Five Keys To Dealing With Depression

Loss of interest. Drastic changes in appetite. Deep sadness. Feeling constantly tired. Thoughts of death or suicide. The symptoms and signs of depression vary over a wide range and affect every part of our lives, so why shouldn't our treatment be just as complete? Five Keys to Depression focuses on the whole-person for whole healing with practical tips, valuable biblical insight, and shame-free help. Effective Depression Help with the Whole-Person Approach People are not one-dimensional and neither should be the help given to them. A whole-person is made up of five key aspects and this book makes it easy-to-understand to see how depression affects each area—and how to get healthy in each of these areas— Emotional Intellectual Relational Physical Spiritual Featuring helpful checklists and research in an easy-to-read format, Jantz's Five Keys to Dealing with Depression doesn't just manage symptoms. It equips you with the tools and God’s truth to care for the whole person. There are thousands of books on depression. But oftentimes they give very general recommendations that don't apply to everyone and ignore the spiritual aspects of a person. Imagine having a book that pulls from Scripture and science that speaks to the whole person, showing them how to be restored emotionally, intellectually, relationally, physically, and spiritually. See Key Information about Overcoming Depression at a Glance Spot Signs of Depression and Find Whole Healing How do I know if I'm depressed? Dr. Gregory Jantz gives you practical ways to recognize the signs of depression. Learn the characteristics of depression and what to do if you are suffering from depression. Full lists for warning signs of depression and signs of clinical depression are included in the book. Here are just a few— A loss of interest in established activities Feeling constantly exhausted Feelings of hopelessness or isolation Significant change in appetite (weight loss or gain) Thoughts of suicide or death Deep sadness or anxiety

Have you ever wondered, Whats wrong with me? Found yourself overwhelmed by the demands of this life? Everyone has an occasional off day. But what if those off days become your EVERY day? In this book, Dr. Gregory Jantz gives you Five Keys for Dealing with Depression. These keys unlock the mystery of dealing with depression in helpful, scripturally based ways. Learn the characteristics of depression and what to do if you are, indeed, suffering from depression. Even pain has a purpose in Gods plan Discover this truth and more; and rediscover your worldand yourselfwith a new, positive, and healthy outlook.

Is there an area of your life you want healing in? Do you find yourself struggling to stay positive? Everyone struggles with a challenge that can lead to hopelessness. Chances are there is an obstacle in your life you desperately want to overcome and you are tired of it weighing you down and holding you back. But how can you move forward? How can you heal? Instead of solely addressing the healing of emotions or spiritual life, Dr. Gregory Jantz’s proven and effective method encourages the focus on healing the whole person with 5 keys: Harness Your Thoughts Heal Your Emotions Nurture Your Relationships Nourish Your Body Deepen Your Spirit Dr. Gregory Jantz explains the most important tools from his years of helping people overcome challenges in life. His biblically based advice will give you courage and tenacity as you take the first steps on the path toward wholeness and wellbeing, sustained and strengthened by a foundation of hope. Learn to: Nurture helpful, healing thoughts while banishing the ones that bring you down and cause you doubt. Discover your purpose: the one unique thing each of us has to offer the world. Live with purpose and conviction as you learn to recognize God’s calling for your life and the way he equipped you to fulfill it. Cultivate gratitude, which strengthens hope. Dr. Gregory Jantz knows hopefulness is not wishful thinking, unfounded optimism, or pie-in-the-sky idealism. It is a choice we make to believe in our own capacity to overcome any challenge and, more so, to believe in a loving God who watches over us and always wants the best for us. Discover: 7 stress-management strategies to practice 8 ways to experience inner peace 10 traits of healthy relationships 6 ways to strengthen your relationships 9 strategies for eating to enrich your body and lift your mood 6 steps toward a better lifestyle And much more! 4 Key Features: Quickly Find the Information You Need for Healing and Health Using real-life stories, biblical suggestions, proven tips, and practical steps that you can take today, Dr. Gregory Jantz will help you find healing and health. Enjoy having these key features: Simple summaries and easy-to-understand explanations Practical steps backed by science and by scripture Charts that show key information at a glance Relatable stories that show you how to apply its truth to your life Perfect for: Group and individual use Church library To hand to a friend Biblical & pastoral counseling And more About the Author: Dr. Gregory L. Jantz is the author of over 30 books, the host of a national radio program, and a regular contributor to Psychology Today. Recognized as a leading authority on family relationships and much more, he appears as an expert on media such as CNN, FOX, ABC, and NBC. Under Dr. Jantz’s leadership, "The Center: A Place of HOPE" has been voted in the top 10 facilities for the treatment of depression in the United States.

Life is hectic, stressful, and exhausting. It's no surprise that millions of people feel depleted and unmotivated. Burnout can even lead to depression, insomnia, anxiety, and addiction. Dr. Gregory Jantz experienced the black hole of burnout when he faced the demands of his quickly growing mental health clinic. His recovery taught him six keys to healing: 1. Streamline Your Stress 2. Reclaim Your True Self 3. Find Sanity through Simplicity 4. Bolster Your Body 5. Fortify Your Filters 6. Choose to Replenish Yourself Beyond Burnout features real-life stories and practical strategies for navigating the path to recovery. Readers will be coached to reset their pace, reclaim their desires, revive their purpose, rediscover the power of fun, and more. With trusted advice from a mental health professional who has been there, this book will resonate with a frazzled generation that is seeking relief.

Have you experienced a romantic partner, friend, coworker, or family member suddenly ending your relationship without communicating why? Ghosting is a relatively recent term for an old problem made much more prevalent in the age of social media. Ghosting involves cutting off contact and ending a relationship, leaving the other person feeling shunned and perplexed. Whether the context is dating, social media, the workplace, families, friendships, or church, ghosting is an insensitive act at best and purposefully damaging at worst. In Here Today, Ghosted Tomorrow, Dr. Gregory Jantz explores what ghosting is and why it matters; why people ghost; the damaging effects of ghosting; what to do if you've been ghosted; and how to heal in the aftermath. God intends for all of us to enjoy honoring, respectful, and joy-filled relationships. Dr. Jantz understands the hurt and betrayal that ghosting causes and draws on 35 years of clinical experience to provide perspective and practical steps to move forward. By the end of the brief healing journey of this book, readers will be well along the path to renewed strength and confidence. Dr. Gregory L. Jantz is the author of over forty-five books, the host of the national Hope & Possibility podcast, a regular contributor to Psychology Today, and a popular keynote speaker. He is a leader in holistic treatment. Under Dr. Jantz's leadership, "The Center: A Place of HOPE" is among the top ten facilities in the United States for the treatment of depression.

The Following Jesus devotional contains 100 devotions, each of which includes a Bible verse, reflection question, and prayer that will help Christians grow to be more like Christ. Sections include: 1-Strengthen your Faith: God Loves and Saves Us, 2-Growing in Faith: Prayer, Bible Study & Church, 3-Sharing Your Faith: Spiritual Gifts, Giving & Evangelism, 4-Standing Strong: Fears, Doubt & Trust, and 5-Bolstering Your Faith: Reliability of the Christian Faith.

Practical advice, trusted research, plus definitions, causes, and solutions to helping a loved one recover from addiction. You can be free of the harmful effects of a loved one’s addiction! Dr. Gregory Jantz believes every person can find a unique pathway through powerlessness, fear, guilt, shame, and despair back into the light and fresh air of freedom because God is the Great Healer, for whom anything is possible. Discover ways to: Recognize the difference between compassion and codependence Identify signs and symptoms of addictions, as well as types of addictions Make your own health and wellbeing a priority Stop enabling your loved one’s addiction Set boundaries and stick to them Hold a positive, productive intervention Find the right kind of treatment program Support your loved one in treatment and beyond By grounding yourself in a clear understanding of what addiction is, how and why it takes hold in someone’s life, and how to protect yourself while maintaining your love for them, you’ll be far better equipped to offer appropriate help. This book will help you gain the awareness you need to move forward in truth and grace, to succeed at what you can do: love the addict unconditionally and be a positive presence in their life, guided by healthy boundaries that protect everyone. Key Features: Trustworthy: Filled with up-to-date research, this solid resource provides trusted facts and proven advice to help a loved one with addiction Relevant: Whether your loved one is dealing with a substance, emotional, or behavior addiction, this resource includes advice broad enough to help with most addictions and specific enough to tackle root causes effectively Easy to Read: Packed with summaries, checklists, and bullet lists, it’s never been easier to digest practical and informative research Practical: Includes practical courses of action to take when helping a friend or family member along the recovery process Easy to Carry: Compact, lightweight, and easily fits in your hand, purse, and bag

Why does God make us wait? Why, when it would be so easy for God to just say "yes" to our prayers, does he instead so often say "wait"? The Bible tells us that waiting is a part of God's plan for our lives. But why? It can all feel like a bit of a mystery. In The Mystery of Waiting, author Debbie Barr helps you see the bigger picture in your season of waiting. Drawing from biblical teachings, she provides tools to help you discover what God might be teaching you about his timing and his plan for your life. You'll see how the experience of waiting upon the Lord can be a catalyst for amazing growth and healing. Whenever you are in a period of waiting, know that God is still working in you and your circumstances. This book will take you through practical steps to learn how to wait wisely, prayerfully, hopefully, and confidently. Your heavenly Father is good and his best for your life is worth the wait.