You Can’t Force Someone to “Cheer Up”
In this Don’t Say / Do Say video, Wisdom of the Wounded founder Karen Mulder shares a story about when her sister's...
You Can’t Force Someone to “Cheer Up”
Karen Mulder
Karen Mulder is the founder of the Wisdom of the Wounded ministry. She lives in Holland, Michigan with her husband Larry.
Kleenex and a Hug, Please
Kleenex and a Hug, Please
Someone once told me, “If you are with a person who is crying, do not hand them a Kleenex.” Surprised, I...
Do Not Be Anxious. Really?
Do Not Be Anxious. Really?
Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with...
Karen’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Karen’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
Years ago, I read a book that promised me more peace, joy, and a sense of fulfillment if, every morning, I would...
I Have Been Married for 57 Years, But . . .
I Have Been Married for 57 Years, But . . .
Larry and I recently celebrated our 57th wedding anniversary. As we sat having breakfast over-looking a...
I Write My Own Headlines
I Write My Own Headlines
Firestorms, catastrophic flooding, more and more cases of Covid, divisions, cases of abuse and starvation, and...
A Christmas Tradition for Connecting with Friends
A Christmas Tradition for Connecting with Friends
What is a meaningful holiday gift for treasured friends? For many years, I attended a lovely Christmas luncheon...
Make a Difference Every Day
Make a Difference Every Day
Make a difference. It is not that hard. Start a habit of making another person’s day. Every day. How? ...
