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A November to Remember: Choosing Growth Over Apathy
Beloved Readers, this November, I invite you to join me in saying “NO” to apathy and the victim mindset. While gratitude often takes center stage this month, let’s challenge ourselves to move beyond comfort and into meaningful, intentional growth. It’s easy to stay stuck in patterns of past hurts and regrets, especially in relationships that feel complicated. But this month,…
Empowering Your Child and Yourself for Long-Term Healing
Dear Beloved Readers, In the past two posts (Understanding and Breaking the Cycle of Trauma Responses in Parenting, and Rebuilding Trust with Your Child After Conflict), we’ve explored how trauma affects our reactions and how we can begin rebuilding trust with our children after conflict. Now, let’s shift our focus to the long-term: How do we empower both ourselves and…
Rebuilding Trust with Your Child After Conflict
Dear Beloved Readers, In our last post, we began talking about the effects of trauma on how we react, especially in moments of conflict with our children. Today, I want to address another important aspect of the question: How do I make amends and rebuild trust after a difficult moment with my child? As parents, we all have moments where…
I Need Help. He Won’t Change and Now My Sons Are Mimicking Him.
Morning friend, Alaska is a beautiful state. The weather was wonderful, with no rain, and fairly warm. I got to see whales, sea otters, sea lions, bears, and eagles. God’s creation is magnificent. I would never want to live there, but it’s an amazing place to visit. Here are some pictures for you to enjoy. Question: I have been in…
How Do I Help My Son Who Is Siding with His Dad?
Morning friend, Let me share something I’ve been doing lately that has brought me a greater sense of peace, self-control, and joy. I don’t do it perfectly, but I’ve been doing it more often. I pause and notice. For example, when I walk, I am deep into my audiobook. I pause, stop listening, and take notice of what’s around me…
Faith, Family, and Facing Change: Talking About Divorce with Adult Children
My friends, it’s time for fresh starts and new beginnings. The chill of winter is melting away, and the budding and blooming plants, trees and flowers are reminders that profound transformation is in God’s plan for this next season in North America. Spring brings more than just warmer weather and blooming flowers; it’s a symbol of healing and renewal, much…
How Can I Heal When He’s Still Toxic and We Have Children to Parent?
Morning friend, I hope you had a blessed Christmas even if things at home were not that great. I’ve been struck this year in new ways on how God used two women, Mary and Elizabeth, in a patriarchal culture, to speak his truth. The feminine voice is important to God, even if it hasn’t been valued in your church or…
How Do I Keep Myself from Reverting to Old Habits?
Hello, Friends! The year is quickly coming to a close. This time of year, people tend to get busy with social events and holiday planning. I am going to ask you to pause and consider how you have grown this year. Are you happy with the person you are and the relationships you have with yourself and others? Maybe you…