Do you find it difficult to relax? Have you ever been told you were a "type A individual?" What does that mean? What can we do to slow the pace of life down? This article briefly describes some of the characteristics of type A individuals, but more importantly focuses on a simple but not easy technique to regain a quality life despite having type A traits.

Often we take better care of our cars than our bodies. When you think you are too busy to relax that's the time you need to slow down and care for yourself the most. A little pause in your day can go a long way towards restoration and healing. Check out this article for some practical tips.

This Biblically based article looks at four basic points of care for those who are grieving a loss.

There is a difference between pain and suffering. It is possible to have pain and not suffer. We can begin to take the suffering out of pain by managing the multi-system affects of pain on someone's life. This article also includes some conisderations for helping professionals and lay individuals (such as pastors) who work with people who have chronic pain.

This Biblically based article addresses how the emotion of shame affects one's physical pain experience. People with shame based identities often: 1) believe they should be punished, 2) do not respect personal limits 3) devalue self, and 4) believe self to be different or flawed. Each of these beliefs lead to behaviors that decrease their physical health.

Obesity is now an epidemic with over 50% of Americans overweight. Obesity affects us physically, emotionally, relationally, and even spiritually. This article briefly pursues the reasons why people compulsively overeat and offers considerations when making healthy choices.

Fear activates hundreds of physical and chemical stress reactions in our bodies. Hormones are released to prepare our bodies to fight or flee. This is protective in times of crisis but can be harmful if our bodies remain in an alarmed state and experience chronic stress. We can learn practical stress management strategies to rid our bodies of the build up of these chemicals and to manage our stress more effectively.