Nov 22Member-onlyHow to Stop Avoiding ConfrontationsAvoiding confrontations can be harmful When people try to confront us, our first instinct is to run away. Instinctively, we want to protect ourselves from harm. Sometimes, we are right — some individuals can be dangerous, either verbally or physically. …Confrontation2 min readConfrontation2 min read
Oct 30Member-onlyWhat to Do After Unintentionally Hurting SomeoneWhen we unintentionally hurt someone, we are often not sure how to fix things. Don’t you hate the feelings that come when you realize you have unintentionally hurt someone? I know I do. I will feel guilt, shame, and desperation to make things right. Several years ago, I had an…Relationships5 min readRelationships5 min read
Oct 2Member-onlyRedefining My Life After CancerHow having cancer challenged my body and my views as a Christian Many articles have been written by cancer survivors who endured chemo, surgery, radiation, and drug treatment. They also took an emotional journey as they struggled to accept their condition and get on with life. …Cancer5 min readCancer5 min read
Sep 5Member-onlyWhy We Should Face Our ProblemsHere are some reasons why we should face our problems instead of avoiding them. Our world encourages us to avoid pain however possible. We take medicine when sniffles appear. Some of us escape our issues in numerous ways, from entertainment and travel to drugs and alcohol. …Self Help2 min readSelf Help2 min read
Aug 8Member-onlyThe Problem With Unrealistic ExpectationsHere’s why our expectations may cause problems for us. We all have hopes and dreams that involve other people fitting in with what we want. However, these aspirations are often unrealistic. Unrealistic expectations can involve: Setting goals we cannot fulfill Having visions of what we want to happen that are…Self Help3 min readSelf Help3 min read
Jul 17Member-onlyMy Message to People Who Have Left a ChurchHere is what I have to say to people who have been hurt by church organizations and left. A long time ago, I was involved in a church I loved (not in my current city). I enjoyed the inspiring worship, in-depth teachings, and fellowship with fellow Christians. I developed wonderful…Church5 min readChurch5 min read
Jul 13Member-onlyThe Benefits of Telling Your Trauma StoryHow writing about our experiences can help us to heal from them. In my writing, I often refer to past trauma. My childhood was full of fear, anxiety, and depression. I endured verbal abuse from my parents who told me I was useless, stupid, and could not do anything right…Mental Health3 min readMental Health3 min read
Jul 5Member-onlyThings That Turn People (and Me) Off About ChristiansHere are some things that both believers and non-believers dislike about some people’s versions of Christianity. I am a Christian myself but have to be honest. What some people think of as Christianity is wrong and gives Christianity a bad name. Behaviors that Turn Off Unbelievers and Other Christians Hypocrisy “Do as I say and not as I do,”…Christian2 min readChristian2 min read
May 31Member-onlySteps to Conquering JealousyHere are some ways to deal with the green-eyed monster. When I was in my teens, I was a shy, backward person. I was envious of people around me who seemed to have it all. I fixated on one girl I will call Sandy who seemed to have it all. …Jealousy2 min readJealousy2 min read
May 15Member-onlyReasons Why People Troll on Social MediaLooking at why people make negative comments on social media. One morning, I start to scroll through my social media feeds. The first message I got was: “F**k you.” Really made my day. I ignored it and blocked the person. When I heard the term “troll” in the past, I…Social Media4 min readSocial Media4 min read
