Our world is dark. This has always been true since the Fall, but over the past few years, the darkness has become increasingly prevalent and undeniable in Western culture. Once a place where the name of Jesus was celebrated at Christmas, we now find ourselves silenced and shamed into not speaking His name. Even the
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I celebrated my fiftieth birthday last weekend. Since then, I have taken some time to reflect on my life — not just on what I have, but on Who has carried me. My life has not always been easy. It has not been perfect. There have been seasons marked by fear, struggle, pain, uncertainty, and
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The Hidden Stigma Around Mental Health Nearly every day, I see a post or ad promoting mental health resources. Society likes to claim we’re ending the stigma—but my experience tells me otherwise. Nearly every woman I meet feels some angst about the “mental health” label. It isolates. It hurts. And it’s something we’d rather not
Do you ever feel like your life is one long performance? Constantly trying to measure up, be enough, do enough—only to end the day with that same old sinking feeling: I still don’t measure up. If you’ve struggled with disordered eating, perfectionism, or persistent shame around your body or your worth, this may sound all
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John 8:12 – “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’” Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my life before recovery from anorexia. Those days felt like deep darkness.I often felt like a small boat, tossed about
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“Rest is a weapon given to us by God. The enemy hates it because he wants you stressed and occupied.” — Elisabeth Elliot When I first read these words, they stopped me in my tracks. What does it mean to truly rest? For many of us, rest is often seen as a luxury — something
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Anyone who knows me knows that my natural speed is slower than most. I need time—to process, to decide, to take that first step. And for most of my life, I’ve felt like an oddball because of this. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been told to hurry up. “Stop being so pokey!”
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I remember learning to be curious again during my eating disorder recovery. Think about it: toddlers learn through curiosity. We introduce children to different sights, sounds, textures, relationships, and challenges. They begin to understand what they like and don’t like, what’s soft or prickly, sweet or sour. A soft blanket feels better than prickly grass.
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For years, I justified every bite of food I consumed. I called it “being careful” or “choosing to be healthy.” Honestly, my perfectionistic side thrived on the control I had over what I ate. I followed my food rules to the letter. People praised my self-discipline—some even said they wished they had my “problem.” The
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Authenticity in a World of Imitation There’s something refreshing about authenticity. When we think about objects like paintings, sculptures, or antique furniture, we realize that being “authentic” doesn’t mean being flawless. In fact, these original pieces are often scuffed, scratched, or worn—but their value remains. Why? Because they’re real. They’re the original, not a replica.
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