I’ll never forget the day I accidentally swallowed a piece of hard candy whole. It started off sweet but before I knew it, that candy went down wrong. It hurt. I could feel it sitting there, stuck in my throat, making it hard to breathe. For a split second, I was afraid, wondering if I would ...
You Are Not Your Resume: Detaching Your Identity from Titles and Accomplishments
Let’s talk about this thing we all carry around, the invisible résumé. You know, the one that lists every title we’ve ever held, every role we’ve played, and every accomplishment we’ve stacked up like proof that we’re doing okay. It’s what we tend to pull out when someone asks, “So, what do ...
How Shame Silences Your Voice (and How to Break Free)
Shame does not just accuse your past. It tries to mute your present calling. When shame speaks, it whispers that you are unworthy, unloved, and unusable. It convinces you that your voice does not matter, and when you believe it, you stop speaking the truth God placed inside of you. But here’s the ...
When Caring Feels Heavy: Overcoming Compassion Fatigue
Have you ever noticed how caring for people can feel like both a gift and a weight? You show up for others, listen deeply, pray for them, and hold their stories close. But over time, that same compassion can start to feel heavy. Instead of leaving a conversation uplifted, you walk away drained. ...
Jealousy the Green Eyed Monster: Staying Focused While Others Watch, Copy, or Misjudge
Have you ever felt someone’s jealousy, or maybe caught it bubbling up in yourself? Living with a sense of purpose will sometimes bring out envy, comparison, or even attempts to knock you off course. That’s because purpose draws attention. Light always stands out in the dark. Having a clear sense of ...
From Fear to Flow: How to Move Forward When Fear Tries to Paralyze You
I remember the first time I walked into a church as a guest speaker. My palms got sweaty, and I felt worry about not fitting in or saying the wrong thing. That feeling of fear is so common, whether it shows up during a group prayer or when we try to share our thoughts. Most of us have experienced it ...
