Toxic Positivity: Helpful or Harmful?
Toxic positivity is rooted in a whole lot of denial. “Smile and pretend.” Being “positive” isn’t a virtue when you deny reality and minimize your
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Trauma begets trauma
Most people grow up saying things like, “I’m going to make sure that doesn’t happen to my children,” which in the case of abuse, is
A Bruised Reed
“A bent reed He will not break off and a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish…” Isaiah 42:3 In 1988, while in a relationship
The Truth About Boundaries?
I had an exchange with someone yesterday who was of the opinion that boundaries are selfish. But it is the lack of boundaries that increases
Attached to God
For much of my Christian life, I struggled with a quiet question I was almost afraid to ask: Why didn’t I feel close to God?
Is Self Care Selfish?
I used to think that Scripture called me to betray myself by minimizing my own needs (especially emotional needs). I had no concept of boundaries,
Shame: Yours, Mine, and Ours
When a shameful thing is done to us, we sometimes wind up owning or internalizing it, as if the shame is ours. It’s like our
Who are You?
Our identity—our sense of who we are—fuels everything in our lives. And that identity can only come from God… —Christopher Riordon, boundless.org When the Bible
New Age or Old Age?
Originally published July 2013. Just in case you wondered, you are not God. If you don’t believe me, ask your spouse. Neither are there little
Prayer Blend Recipe
While I suggest using any of the oils of ancient Scripture as your Prayer Oil, this custom blend, Sanctuary, is a personal favorite.* Create a