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Category: Transitions
Four Timeless Reminders for Making the Most of Today
You’ve likely had to let go of some dreams—and maybe even people—along the way. That’s part of living. But contentment doesn’t mean you stop growing or stop hoping. It means you learn to see what’s good right in front of you, even as you remain open to what’s next.
The Difficult Discussion of Death
Death is a subject no one wants to discuss, yet death is the final stage of life. … Preparation is important, because, for some, death comes without warning.
Why Trying New Things in Your Empty Nest Years Might Be the Best Adventure Yet
So, your nest is empty. The kids are off living their lives, and suddenly… it’s quiet. Maybe a little too quiet. You look around and wonder, Now what?
If that’s you, you’re not alone! The Empty Nest years can feel like a blank canvas—equal parts exciting and intimidating. But here’s the secret: they’re actually one of the most powerful times in your life to rediscover yourself, deepen your faith, and try new things.
When Life Breaks You, Where is Your Hope?
We live in a world that sometimes feels hopeless. Lately, I have had several friends who have either lost a spouse or a parent. These are such low points in our lives. Grief is not something we like to think about. It’s hard, even if your loved one got sick and you cared for him…
Should Art be a Part of Your Next Phase?
When I finish a remodeling project, I often do a custom painting—done just for the new space. People often ask me if I have always painted. No. I didn’t start until 2018 when my mother moved in with me and caring for her became my job—though she didn’t need me by her side 24/7, she…
The Power of Saying Yes Again: It’s Not Too Late to Try Something New
I didn’t want to sit still just because I’ve hit a certain number on the calendar. My heart was now bursting with more new vision, goals and dreams than ever. I no longer worried about the days left to live but living the days I have in front of me.
Break Free from a Fixed Mindset: How One Word Can Unlock Your God-Given Growth
My year, so far, has been a year of successes and challenges. Have you ever thought about how life can be filled with so much change and variety. I think that’s the beauty of the life we have been gifted to live. It is both the same and yet it’s about change. How we navigate…
Life in Chapters
The challenge is to thrive in the new, often unwanted, role. These changes may include divorce, death of a spouse or child, a job loss, a catastrophic weather event, or more. I find that if we are open to going through the door before us and give it all we’ve got, we can excel. I’ve also found that past experiences often prepare us for the next chapter—even though we may not see it until later.
Making Room
Making room in your heart requires letting go in the same way you decide to get rid of material possessions. Heart-room requires replacing anger and resentment with forgiveness. Making heart space involves releasing pride, admitting your part in conflict, and determination to soften rock-hard, long-held resentment.