Joy and Your Mental Health

In the midst of our mental health struggle, sometimes the last thing we think about is having joy. We crave a connection with joy. But why do so many struggle with it? Christians TALK about our need to have joy, but do you have actual examples of believers who manifest joy in their day to day life. I am highly qualified to talk about the struggle of joy, because experiencing it in my life has not come about easily. But there is much I have learned and experienced. I think there needs to be honest discussion as to why joy can be so challenging, especially when you working through mental health challenges that regularly work to rob you of joy. Today I want to bring some honest perspectives on the subject of joy, in a way that I believe can encourage and empower your journey. 0:00 Intro 3:55 Mark & Melissa Chat updates 13:38 YT Question: Does Relating to a Loving Father Diminish His Holiness 25:20 Dance Break 27:00 Suspicious Of God and Others 37:50 When Church Teachings Contribute to Mental Spirals 43:43 Dance Break 45:55 Joy & Mental Health Teaching 1:36:55 Dance Break 1:38:50 Chat about Joy Get The OCD Healing Journey Book Today: https://markdejesus.com/the-ocd-healing-journey-book/ Get a FREE eBook on the Father’s Love: https://bit.ly/3fGu6t3 Mark's resource library: https://markdejesus.com/topics/ Support future videos: https://markdejesus.com/donate/ Join the Healing and Freedom Community: https://markdejesus.com/community Mark's books: https://markdejesus.com/books-by-mark-dejesus/ Disclaimer: The content published is for informational purposes. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in our material. The resources given are not designed to practice medicine or give professional medical advice, including, without limitation, medical direction concerning someone's medical and mental health. Any resources given are not to be considered complete and does not cover all issues related to mental and physical health. In addition, any information given should not replace consultation with your doctor or any other mental health providers and/or specialists.