Author Archives: Sarah Griffith Lund

For most of my adult life I have benefitted from (individual, couple, and family) therapy. Since my time as a graduate student, I have intentionally sought out the support of trained professionals for help and they have been ministers, spiritual directors, social workers, counselors and therapists.  This desire for support comes from a deep placeContinue reading “PTSD and Me”

Do not be afraid of people who experience mental health challenges. No matter what the headlines regarding the most recent mass shooting, do not be afraid of people with mental health challenges. Do not be afraid. Fear is a strategy. We are living through one of the most fear-based administrations in US history. Fear isContinue reading “Do Not Be Afraid”

There are some things that you know you have to do and you are honored to do it. This was one of them. Last summer I accepted an invitation to join a focused conversation about mental health and preparing people for religious leadership. The gathering took place last month and the group included national staffContinue reading “Shining a Light on Mental Illness in Religious Leadership”