When Life Feels Out of Control: Finding Peace in the Middle of Anxiety
We all experience anxiety at times, but what can we do about it?
Understanding anxiety and what is causing us to feel anxious is important to getting a handle on it. Anxiety is rooted in fear. A few examples include fear of current conditions, fear of the future, and fear of “what-if “scenarios. The question to ask yourself is, “What am I feeling anxious about?” Anxiety can be rooted in a desire to control a situation that seems out of control or something that is beyond our ability to control. Is it reasonable to expect yourself to control a situation that is not controllable? In other words, if something is not under your control, should you be anxious about it?
Making Space for Sadness: Why Feeling It Is Part of Healing
Sadness is one of the most misunderstood emotions we see in counseling—especially among Christians who deeply value hope, gratitude, and faith. Many people quietly believe that if they feel sad, they are failing spiritually or emotionally.
In reality, sadness is not a weakness—it is information.
Beyond the Tantrum: Understanding What Your Child Needs Most
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy says it’s helpful to think about tantrums this way: kids are born with all of the feelings and none of the skills to manage those feelings. Kids have tantrums when they have big feelings without the skills to handle those feelings. We call the management of feelings, emotion regulation skills, and it’s our job as parents and caregivers to teach kids the skills to handle their feelings.
Making Peace with Stress: Tools to Help You Breathe Easier
Stress is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to overwhelm you. Learn how to work with stress using five practical, evidence-based tools—from body-based techniques to gratitude practices—that can help you feel more grounded, capable, and at peace.
The Four Habits That Can Ruin a Relationship—and What to Do Instead
Every couple argues—but it’s not the disagreement that breaks a relationship, it’s how we handle it. Learn the four toxic communication patterns that predict breakups, and how to replace them with healthier, loving habits.
Summer with Purpose: Finding Balance and Building Emotional Strength in Kids
Summer is more than a break from school—it's a powerful chance to nurture your child’s emotional health. Learn how to strike a balance between fun, rest, and growth, and use the slower pace to help your child build resilience, self-awareness, and lasting confidence.
I Feel Anxious--- And I Don’t Know Why
If you scored a few 1s, 2s, or 3s, it’s something to take note of. If you see a pattern or feel like your anxiety is disrupting your daily life, working with a therapist can help bring clarity and relief. At Light the Way, we apply resources and expert knowledge from places like Amen Clinics to understand how anxiety affects both your mind and body. A region in the brain often linked to anxiety is the Basal Ganglia—this area can become overactive when you're feeling worried, tense, or fearing the worst. While you don’t need to be a brain expert, it’s helpful to know there are natural, science-backed methods to calm this part of your brain.