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While evolution gave us the raw materials for faith in a deity, it doesn’t explain how our belief benefits us as individuals. However, there are many positives to believing in a god. As Dr. Brianna Gaynor, clinical psychologist at Peace of Mind Psychological Services, notes, faith in God provides “a sense of existential support, a sense of meaning and value…that helps people to be more resilient in general.”

“One of my life’s most significant decisions was whether or not to start a business. I remember walking into my office one day and thinking, I want to do this by myself. I’d never wanted to be a business owner before, so this was a massive shift, and I was unsure if I felt ready for or capable of this feat.”

“Mansplaining is harmful because it assumes your partner is not aware or knowledgeable about a particular topic,” says Dr. Brianna Gaynor, a clinical psychologist and the director of Peace of Mind Psychological Services. “This kind of behavior can damage trust in a relationship and make your partner feel like you don’t respect them.”