The author draws on his own hard-earned wisdom for this series of reflections on spirituality and mental health. He covers a range of experiences including: upsides, downsides, recovery, balance, loving life and spirituality. Bringing together wisdom from psychology and spirituality, he acknowledges the enormous benefit of psychological tools for wellness as well as a spirituality that aims to tell a different story. Ignatian Spirituality is a consistent thread throughout that offers a psycho-spirituality of great depth and awareness. This is a gentle introduction to spirituality and mental health. The real-life examples show that there is no dividing line between mental illness and normality. Everyone is somewhere along the mental health continuum and God is with them every step of the way.

• Cover
• Title
• Copyright
• Contents
• Introduction
• CHAPTER 1 Upsides: Unexpected Blessings Along Our Mental Health Journey
  • Resilence
  • Humility
  • Wisdom
• CHAPTER 2 Downsides: Challenges Along Our Mental Health Journey
  • The Inner Critic
  • Poor Self-Image
  • Relationship Difficulties
• CHAPTER 3 Recovery: Steps and Considerations for Getting Back on Track
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Popular Treatment
  • Pain or Suffering
• CHAPTER 4 Balance: Modern and Contemplative Wisdom for Life
  • Balanced Lifestyle
  • Balanced Mood
  • Balanced Relationships
• CHAPTER 5 Loving Life: Fully Embracing Our Mental Health Journey
  • Fragility
  • Self-Care
  • Discipline
  • Deepest Desires
  • Praise
• CHAPTER 6 Spirituality: An Inner Dynamism toward Fullness of Life
  • The Soft Sound of Praise
  • The Value of Time
  • The ‘Bursting Out in Praise’ Triangle
• RESOURCES