Some days, mental and emotional heaviness doesn’t show up with a warning. It can look like a short fuse with your kids, constant worry you can’t shut off, or that “I’m fine” feeling that’s really just exhaustion in disguise.

And while faith doesn’t mean we’ll never struggle, it does mean we don’t have to struggle alone.

God cares about your whole self, mind, body, and spirit. And the good news is that there are simple, steady practices that can help you feel more grounded, more hopeful, and more supported, even when life feels loud.

Below are nine Christian practices that can strengthen your mental health over time. Not perfectly. Not overnight. But faithfully.