by Dr. Ioana Popa

As we navigate the Holidays, whether filled with family gatherings or being on our own, we might get triggered, feel worried, or stressed and in need of a reset!

Today, I...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Often the Holiday season can feel like a race, leaving us more tired by the end, with us needing to do self-care 'damage control' in January. I've been there, done that.

And...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian women, many times we long to sustain our daily routines, but with the many life demands we have, it is easy to drop the habits and then feel disappointed in...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As a Christian woman, are you striving to give and serve others in Christ, toward the Kingdom but feel stressed and worn out at times? Most likely, people see you as an...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Here is one of my favorite Bible verses, that summarizes my life's work: 'You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind....

by Dr. Ioana Popa

'What are some types of stress?' 'Is there good stress and bad stress?' I hear these types of questions often.

Stress can manifest in numerous ways and there are many layers...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As we navigate our busy lives, it's essential to pause, renew, and regenerate ourselves and our souls with moments of contemplation on God's word so that we can keep on...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, especially as Christian women dedicated to serving others, it's not uncommon to sometimes dismiss the signs of burnout. "It is...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christians, we share a deep longing to be closer to God - to follow in His footsteps and to be like Him. It's a beautiful vocation, yet there are common dilemmas that many...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian women, we know that we are created in the image and likeness of God - we long to partake of the living waters and carry the light of Christ into the world. But...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many Professional Christian Women, in the midst of their busy lives and the multitude of responsibilities, do not have time to take care of their own well-being. Because they...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Are you tired, stressed and/or burned out, caught in the 'whirlwind' of your daily life as you give, serve and lead others in Christ? Wondering if you could truly relax for a...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As the season is changing, sometimes we need a pause to refresh before we gear into action! Maybe your kids, grandkids or nephews/nieces are starting school, or maybe you...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Although we can be really good with boundaries in our professional lives, we wrestle often with maintaining them in our personal lives, in such a way to fully honor our own...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Are you caught between the desire to extend help and love to all people and at the same time the need to establish Healthy Boundaries for yourself? There are many books and...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Have you ever found yourself trying to pray in the evening, to only be disrupted by swirling thoughts or emotions, rehearsing the past day's events or thinking about...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

How often do we find ourselves caught in cycles of feeling rejuvenated, prayerful and peaceful at times, only to fall 'off the wagon' and end up feeling strained and...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As a Christian Woman, I am sure you had many times when you felt God’s presence and your prayers were answered.

And in the same time, if you are like most of us, you...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Dealing with criticism is a common human experience, but no matter when, where, or how, it can be challenging and can impact our emotions and self-esteem.

Many times...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Do you ever feel like you're on a treadmill, grasping for that 'peace that surpasses all understanding'? And feeling tired at times for endlessly searching for the deeper...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

While striving to balance professional responsibilities, family, church commitments, and personal well-being, it's not uncommon for uncomfortable thoughts and emotions to...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

In the midst of our busy lives and endless responsibilities, it's easy to forget that we, too, need the same kindness and compassion that we readily offer to others.

But even...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

In my conversations with many professional Christian women, I've noticed a recurring pattern – a struggle to find time to prioritize their own well-being in the midst...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

I've encountered countless Christian women who, in spite of their accomplishments and being appreciated by others, wrestle with self-doubt, criticism or regrets.

And this is...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

It is common nowadays to be glued to online tools when we have a break, and especially during transition times. For many Christian women this is a necessity, in order to make...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many Christian women I talk with find themselves caught in this dilemma: on one hand experiencing the longing to be more contemplative like Mary in the scriptures, who sits...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

I often hear from many Christian women that I talk with that they find themselves "not having enough time." It is a common challenge we face as we pour our hearts into...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many people, and especially Christian women, go through a lot of transitions or challenging seasons in their lives - whether it's a loss, a new job, promotion, new...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

As Christian givers, especially when exhausted after a full day of giving, we can feel at a loss how to deal with difficult or complicated situations or encounters. Maybe...

Interview with Cynthia Damaskos 

Do you feel sometimes that you are in an unending 'race', on life's treadmill of some sorts, not sure how to slow it down? This is the dilemma of our current...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Although Grief is a natural and normal response to loss, it is many times a painful and confusing one. Sometimes the loss is obvious, such as the death of a dear one, in...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Sometimes we think of beliefs just from a faith perspective. Yes, Christian faith is based on powerful and life-giving beliefs, but the power of beliefs can be seen in our...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

How many times as Christian Givers - we get overtly focused on serving others, and then ignore our needs? Although we might feel "fine," what happens is that our needs are...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

For many people, the idea of being 'emotional' is often associated with weakness or negativity. Society often sends us the message that emotions are something to be repressed...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Many Givers are helping others so much, that they tend to experience daily stress, just by the nature of their vocation or mission. If this is you, have you ever wondered if...

by Dr. Ioana Popa

Most people make the common mistake of believing that we only have two choices in dealing with emotions: either through Catharsis - where we let ourselves feel our emotions...