Ryan Bailey

Adapting Your Energy Level for Your Child

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-10-03 /

As Christians, we understand that our role as parents is a sacred calling from God. Part of this calling involves discerning how to engage with our children in a way that reflects Christ’s love and wisdom. One often overlooked aspect of this engagement is matching our energy level to our child’s needs and the situation…

How the Gospel Helps a Child with Narcissistic Tendencies

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-27 /

Disclaimer:  The intention of this article is not to encourage the reader to diagnose their child or anyone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). NPD should be diagnosed by a qualified therapist.  Unless the child is also suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder the diagnosis of NPD is not made before the age of 18.  The intention…

Help! I Fear My Child is Becoming a Narcissist

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-27 /

Disclaimer:  The intention of this article is not to encourage the reader to diagnose their child or anyone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD). NPD should be diagnosed by a qualified therapist.  Unless the child is also suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder the diagnosis of NPD is not made before the age of 18.  The intention…

Suicide Prevention Resources

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. As followers of Christ, we believe that every life is precious and created with purpose. If you or someone you love is battling suicidal thoughts,…

Help for Those Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts, Part 2

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In our last blog post, we looked at what to do if you are in imminent danger of self-harm, and some steps you can take…

Help for Those Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts, Part 1

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In the first blog post of this two-part series, we are going to go over what to do if you are suicidal.  If you’re experiencing…

How to Help a Loved One Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts, Part 3

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In our last blog post, we continued our series on helping people we love who are struggling with suicidal thoughts, and specifically how to talk…

How to Help a Loved One Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts, Part 2

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice, not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In our last post, we looked at how to get immediate help for a loved one who is struggling with suicidal thoughts. In this blog post, we…

How to Help a Loved One Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts, Part 1

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. In the first blog post of our three-part series, we are going to look at immediate actions you can take if someone you love is…

Why is Suicide So Prevalent in Today’s Culture?

By Ryan Bailey / 2024-09-25 /

Disclaimer: If you or someone you love is in imminent danger, call 911 immediately.  The following is general advice and is not a substitute for professional help or medical advice. The prevalence of suicide in today’s culture can be attributed to several interconnected factors that reflect our fallen world and humanity’s separation from God.  In…