Category Archives: mental health

Who condemns you?

Posted on May 17, 2023 by Scott Linscott

One of my favorite stories in all of scripture tells of a woman who was dragged in front of Jesus, being used as bait to trick Jesus into a no-win situation. She had been caught in sin, clearly guilty, but … Continue reading →

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No bad parts?

Posted on April 26, 2023 by Scott Linscott

The body is a unit made up of many parts. The bible uses this truth to explain how followers of Christ should function together using the truth that the human body is made up of many parts as a given. … Continue reading →

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Rewriting my internal dialogue

Posted on April 20, 2023 by Scott Linscott

This week’s assignment feels weird. I haven’t been able to do it yet. I get started and then think, “this is stupid” and then I give up. I like to write encouragement cards and send texts to others saying stuff … Continue reading →

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How long will this take?

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Scott Linscott

I finished my brain book. I think it was helpful but the last section with the practical tips seemed a bit too simplistic. Maybe “simplistic” is the wrong word. I don’t know what the right word is. Perhaps the practical … Continue reading →

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Where are my memories?

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Scott Linscott

You want to know something weird? I have zero positive Easter memories from growing up. I only remember one Easter when I was 15 years old and it was very negative. I’m 60 years old and I think of it … Continue reading →

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Shaking off the dropped balls.

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Scott Linscott

I really could use some beta-endorphin and beta-lipotrophin from pedaling my bike today. The last I knew today’s forecast was for warmth and sun. Now it’s calling for rain and 48°. The endorphin thing is brain talk I’m learning from … Continue reading →

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Just getting started

Posted on April 1, 2023 by Scott Linscott

I knew, going into counseling, that I would encounter stuff that I consider way out in left field. I knew I’d hit things recommending ancient practices for self-regulation and I knew I’d come against things that fly in the face … Continue reading →

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Seeing a counselor?

Posted on March 25, 2023 by Scott Linscott

On Sunday, March 12, I stood up in front of the church family I love and said, “I can’t do this anymore. I can’t continue like I am.” For the next 30-40 minutes I opened myself up and let everyone … Continue reading →

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