Here Are 4 Spiritual Practices to Try If You’re Dealing With Doubts
I’ve been in a weird spot with my faith lately. There’s so much negativity going on in the world — people displaced from their homes,…
How to Care for a Friend Struggling With Depression
If you’re not dealing with depression, there’s a pretty good chance that you know someone who is. With 6.7% of all adults in America (some…
How to Stop Judgmental Thoughts in Their Tracks
I hate feeling like I’m being judged by others. Most of us do, right? Even so, I’m surprised that even though I hate feeling judged,…
How I Finally Found a Routine Working From Home
Four years ago, I started freelance writing as a side gig while working full-time. After a year of squeezing my freelance work into my days…
4 Tips for Keeping Family Reunions Fun and Drama-Free
Family reunions can be a lot of fun. It’s an opportunity to catch up with friends and family you haven’t seen in a long time…
How to Garden, Dance, or Couch Surf Your Way to an Inexpensive Vacation
Summer is just around the corner. If you’re anything like me, you’re probably thinking about your next relaxing week away or adventure to a new…
Is Gratitude Possible When Life Is Hard?
It’s been a difficult few years for my family. We lost my brother to an aggressive form of brain cancer in the fall. Since then,…
Why Conflict Is Essential for Your Relationship
Before I married my husband, I had a lot of ideas about the way a strong marriage was supposed to work. And because we loved…
Step Away From the Impulse Buy: 4 Questions to Help You Cut Down on Spending
A few weeks before the New Year, I was doing a little house cleaning and found myself with two trash bags full of things to…
5 Valentine’s Day Ideas That Won’t Leave You Broke
Getting out of the house for Valentine’s Day can be way more costly than your typical date. The first time I planned a Valentine’s dinner…
