Conforming
The Bible warns us against conforming to the world and being led astray. Small concessions grease the tracks on a slippery slope. I don’t think most people conform for the…
Not Okay
Is Anyone Okay? Life is stressful and I often wonder, “Is anyone okay?” I believe mental health stigma is better than it used to be, but that isn’t saying much.…
Finding Comfort
When Life Really Hurts Sometimes, when life really hurts, finding comfort can feel like an impossibility. When something happens that can’t be fixed, like a loved one dying, the grief…
Rise Above
Rise Above Everything Bad Wouldn’t the ability to rise above everything bad be an awesome gift? Not in a superior manner, but rather to not get bogged down in the…
Revenge
Is Revenge Okay? Revenge seems natural after being betrayed, maliciously attacked, or outcast because it hurts. When you are conscientiously trying to be a good person and do the right…
Disappointment
Disappointment is Inevitable Experiencing disappointment is part of life. From letdowns as simple as a vending machine being out of your favorite snack to heartache as big as betrayal by…
Picking up the Pieces
We all find ourselves picking up the pieces of a devastating experience and we all try to hide our pain. Trying to present our lives as normal, happy, and dare I say, perfect, takes a toll.