All Wellbeing articles
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ArticleWhy do we struggle to face the reality of self-harm?
A high percentage of young women in our churches, families and social circles are struggling with harming themselves, and they need support, not judgement, says high school teacher-librarian Rachel Allcock
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ArticleWhat to expect when you’re expecting (your period)
As Christian women, we recognise our superior makeup from our creator, but that doesn’t mean we don’t struggle to figure out how it all works! With help from Dr Becky Howie, a Christian GP, this section is a space to have some health – and women’s health, specifically – demystified, so that we can better understand and appreciate the bodies we inhabit
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OpinionTaking a 6-month sabbatical completely changed my life
Philippa Strachan reflects on how stepping away from a high-pressure career led her to rediscover rest, faith, and purpose. Her six-month sabbatical in 2024 became a turning point that transformed not only her work life but her understanding of what it means to live from peace rather than pressure.
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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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ArticleSwipe smart
Dr Becky Howie demonstrates how to navigate the health risks and rewards of social media
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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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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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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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ArticleTo fast or not to fast
With the growing popularity of fasting, Dr Becky Howie explains the most popular approaches and weighs up the benefits and risks
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ArticleTime to stop mourning the person you used to be
Dr Becky Howie recognises that there is a natural tendency to compare ourselves to what we were like when younger. Here she provides some strategies from positive psychology, which reflect biblical wisdom, to help combat comparison culture and maintain a healthy mindset
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ArticleKeep your body in balance so you don’t dread the winter months
As this time of year can be particularly challenging, Dr Becky Howie has some tips on how to regulate your circadian rhythm and boost your overall wellbeing
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ArticleDiets are overrated - here is what the Bible says about food and nutrition...
In our new women’s health column, Dr Becky Howie shines a spotlight on diet culture, and emphasises the importance, instead, of food choice and nutrition based on the wisdom found in both science and scripture
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ArticlePlease, don’t stay silent
Jo Ibbott lifts the lid on the historical cultural attitude to women in midlife, including perimenopause and menopause
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ArticleMenopause - a whole-body experience
Mid-life specialist Jo Ibbott explains how the brain is affected during menopause
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ArticleScience catching up with the Bible
From the vagus nerve, to alpha brainwaves and confirmation bias, pastor and psychotherapist Jo Hargreaves explains the intersection of science with the word of God
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ArticleIs therapy okay for Christians?
Recognising we all have times when we benefit from extra support, therapist Monique Thomas believes we should not dismiss considering professional help
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ArticleWe need to start talking about young-onset dementia
Janet Wyatt is the director of JW Care Group, one of the only care providers in the country specialising in young-onset dementia. She shares her story with us and the wisdom she’s gleaned through over 30 years devoted to dementia sufferers
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ArticleUtilising yoga during Lent
In this edited extract from Church of Scotland minister Pauline Steenbergen’s book How to Embody Lent in 29 Yoga Postures she explains how she came to practise yoga, why she teaches it now and introduces some of the poses
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ArticleRemembering we are ‘fearfully and wonderfully made’
In our new column on the menopause, Bukky Ayoade looks at how prayer and meditation can help women tackle symptoms
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ArticleUnderstanding the menopause
As she personally juggles perimenopause with work, family life and church leadership, Claire Musters reports on a conference organised by the Kyria Network to help women understand what still - despite the media coverage it has been given in recent years - appears to be a taboo subject
