At the core of addictive behavior is distraction and avoidance. People with addictions are running from something or someone, whether they know it or not. Overcoming addiction is not a matter of changing our behavior and habits in hopes of getting a fresh start. That part of the journey [...]
When you realize something isn’t right, you feel as though you’re standing at the edge of an unfamiliar landscape. There you are, holding your baby surrounded by people who expect you to feel joy. Yet, the weight pressing down on your chest echoes a different story. This is nothing [...]
It’s quite possible that the greatest joy a person can have in life is to bring another human being into the world. The joy and beauty that attend the birth of a child are hard to compare to any other experience. However, the process that comes with it can [...]
Hi there! I want to start this article by first acknowledging your willingness to learn more about sexual addiction. Whether you are trying to learn about the topic for educational purposes, want to support a loved one, or learn about your own struggles, I commend you for taking the [...]
Female friendships in the Christian communities often feel like walking through a minefield of expectations. As women were told to bear one another’s burdens, yet we find ourselves drowning under the weight of the constant needs of others. We are expected to be there for one another and end [...]
Divorce is one of life’s most profound disruptions. It ranks as the second most stressful life event according to most research. For women navigating this transition, emotional balance can shift dramatically every day. It could start as sadness and grief, and before the day is done, something more persistent [...]
Becoming a mother-in-law can feel a bit like being cast in a new role of a family sitcom – exciting but with a whole new script to follow and the promise of comical drama and a few antics. You might remember the early days of your own marriage and [...]
That first night home with your new baby is unforgettable! You stare at your little one’s face and touch the smooth skin of their cheek. How does God love me so much to give me such a beautiful blessing? you wonder. You tuck your baby into bed and fall [...]
Clinical depression, also known as major depressive disorder, is a serious mental health condition with severe, long-lasting physical and mental symptoms that can disrupt your ability to perform routine tasks; negatively affect your work, relationships, and overall quality of life; and impact your brain’s ability to function as it [...]
Sometimes it seems that forming female friendships is harder than it should be. Perhaps we had an easier time in grade school; you went out and played with the other girls, learning their names. As an adult, it often feels like you face judgment and rejection when trying to [...]
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