NatashaElizabethpatty

  Introduction Many Christians believe that burnout, depression, or anxiety happen because of personal sin or lack of faith . In many faith communities, there’s often pressure to always appear strong and joyful , which makes people hide their true feelings. But God's Word calls us to bring all our struggles to Him — including negative thoughts and emotional wounds. In my previous article, I discussed the role of spiritual leaders in mental health support . Now, let’s explore another powerful tool God has already given us: Prayer is important, but sometimes prayer alone is not enough . God provides many tools for healing, such as positive affirmations through His Word , therapy, and supportive communities. What Are Positive Affirmations? Positive affirmations are not just motivational quotes — they are statements of faith based on biblical truth. Psychological perspective : Positive affirmations work like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , which helps replace negative,...

 Selamat datang kembali di konten analisis beat sheet novel ! Bagi kamu yang baru mampir, beat sheet adalah metode analisis alur cerita yang diambil dari buku Save the Cat! Writes a Novel karya Jessica Brody . Metode ini membagi cerita menjadi 15 beat penting yang membentuk struktur naratif sebuah novel. Kali ini, kita akan membedah novel dewasa bergenre buddy love berjudul Traveler’s Tale , karya Ahditya Mulya , Ninit Yunita , Alan Setya , dan Imam Hidajat . Novel ini bahkan sudah diadaptasi menjadi film dengan judul Belok Kanan Barcelona . Yuk, simak analisis lengkap beat sheet Traveler’s Tale berikut ini! 1. Opening Image (Gambaran Pembuka) Novel diawali dengan sebuah email dari Francis , sahabat yang akan menikah. Email ini membuat ketiga sahabatnya—Farah, Jusuf, dan Retno—sibuk menyiapkan perjalanan ke Barcelona. Namun, bukan semata-mata demi Francis, melainkan demi tujuan dan kepentingan mereka masing-masing . Kata kunci SEO: Traveler’s Tale review, analisis Trav...

  Many people turn to spiritual leaders first when struggling with mental health challenges. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) , one in four adults with mental disorders initially seek support through their place of worship . This percentage is even higher in deeply religious regions like Asia and Africa where stigma around therapy and psychiatry remains prevalent. In countries such as Indonesia , visiting a psychologist or psychiatrist is still often viewed negatively, making faith leaders a trusted first point of contact . Why People Turn to Spiritual Leaders First Cultural trust: Spiritual leaders are often seen as safe, trusted figures in times of crisis. Accessibility: Religious communities are more accessible and affordable than professional care in many regions. Stigma against therapy: Seeking psychiatric help is still perceived as shameful in some cultures. Data Insight: Around 25% of U.S. adults with mental illness seek ...