Have you ever been in a season of waiting? I’ve been there recently, and I have to admit that I’m not as patient as I’d like to be. But in the midst of the questioning and yearning to take matters into my own hands, God has reminded me over and over that He is faithful. He is good. And He…
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6 Bible Verses to Help You Conquer Your Goals
A new year has arrived. How do those words make you feel? If you’re like me, you’re intimidated by the thought of figuring out your goals. Or maybe instead of feeling paralyzed, you’re energized at the prospect of what’s in store. You’ve put pen to paper and laid out a roadmap of what you’d like to do. No matter where…
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How to Help a Caregiver During the Holidays
This is the season when many of us rush around before we slow down. We scurry about buying gifts and attending holiday events. When Christmas Day arrives, the bustle has usually calmed and we sit and enjoy quiet moments around the tree. That may represent your reality this year. But what if I told you that someone close to you…
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10 Holiday Self-Care Tips for Caregivers
This week marks the official start of the holiday season. As we prepare for Thanksgiving, the caregivers among us may be extra burdened as they juggle a doubled to-do list and mourn the loss of traditions they might miss while providing care. As we close out National Family Caregivers Month, I wanted to finish my blog series with a post…
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The Relentless Love of Caregiving
It’s National Family Caregivers Month, and I’m so excited to continue my blog series with a person who is extra special to me – my friend and literary agent, Cynthia Ruchti. Not only has Cynthia walked the road of caregiving, but today she beautifully puts into words an aspect of caregiving that is felt but rarely noticed. If you’re a…
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7 Restful Ways to Care for Yourself in a Giving Season
When you hear the word rest, what comes to mind? I usually think of sleep or sitting in front of the TV and vegging out on Hallmark movies. Sadly, in seasons of caring for someone else, those moments are few and far between. But what if we could get the restorative rest we need, even in the midst of stressful…
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