Relationships

My friends in a same-sex relationship truly believe God has blessed them

I have Christian friends who are in a homosexual relationship, and they truly believe that God has blessed their relationship. I’m not sure how to respond when they share with me about their happy moments. How do I go about responding to them with love and without any judgment?

Hanging out, situationships and more

I am trying to adhere to the principle that Christians should not be “unequally yoked”. What should I do if I realise I’ve started developing feelings for someone who isn’t a Christian? How do I draw the line between simply “hanging out” as friends and something more? Should I limit casual one-on-one dates to Christians only?

Moving on from grief

Profound loss can lead to a loss of direction and motivation in life. Daily routines lose meaning, former pleasures no longer bring joy, and we may withdraw from people, interests and life. In extreme cases, the sense of emptiness can lead to depression and even thoughts of taking one’s own life. How do hurting and grieving souls move on with life?

A step back from the brink

Metaphors can be a powerful communication tool in counselling. One I recently shared with a couple “stuck” in their marital distress is an image of a couple standing together at the edge of a cliff. They are at this precarious place where one step forward or a slip of their feet may mean plunging over the brink.

Should we have kids?

My husband and I are in our mid-30s and have been married for eight years. We are the only childless couple in our church community. He prefers our current lifestyle, is overseas half the month for work and is unlikely to change careers.

Dealing with boomer bosses’ expectations

My colleagues and I (mostly Gen Zs) face this dilemma. Generally, we are productive and efficient in work. However, our bosses have the boomer mentality.

My wife cannot tolerate living with my mother any more

I am the only son and my mum, a divorcee, moved in with me after I got married. My wife and mum do not get along and it’s been nearly 20 years already. My 80-year-old mother does not want to live by herself as she is ageing…

Waiting for my boyfriend of seven years to propose

My boyfriend and I have been dating for seven years since we were 18 years old. I am pretty sure I would agree to marry him if he were to propose. But lately, I sense that he has no interest in getting married and settling down …

My in-laws want my kids to pray at the altar

My husband and I have been married for 10 years and have two children. His parents are staunch believers of another religion and once wanted to perform certain rituals for our kids.

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