All Health and wellbeing articles
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ArticleWhy do women continue to shoulder the burden?
Anna Rees Green looks at the ‘invisible load’ carried by so many women and asks why the Church hasn’t found a better way
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ArticleRethinking menopause in ministry
Some aspects of Church life can be tricky to navigate during midlife. Dr Becky Howie suggests how women can be better supported
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OpinionStepping out in faith and taking August off as a freelancer changed everything
Writer Alex Noel reflects on the transformative power of rest after taking a month-long sabbatical in August. What began as a counterintuitive decision to step back from work became a season of renewal, where slowing down opened space for both restoration and spiritual insight.
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ArticleSwipe smart
Dr Becky Howie demonstrates how to navigate the health risks and rewards of social media
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OpinionI am a Christian woman, and this is how I am cutting ultra-processed foods (UPFs) out of my diet
Tanya Stead, chef, nutritionist, reflects on how her faith is shaping her decision to cut ultra-processed foods from her diet. Drawing on years in food production and a lifelong walk with God, she shares practical steps, biblical wisdom, and why stewarding our health honours the Creator.
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ArticleWatch out for stress signals
Dr Becky Howie explains why modern life keeps you on edge and suggests strategies to help you reclaim peace
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OpinionThe curse of perfectionism - what does it look like and how can we be free?
Katherine O’Neill explores the exhausting illusion of perfection in today’s filtered, fast-paced world, her invitation to let go of pressure and pursue love over performance feels especially timely, reminding us that we are most ‘perfect’ when we reflect God’s love, not the world’s ideals.
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OpinionFrom teddy bears to the true comforter: Why childlike faith still has a place in grown-up life
Jenny Sanders explores the surprising rise in adults turning to soft toys for emotional comfort in a stressful world. While these “cuddlies” may offer sensory grounding and nostalgic security, she gently reminds us that Jesus-followers always have access to the true, ever-present Comforter - the Holy Spirit.
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OpinionThe female form and God’s glory: A new chapter in sports science
Michelle Tant explores the exciting breakthroughs in female-focused sports science and what they mean beyond the world of elite athletes. She reflects on how research is finally moving beyond treating women as ‘mini men’ revealing not only the unique design of the female body but also the glory of God in his creation.
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Opinion‘I suffered from anxiety for years, until God taught me how to get freedom in my forties’
Katie Gauden shares how biblical truth and coaching tools helped her overcome lifelong anxiety. Her story offers a practical, hope-filled path to peace and purpose in Christ.
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OpinionCan intermittent fasting be spiritual too?
Jemimah Wright explores the rise of intermittent fasting as a wellness trend and asks what happens when a deeply spiritual practice becomes mainstream.
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ArticleAn encouragement to prioritise rest
Rev Katherine Chow looks at why we can find it hard to stop, and what we can learn from Jesus about getting the balance between doing and resting
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ArticleIt’s time to get moving
Dr Becky Howie explains why physical activity is so vital for your overall wellbeing – regardless of age
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OpinionMy thoughts as a Christian woman on Ulrika Jonsson’s bold rebuttal to ageism
Jemimah Wright reflects on Ulrika Jonsson’s powerful response to negative comments on her appearance.
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OpinionJesus and health anxiety
Sophie Dianne shares her journey of living with a vestibular nervous system disorder and the surprising ways God has met her in her battles for healing.
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OpinionAre weight loss jabs a threat to our bodies as temples of the Holy Spirit?
#DumpTheScales founder Hope Virgo raises urgent concerns about the dangerous intersection of eating disorders and the NHS’s promotion of weight-loss injections. Reflecting on both personal experience and troubling public health trends, she questions the ethics and consequences of prescribing quick-fix medications in a society already struggling with body image and disordered eating.
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Opinion7 ways to combat overwhelm
Jenny Sanders offers practical and spiritual wisdom for navigating anxiety and emotional overload in turbulent times.
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OpinionNot all Christians are emotionally healthy
Lucy Macdonald explores why emotional health is vital to spiritual maturity and why following Jesus doesn’t automatically heal our inner wounds.
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ArticleGreen spaces can boost your mental and physical health
Dr Becky Howie reveals why it’s so important for us to be connected to nature
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ArticleWomenswear designer Karen Millen has shamed mothers who breastfeed beyond six months
As a midwife, Michelle Tant was appalled at the response to a viral video of a woman breastfeeding her toddler and points to Bible references giving credence to its benefits
