Mar 15, 2015 | Achalasia, Caregiving, Faith, Love 365, Practicing Love, Strength for Hard Times, The 12 Practices
There is strength in empty. Not the kind of strength we wish for. We want polished strength, the kind that wears a cape and leaps tall buildings with a single bound. I couldn’t leap or fly or save anyone from catastrophe. In fact, I could barely show up....
Aug 4, 2015 | Blog, Love 365, Marriage and Family, Other, Practicing Love
Most couples are willing to spend an hour a week talking about their relationship. I suggest that emotional attunement can take place (at a minimum) in that weekly “state of the union” meeting. That means that at least an hour a week is devoted to the relationship and...
Aug 26, 2015 | Be Remarkable, Bible Study, emotional health and wellbeing, Life Coaching, Strength for Hard Times
“When you give yourself permission to communicate what matters to you in every situation you will have peace despite rejection or disapproval. Putting a voice to your soul helps you to let go of the negative energy of fear and regret.” -Shannon L. Alder If...
Jul 14, 2016 | Other, Blog, Devotions, emotional health and wellbeing, Prayer
You have peace,” the old woman said, “when you make it with yourself.” ― Mitch Albom, The Five People You Meet in Heaven When Peace of Mind Feels Far Away When I woke up Tuesday morning, I never expected that I would end up lacerating my head on a metal...