15/10/2025
"Nagpapa therapy ka? Akala ko Christian ka?", " Magdasal ka kasi!"
Mental illness is not a measure of one’s faith.
As a Christian, I believe in the power of prayer. But sometimes, while coming from a good place to help, we unknowingly make people with depression or other mental struggles feel like their pain means they’re far from God.
I’ve met people who pray and worship deeply, yet still break down and want to give up. I have been there too.
When we are physically sick, we seek medical help. Why should it be different when we’re mentally unwell? Our minds, like our bodies, have different capacities to cope with pain and trauma. not because it's easy for you, it's easy for everybody else.
Perhaps we can try this alternative response: “You don’t have to go through this alone. I’m here with you, and we can pray together.”
Your quiet presence, with breath prayers means a lot.
📸ctto
