Tag: healing
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National Get Up Day: The Quiet Strength of Getting Back Up
National Get Up Day lands at an interesting time of year. January ends, winter still feels long, and many people are already tired of pushing toward goals they set just a few weeks ago. The ice-skating connection makes sense because skating teaches something most of us resist learning in life: that falling is not failure.…
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Healing from Grief: A Personal Story of Loss and Hope
May 28, 2010. The date is etched into my bones. It was supposed to be a fresh start. I was closing the door—physically and emotionally—on an on-again, off-again five-year relationship. He was headed to Hawaii. I was packing up my life, bracing myself to begin again. There’s a strange kind of freedom that comes with…
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The Prison of Depression and the Way Out
Depression is a strange and heavy kind of prison. It’s not made of bars or locks, but it can still hold you captive, keeping you stuck in a place where joy feels like a distant memory and hope seems impossible. Lysa TerKeurst’s words hit close to home:“Some prisons don’t require bars to keep people locked…
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Moving Forward Together: Why Voting Can Be About Policies, Not Personalities
Hey there, Today, I want to talk about something I think a lot of us are feeling after this election. Regardless of how we voted, there’s a common thread we’re all holding onto hope for a united, peaceful country. Whether you were excited or hesitant about who you voted for, it’s okay to acknowledge the…
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Redefining Self-Care: What It Really Means for People with Chronic Illness
Self-care is everywhere these days. Scroll through social media, and you’ll see influencers lounging in bubble baths, showing off pricey skincare routines, or completing intense fitness regimens. But for those of us living with chronic illness, self-care looks much different. It’s not about luxury or indulgence—it’s about survival, comfort, and creating an environment where we…
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How to Comfort Someone Who’s Lost Everything Without Dismissing Their Pain
When someone experiences tragedy—whether it’s losing a loved one, facing financial ruin, or enduring trauma—knowing what to say (or not say) can feel overwhelming. We want to offer comfort, but we also want to avoid minimizing their pain or sounding insensitive. Everyone processes loss differently, and for some, even well-meaning words can feel hurtful. Whether…
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Life Lessons from the Game of Survivor
In the wake of a disaster like Hurricane Helene, things can feel pretty overwhelming. Drawing on some strategies from the game of Survivor can actually offer helpful lessons for getting through tough times and ensure you’re taking care of yourself along the way. Just like in Survivor, navigating through a disaster requires a balance between…
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