*** UPDATE to add YouTube link if preferred to watch video HERE: https://youtu.be/J6JADGqrnD8
[Introduction]: Welcome to the new series from Grace in Love, inc. where we are highlighting Christian counselors that are making a real difference in the lives of others. The bible says that Christ is our Wonderful Counselor. And how amazing that He is still working through people today. We'll talk with mental health counselors and talk about how their faith helps them to inspire and help others.
Ellen Reimer - Inspired Counselling & Coaching https://www.inspiredcounselling.ca/
"Live fearlessly with purpose. Discover the greatness that lies within you through healing conversations, courage, & transformation.... I have a desire to see others live with purpose and zeal. I want everyone to be confident in knowing who they are designed to be." -Ellen Reimer (Counselor & Life Coach)
Wow, Ellen is the REAL DEAL you guys! In just one conversation with her, I personally gained intense clarity and insight and had an important "Aha!" moment in my own personal journey of mental health and healing. That is what we talk about when we say there is real POWER in partnering with God to help others.
You're not going to want to miss this conversation. It's so very important that we all start to talk more about mental health and these battles we face. And it's so very important that we all start to support each other. You are not alone!!!
Please listen to Ellen's incredible story of turning pain into purpose and how she is now using her own experience and lessons learned to help others [The book she mentions in her story is: Captivating by John & Stasi Eldredge].
We talk about our own struggles with anxiety and depression and what has helped us find healing and identity. Let's start normalizing these conversations you guys! #EndTheStigma
PRACTICAL EXERCISES TO SHIFT YOUR MINDSET (At the 13:30 mark in the video we jump into action steps you can take today to start building healthier mindsets):
Do "Grounding" Exercises to Help Alleviate Anxiety (as Ellen describes).
Remember to BREATHE (The song called "Breathe" mentioned is actually by Jonny Diaz. Check out the music video HERE).
Put on videos of positive, encouraging speakers on You Tube in the morning while you are getting ready for the day. For anyone that is really struggling with trying to hold onto hope, please go watch the video "Your Life Isn't Over" by Trent Shelton. Check it out HERE.
For anyone struggling to "like" themselves: Jump to the 19:28 mark in the video where Ellen talks about the roles that Curiosity & Compassion play in helping with this. Celebrate your victories!!!
For anyone struggling with identity or self-esteem: Get rooted in your firm identity in Christ. Pick up your Bible (or go on You Tube or a Bible app on your phone) and search for verses on God's love for us and our identity in Christ. HERE is one great video on You Tube to watch about God's love for us. HERE is one great video to watch (Better Together TV) about our identity in Christ. "For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God." -Ephesians 3: 14-19
Connect with God through PRAYER.
Create a daily practice of JOURNALING to focus on developing a heart of gratitude. [The Hollis Co. has "Start Today" journals available if you would like to check them out HERE]
Find your TRIBE!!! Get a support system in place of people that can pour into you with positive encouragement. Here are some ideas to start: 1) We would love to pray for you. Please reach out by sending your prayer requests via the CONNECT tab at the bottom of our website (graceinlove.org) 2) Check out the "HOPE"/Mental Health Resources available on the HOPE page of our website HERE: (graceinlove.org/hope) 3) Check out the Inspired Counselling website (https://www.inspiredcounselling.ca/) 4) Check out the "FAITH"/resources available on the FAITH page of our website HERE: https://www.graceinlove.org/faithresources
Not included in the recording, Ellen and I also chatted about how we enjoy getting outdoors into nature and going for walks, etc. Also remember the importance of staying physically active as well. Our physical and mental health are connected!
It also really helps me personally to listen to Christian music and to worship!
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things." - Philippians 4:8
Always remember, God is in the business of making BEAUTY from ashes. When He helps us fight our battles, we fight from a place of VICTORY. He makes a way when we cannot see a way. And He will often send the right people along our path to help us. Reach out for support. We all need each other.
Thank you so much to Ellen Reimer for doing this interview with us and to all of the amazing counselors out there!!!
(Update to add): If anyone else would like to chat please reach out! GraceInLoveMinistries@Gmail.com
We will also be doing an upcoming series called "MAKE AN IMPACT" as well so stay tuned for that also :-)
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