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“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ”
(Galatians 6:2, NIV).
I’m not a parent, but as a teacher-turned-author, I’ve worked with 1,500 students over the last 5 years. Sometimes, helping them through their struggles felt like pulling teeth or giving birth. I don’t want to know what either of those experiences feels like, but I know they’re unpleasant.
Does helping our kids with anxiety and depression always have to feel this way? I don’t think so! While helping teens and young adults with mental health issues can be challenging, there are 3 tools I believe we can use to better bear one another’s burdens. And it doesn’t include hauling a heavyweight backpack filled with bricks along the way.
Bearing One Another’s Burdens
In Galatians 6:2, we are called to “bear one another’s burdens.” These words are written by Paul in his address to the Christian churches in Galatia. Brothers and sisters in Christ, AKA Believers, are encouraged to help each other through difficult times, fostering a sense of unity and compassion.
Supporting our kids means doing the same. Not only should we uplift them, but we should help them to know they’re not alone in their struggles. We help them find peace and balance in their emotions, and rely on Christ through the process. Here are 3 practical steps to foster open communication:
