: Tip # 1 – Supervise your self-talk. Right now, whether you realize it or not, you are having a running conversation with...

Manage Your Mind and Boost Your Self Esteem Part #2

Mindfulness, Resilient Faith-Based Living

Did you know that you have the power to control your thoughts, alter the path you are currently on and delete or reduce your limitations? Do you hit replay every time you have a regret, make a mistake or take the wrong step? If you do, here are some proven tips you...

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John Thurman M.Div., M.A. CMHC

John is a dedicated Counselor, Author, and Speaker who embraces a faith-friendly and practical approach. By blending Positive Psychology with the timeless wisdom of Scripture, he empowers you to achieve your goals. Specializing in Men’s Issues, Anxiety, Depression, and Couples, John is here to guide you on your journey to personal growth and fulfillment.

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