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A “flow” state occurs when one is fully, competently engaged with a challenging task to the point of forgetting oneself and the passing of time. In contrast, a state of “Wu-Wei” is defined by two dimensions: (a) Fully focusing on the present without any task or goal in mind, and (b) in perfect harmony with […]
My wife and I were very apprehensive about flying to Redlands, California, to present a paper at the International Interdisciplinary Conference On Clinical Supervision. Our main concern was my health condition. After two near fatal accidents in the last two years, I had difficulties maintaining my balance, and every step could be my last step […]
Everyone can grow into the best versions of themselves. To flourish as a human can mean many things, such as achieving goals, finding love, or creating lasting memories that catapult a person into a purposeful life. It is essential to understand the necessary work that goes into personal growth. The therapeutic approach of logotherapy is […]
The world today is full of crises, with many people suffering from violence, armed conflict, poverty, racism, discrimination, and oppression (Schirch, 2013). Due to the rise in conflict internationally, there is a need for peacebuilding and spiritual healing (Lederach, 2004). Peacebuilding and humanitarian action have become a necessity. Peacebuilding efforts can alleviate suffering and make […]
Dr. Martha Mathews Libster, PhD, MSN, APRN-PMHCNS, APHN-BC, FAAN, Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and Board-Certified Advanced Practice Holistic Psychiatric Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Infant Mental Health Specialist, is the Founder and Executive Director of Golden Apple Healing Arts, LLC and its Self-care and Choreosophy Institutes. She is an international expert […]
A life without meaning and purpose is like living in a merry-go-round. Born and bred in Hong Kong, I am living in a society where an ordinary corporate job can easily afford you decent food, fashion, and a getaway trip to Japan every month. Of course, I enjoy this lively side of metropolitan life–but at […]
My Professional Background I began my career as a training manager and consultant, eventually venturing into the fast-food industry as a store owner. A pivotal moment in my journey came when I met Dr. Brian Stiller, the World Evangelical Alliance Ambassador, who opened doors for me at World Relief Canada and Tyndale Seminary. This connection […]
At the dawn of humanity, growth was barely a concept. We humans, like members of every other species, either survived or perished. As we flourished and civilized, personal growth began to encompass an increasing number of dimensions. Cut to 2024. We are flooded with growth and improvement barometers. We have smart watches which provide a […]
For centuries we have known that mankind has been seeking a closeness with the Divine, a supreme being, a creator whether through the calling of God (Yahweh), Jehovah, Adonai, Allah, Abba Father, Buddha, El Shaddai, or Baha’i, to name a few. Countless deities help us deepen our understanding of man’s spiritual journey and our place […]
Notes: This is a version of the article published as: Wong, P. T. P. (2013). Suicide risks among college students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Directions in Psychiatry, 33(4), 237-249.; This article follows AMA manual of style formatting and referencing. ABSTRACT This chapter reviews the recent statistics for youth suicide in North America. It identifies cultural […]
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