Why your Church
should talk about
Mental Health
‘That’s great, but what do I do on Monday?’
Having been a Christian for decades, I have attended countless conferences, services and events. Many times I would leave events having been given loads of great spiritual instruction, with this question in my head. ‘That’s great, but given that I am dealing with real personal and tangible crises, what do I do on Monday?’
How do we met the needs of our people in a practical and pragmatic way, while still acknowledging the incredible role our faith plays in our everyday lives? To this end, I have always sought to use the platform I have been given to spread a message of hope, wholeness and encouragement to live well with the brain and the body God has given us.
When I was diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety as a Christian, I did a deep dive into the practices that would help me to manage and deal with my own mental health, and then did what every speaker, teacher or preacher tends to do.
I started talking about it to my audiences. And the feedback with phenomenal.
““What a funny, genuine lady with a message that needs to be talked about in and out of church!””
“Thanks Julia for your practical, no nonsense sessions. Loved how you wove your speaking, songs and life story together.”
“I felt so peaceful and calm tonight for the first time in a while.”
Church Topics (tailored to your group)
Part A: BE KIND TO YOUR MIND Psalm 94 v 17-18
Scripture & Science: What they BOTH say about the need to care for our amazing brains - without judgement!
Grab-Able Words: Better Mental Health language for better conversations
Jelly Buddies: Learn why it's vital to prepare in advance for the tough days and how to make a care plan
One Degree of Change: Take a Wellbeing WOF and make a sustainable self-care plan starting today!
Part B: GRATITUDE 1 Thess 5 v 18
Scripture & Science: Where they meet and agree on the topic of Gratitude and how you can too!
Happiness Hacks: How to use Neuroscience to make gratitude a lifelong practice for you and the family
Sticky Words: Dealing Positively with Negative feedback
Firelighter or Firefighter: How to be a great friend to yourself and others when things are Wobbly
Part C: REST AND RECOVER Matthew 6 v 30 - 32
Scripture & Science: What they BOTH say about the need to include rest and recovery in our everyday life
Happy Habits: Neuroscience-based tools to improve your sleep and rest practices so you can help others!
Beautiful Boredom: Practical ways to carve out time to allow our brains to recover.