Deb Mackay 3/8/26 Deb Mackay 3/8/26

Finding God in the Winter Seasons

We all experience seasons we'd rather avoid. Whether it's uncertainty, grief, waiting, or simply feeling overwhelmed, it's easy to want the season to end. In this personal reflection, I share how God has been teaching me to stop striving, embrace the pause, and discover that healing isn't found in controlling life's outcomes, but in learning to trust Him.

Deb Mackay 29/7/26 Deb Mackay 29/7/26

When Labels Become Identities

Diagnoses, personality types and archetypes can help us understand ourselves but what happens when they become our identity? This thought-provoking article explores Carl Jung's archetypes through a Christian lens, reflecting on why Jesus used parables and metaphors to reveal the heart.

Deb Mackay 24/7/26 Deb Mackay 24/7/26

Did They Hear David's Heart?

What if we've been reading the Psalms without fully hearing David's heart? Language carries more than words it carries culture, emotion and lived experience.

Deb Mackay 23/7/26 Deb Mackay 23/7/26

I Wish I Could Breathe

I am in a season. A long one. A season where, despite having the tools and understanding of healing, I found myself sitting in the hardest place I have known. This is the story of what happens when we stop fighting our body’s responses and begin to listen, allowing healing to unfold moment by moment.

Deb Mackay 17/7/26 Deb Mackay 17/7/26

The Search Beneath the Search: The Human Longing for God

Beneath our striving, worrying, achieving, and searching is a deeper longing. Carl Jung observed the human search for wholeness, but Scripture reveals why that longing exists: we were created in God's image, made to seek Him, and designed for connection with our Creator.

Deb Mackay 6/7/26 Deb Mackay 6/7/26

Unlocking the Power of SELF COMPASSION IN CHRIST

Shame is one of the lowest energies we can experience. If we do not equip ourselves to be kinder to ourselves, to forgive ourselves, and to accept ourselves as Christ does, we will remain stuck in that state. The Bible reminds us repeatedly that we cannot do it without Him. So why do we continue to try and earn what He has already given us through His sacrifice?

Deb Mackay 27/7/25 Deb Mackay 27/7/25

Becoming Like a Child: The Somatic Wisdom of Scripture

Before beliefs, before structure, before the world layered over us its conditions, expectations, and fears we were born into this world with breath. The very breath God gave humanity. In that first inhale, there was no striving or confusion. We were simply being, unguarded and whole, made in His image.

Deb Mackay 25/11/24 Deb Mackay 25/11/24

The Cost of Isolation: Supporting Connection esp with Young Autistic Males

Children may lose the ability to engage, not just with the outside world but even within their own homes. Over time, this impacts their ability to develop empathy, form connections, and regulate emotions.

Deb Mackay 21/11/24 Deb Mackay 21/11/24

When What We Think We Know, We Don’t Know

Sometimes the things we believe most deeply are the very things we have never paused to question. Healing invites us into a deeper awareness to gently explore our beliefs, perceptions, and the stories we have carried, creating space for new understanding, compassion, and growth.

Deb Mackay 16/11/24 Deb Mackay 16/11/24

The Burden of Hidden Sin

Hidden burdens have a way of shaping our lives in silence. Whether carried through shame, guilt or fear, what remains hidden can affect our emotional, spiritual and physical wellbeing.

Deb Mackay 11/11/24 Deb Mackay 11/11/24

DO IT ! - Do what matters

We often wait until we feel ready before taking action. But growth happens when we choose courage over comfort. Discover how small, intentional steps can reshape your life from the inside out.

Deb Mackay 4/11/24 Deb Mackay 4/11/24

Why Everything Feels Like a Threat: Understanding Trauma and the Nervous System

For people who have experienced trauma or abuse, this state of heightened alertness can become their baseline, amplifying their perception of threat to the point of distorting reality.

Deb Mackay 14/10/24 Deb Mackay 14/10/24

The Power of Intention in Healing: A Deeper Look at Medication and Supplements

intention plays a powerful role. When we communicate in advance to our cells what we expect and hope for, we enhance the healing process. Our body recognises and utilises the support we’re offering more effectively when there’s a clear intention behind it. Without that awareness, healing can still happen, but it might take longer.

Deb Mackay 27/9/24 Deb Mackay 27/9/24

Embracing Healing Through Faith: The RAIN Method and King David’s Journey

Through this exploration of the RAIN method, I hope to break down each aspect to help people gain a deeper understanding of this practice that can aid in trauma and emotional healing. My goal is to present it through a Christian lens, demonstrating how these timeless principles align with our faith.

Deb Mackay 18/9/24 Deb Mackay 18/9/24

Have you tried yoga? A somatic & spiritual journey

Yoga, I believe, is an incredible way to create a space between therapy sessions, a place to check in with yourself, to come home to your body, and to reconnect with your own needs and emotions. Looking back, I wish I had made this a priority earlier, especially in the early days of motherhood when it would have helped me stay grounded.

Deb Mackay 16/9/24 Deb Mackay 16/9/24

"Creating Coherence: The Transformative Power of Setting Intentions"

When our intentions are aligned with our actions, we create a more coherent energy field around us, which supports us in reaching our goals.

Deb Mackay 10/9/24 Deb Mackay 10/9/24

"Shifting My View of the Cross: Embracing Christ’s Love as a Gift, Not a Standard"

Instead of viewing Christ's work as merely a sacrifice to be endured or a standard to be constantly aspired to, we might reframe it as a generous gift that reveals the depth of divine love and acceptance. This reframing can shift our focus from striving to earn worthiness to embracing the transformative power of what has already been given.

Deb Mackay 25/7/24 Deb Mackay 25/7/24

Normalise our experiences, the power of the Cross

It is vital to integrate our faith into this journey of self-awareness and self-compassion. The act of Christ bearing our sins was the ultimate demonstration of love and sacrifice. He took on our burdens so that we might find freedom and healing.

Deb Mackay 9/7/24 Deb Mackay 9/7/24

MANIFESTING - IS IT NEW OR OLD

In today's culture, the concept of "manifestation" is prevalent. It is often associated with setting intentions and focusing one's energy on achieving goals, whether in business or personal growth. While some view this as a secular or new-age idea, it holds deep roots in biblical principles that Christians can embrace to align their lives with God's will and purpose.

Deb Mackay 30/6/24 Deb Mackay 30/6/24

Your Going To Be Okay

This has been an enormous learning curve for us. We've also learned that we can't always behave as we do without facing consequences or loss. However, we've gained insights and growth through these challenges, finding our authentic selves. When we stop masking and trying to fit in, the self-harming stops.