Vaughn  Guenter, PhD.

Stress Management for Christian Men

Stress: a silent killer OR God-given opportunity?

Is stress taking over your life? You know the feeling. Your whole body is wound tight and it’s hard to breathe. You lack energy and motivation. A good night’s sleep is a distant dream. Your mind is in a state of perpetual fog, your memory is shot and your personality dulled. Your spiritual life feels totally off-balance and out of control. Your work is suffocating and close relationships have become a burden. On top of all of this is the guilt you are experiencing. Men aren’t meant to feel this way; much less Christian men. Trust me, I know how this feels and we’re not alone…

Stress is the number one threat to our health with over 70% of doctor visits due to stress-related issues. The figure for Christians seeking pastoral care is probably quite similar. But it is not the stress itself that does the damage. What is damaging is our perception of the stressors in our life. That’s what stress management is all about - not eliminating stress (that’s unrealistic) but learning techniques to cope with immediate and long-term stressors, and then using stress as a catalyst to improve your life.

OUR GOD TURNED THE CURSE INTO A BLESSING ~ Nehemiah 13:2

This scripture provides the hope we need to achieve that goal. With God’s help, I can teach you how to tame and then reframe your stress. It’s a process of identifying your triggers, breaking those response patterns and making permanent lifestyle changes. Once you are in a better frame of mind, we can work together with the aid of the Holy Spirit to retrain your mind, body and emotions to better cope with stress and then reframe your thinking to perceive stressors as challenges rather than threats. This is the way to personal growth and ultimately success in life. Whether you seek better outcomes in your health, relationships, spirituality or career, your chances of success hinge on how well you interpret and deal with stress.

There are several key differences between how I coach stress management and others:

  1. I go beyond just dealing with the symptoms of stress to ‘get by’ and help you create a healthy life, rich with purpose and meaning. You can transcend temporary warm, fuzzy feelings to enjoy a deep sense of joy and fulfilment that is impossible to experience when your stress levels are out of control. The good news is that achieving rich, lasting happiness is a skill that can be learnt and improved.

  2. Having personally experienced the effects of stress, both physical and mental, I can empathise with your situation.

  3. With certifications and experience in both coaching nutrition and fitness, I am equipped to help you from a number of different angles.

  4. Most importantly, as a Christian, I have access to ‘extra’ assistance. As a fellow believer, so do you! We will work from the premise that we are God’s valued children and our spiritual wellbeing is inextricably linked to our overall health. Applying biblical principles and Christian values to this timeless truth yields life-changing results across all areas of your life.

THE FOUR PILLARS OF MY COACHING

  • Spiritual Wellbeing

    Deepen your relationship with the One who wishes the best for your life. Our work together will develop consistency in your spiritual practices such as prayer and Bible study while discovering the power of divine perspective, wisdom, and peace.

  • Stress Management Life Coach

    Positive Psychology

    As a certified Positive Psychology practitioner and Christian Life Coach, my approach focuses on forming habits beneficial to coping with stress with the help of the Holy Spirit and then flipping it around to achieve your full potential.

  • Nutrition for stress management

    Healthy Nutrition

    The importance of proper nutrition to managing your stress levels and maintaining good health cannot be overstated. I will guide you towards a sane and sustainable diet plan that fits your unique biology, preferences, and lifestyle.

  • Fitness for stress management

    Physical Activities

    Exercise has always been my goto for getting the happiness hormones flowing and I have been active in the fitness industry for over three decades. During this time, I have gained the knowledge and experience to meet you at your current level.

HOW I CAN HELP

What you can expect from working with me :

  • A practical approach to stress management based on scientific and biblical principles

    • no crystals, mantras or other methods that compromise your Christian values

    • the use of proven Positive Psychology techniques integrated with the power of prayer

    • sound nutrition based on building sustainable habits with the aid of the Holy Spirit

    • physical fitness programs designed with the benefit of my 30+ years in the industry

  • A transformation in the way you perceive and manage stress in your life

    • the ability to stay calm and in control 

    • the capacity to use stress to your advantage with a growth mindset

  • An enriched feeling of happiness

    • experience joy in your daily life, no matter the circumstances

    • discover and exercise your God-given strengths along with optimism, mindfulness, gratitude, engagement (AKA flow), and meaning/purpose

  • Improved mental, emotional and physical health

    • counter the negative effects of both acute and chronic stress

    • decrease your chances of developing mental health issues including depression and anxiety

    • resolve sleep issues to wake up fully charged every morning

  • Better performance at work/business or school/tertiary education

    • increased job satisfaction/higher grades

    • enhanced focus, productivity, and creativity

  • Improved relationships

    • deeper connections with family, friends and peers

    • the headspace to elevate your relationship with God

  • Enhanced self-esteem

    • greater confidence with a more positive outlook on life and heightened motivation

    • learn to see yourself how God sees you

  • Clarity on your future

    • set meaningful goals in alignment with your faith and God’s purpose for you

    • gain the ability to view life with a divine perspective

People Are Saying

  • Dane Sharp - soccer_football

    "As a former professional athlete, I highly recommend Vaughn Guenter due to his knowledge and professionalism, along with being a great guy!"

    ~ Dane

  • Pastor-Chris-Maynard

    "Vaughn is the real thing! It is an honour to endorse him as a man with the skills, life experience and knowledge to reveal the best in men. I am not only happy to endorse his ability, but 100% grateful for his vision of Stress Management for Christian Men."

    ~ Pastor Chris Maynard - Tamborine Life Church

  • "Vaughn knows how to push you without making you feel insecure. He always has a positive attitude and is amazing to work with.”

    ~ James

  • Braco Pobric - Founder of Life Success Academy

    "Since graduating from our Positive Psychology Master Coach certification program in 2022, Vaughn has collaborated with me on several live webinars as well as the Food for Mood course, which integrates the principles of Positive Psychology with specific diet and exercise protocols to maximize happiness. He brings deep expertise and a genuine passion for helping others to navigate every aspect of stress."

    ~ Braco Pobric - Founder of Life Success Academy