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What Happened To You Is Not Who You Are
Hello friends! September is a lovely month for so many reasons. One of those reasons is the month my sister was born! I have been learning more about trusting the process, and acceptance as I walk alongside Stacy through significant health challenges. Her move here to Arizona to live with me has been such a blessing. We haven’t been roommates…
The Trauma Bond Behind “But I Still Love Him”
Morning friend, I spent all day Saturday in the emergency room. Still not sure exactly what’s wrong, but it’s probably a torn ligament in my knee. It’s amazing to me how our body immediately lets us know that something is wrong. A little tear, but it won’t let me ignore it. Pain forces us to pay attention. Whether physical, emotional,…
When Survival Takes Over: Breaking the Freeze Response in a Marriage Marked by Anger and Fear
Hello friend, I hope this summer has given you at least a few real moments of joy, sunshine, and some actual peace. I love those early-morning rays that hit me and somehow make me want to get up with a little more energy and a smile. Life keeps handing us seasons—some feel light and full of possibility, others are heavy…
When Current and Future Trauma Feels More Terrifying Than Past Suffering: Faith Based Approaches to Challenges
Hello, lovely friends! Can you believe it is finally Spring? We are moving into sunshine, warmer weather, bird songs, spring peepers and blooming flowers. Spring is a sacred reminder that no matter how heavy winter is, the sun does eventually rise. It invites us to turn our pain into a garden of growth with unexpectant and surprising shoots showing up…
I Want to Reconcile, but Don’t Feel Safe. Is It My Past?
Morning friend, Many of you participated in our recent webinar on the Four Lies That Christian Women Believe That Keep Them Stuck, Scared and Silent. I trust that you are being challenged by God to grow through whatever current situation you may find yourself in. It’s so tempting to ask God to change the external situation – our husband, our…
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,…
Does Time Heal All Wounds?
Hello, friends! March is a time for renewal and rebirth. At the end of the month, Christians across the world will be celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a wonderful season to think about the life, mission, and journey of our Savior. Though it was foretold even before His birth, Isaiah 53:5 comes to mind; “But He was…
How Do I Get Through to My Spouse?
Happy New Year, Friends! Susan here with my first blog entry of the new year. Even though we are a long way from spring, January seems like a good time for fresh starts as we step into 2023. As much as I’d like to hunker down and hibernate all winter, I feel God moving me to be diligent in my…