Spiritual and somatic care during life transitions
…possible. And practicing self-compassion rather than judging myself for how I was responding to the big change was key to working through this transition (along with a great team of…
Valentine’s Day: Beyond flowers and candy
…Valentine’s Day altogether by pretending the day does not exist? Get self-righteous, then console yourself and share a toast of “Hate-orade” with the green-eyed monster? A more excellent way Sadly,…
A Valentine to my younger self
…couple, how do you celebrate this potentially annoying holiday? Well, this month, whether you have a date or you’re going solo, let’s focus on you and your relationship with yourself.…
Belonging to the body of Christ
…what do I need to take care of them for? That was my thought, anyway, for quite a long time. What really mattered were my arms and core muscles! Those…
Post-traumatic living after suicide
…other, but at the same time, you can’t even care for yourself. Similarly, it is difficult to be around people who haven’t experienced trauma as they are unable to grasp…
The Enneagram and God’s grace
…make a doctor’s appointment for myself. Weekday mornings, I’d often set out breakfast for my son but skip my own to save time. I repeatedly deny myself care, then end…
Beginning again: Forgiveness and the promise of a new year
…many, the political climate feels overwhelming, leaving us to question if we are doing enough. Are we speaking out enough? Advocating enough? Giving enough? This constant self-criticism can lead to…
Discovering your passion
…strengths and weaknesses. But the voices of people we trust – as Esther trusted Mordecai – can also play a major role. Self-interest or selfishness? When a community organizer first…
Theology and resistance to climate change
by LeeAnn Pomrenke Much of the “Creation care” teaching I have experienced (or led) up until this point has focused on loving the Earth and all that is in it…
Learning from Genesis: Joseph and liminal space
…need to find ways to care for ourselves and each other. We must also recognize that some chapters in our lives are more difficult than others. Liminal space can provide…