There comes a point in life when we begin to understand that some of the labels we’ve carried were never ours to begin with. Candy Arrington invites us to consider who we believe we are—and whose voice gets the final say.
Category: Health/Wellness
Reluctantly Letting Go and Gut-Wrenching Goodbyes
Every experience of grief is unique, but grief itself is universal. As Wendy Clements faces the approaching loss of a beloved four-legged family member, she reflects on another painful goodbye—and the lessons both love and loss can teach us about living fully while we still have the time.
Endings Are New Beginnings
What if what feels like an ending is really the beginning of something new? After years of giving to family, work, and others, perhaps this is the season to replenish yourself, have some fun again, and discover what God has planned for the road ahead.
After “The Year From Hell”
What happens when one hard thing after another leaves you wondering if life will ever feel normal again? Laura Petherbridge looks back at her own “year from hell” and what she discovered on the other side of the storm.
Aging Gracefully
What if your greatest influence isn’t behind you—but still ahead? In “Aging Gracefully,” Dr. Michelle Bengtson explores what Scripture says about growing older with purpose, wisdom, and joy.
Parched…or Thriving?
When summer heat leaves our gardens wilted, we’re reminded how quickly living things need refreshment. In this thoughtful reflection, Candy Arrington explores the kinds of nourishment that help us thrive—encouragement, friendship, growth, peace, and the life-giving presence of God.
When Love Is Still There… But You Still Feel Lonely
Love can still be present even when emotional closeness seems distant. In this heartfelt article, Monette Sedberry shares how opening her heart to her husband transformed their relationship—and how the courage to be fully known can lead to deeper intimacy, renewed hope, and stronger connection.
The Patina of a Well-Lived Life
Rather than trying to look untouched by time, I want to look like someone who wasn’t afraid to live. Inspired by Theodore Roosevelt’s “strenuous life,” this post explores why the marks of aging may be the beautiful patina of a well-lived life.
Freedom from Unsustainable Standards
In a world focused on goals and accomplishments, the idea of a Minimum Standard of Care may seem like heresy to some. But it is an idea worth considering. There is cultural pressure—especially on women—to do it all, do it perfectly, and do it without complaint. Maybe it is time to lower the bar, cut…
5 Ways to Refresh Your Soul – Childhood Edition
What makes you feel like a kid again? What makes you feel footloose and fancy free, unburdened with no responsibility? If you’ve never stopped to consider this, take a few moments to do so. Is it splashing in a rain puddle? Eating an ice cream cone? Hopping on a swing? A game of tag? Does…