Breaking Through
By Rose Boos4 min read
How one woman battling depression finds peace and happiness in nature, on a journey of personal growth.
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Saving My Life!
By Pat Pathkiller7 min read
To control my diabetes, I had to achieve a little self-improvement and lose weight—a lot of weight! Here’s how I did it.
His Loving Voice to Guide Me
By Lionel Aldridge11 min read
Lionel Aldridge, star player for the Green Bay Packers, battled his way through paranoid schizophrenia with the help of a little faith.
Faith and Prayer Helped Her Overcome Depression
By Julie West Garmon9 min read
Joy eluded me like a forgotten melody. I felt as if I’d lost myself…
This Family Was Inspired to Lose Weight—and F.A.S.T.
By Tony Dean7 min read
They’ll help you get in shape!
Guideposts Classics: Mike Wallace on Coping with Depression
By Mike Wallace10 min read
In this story from January 2002, legendary newsman Mike Wallace shared his battle with depression with Guideposts readers.
Battling Depression by Helping Others
By Marion Bond West9 min read
How could she battle a depression so severe she could barely drag herself out of bed in the morning?
A Burden to Share
By Jan Bono8 min read
Eating had long been an obsession, and she didn’t even think she wanted help. Until a simple word provided inspiration.
Real Faith, Real Strength
By Scott Southworth7 min read
This American soldier had no idea what he would discover after adopting a child with cerebral palsy.
Connected with Family
By Maria Menounos6 min read
Her job takes her all over the world, but TV journalist Maria Menounos knows how important it is to stay connected with family—especially her diabetic dad.
Success on a Skateboard!?
By Phyllis Burdge7 min read
Paralyzed by multiple sclerosis and in despair, she didn’t think happiness was possible.
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