Ask, Don’t Tell
When a friend is suffering, we want to help. That assistance comes in many forms but often starts its journey with...
Ask, Don’t Tell
Karen Mulder
Karen Mulder is the founder of the Wisdom of the Wounded ministry. She lives in Holland, Michigan with her husband Larry.
I Can Choose
I Can Choose
Many decades ago, when I was a college student, one of my reading assignments was Viktor Frankl’s book, Man’s...
And a Child Shall Lead Us
And a Child Shall Lead Us
Editor's note: on July 18, 2024, Emerson's family posted on their public Facebook page that Emerson succumbed to...
Pursuit of Happiness Amid Pain
Pursuit of Happiness Amid Pain
On most mornings, I start the day with a cup of coffee and a one-page inspiration and daily challenge from the book...
Tears are Good for the Suffering and Caregivers Too
Tears are Good for the Suffering and Caregivers Too
Did you know that crying is great for you? Well, I didn't know that either, but at a caregiving workshop, a nurse...
Do Your Pastors Know?
Do Your Pastors Know?
We need to find ways to reassure, support and remind our pastors that they are valued, liked and have made a difference in our lives.
Do I thank my pastors often? Not often enough. I am working on it, and I hope you will too.
It would be so meaningful if after the worship service you would take the time to say, “That was a good message.” But don’t stop there, tell him or her why it was meaningful or good to you. For example, tell your pastor:
Don’t Minimize Others’ Pain
Don’t Minimize Others’ Pain
https://youtu.be/hte6Q_2MKio Do you remember the story, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad...
Beyond Platitudes: How to Offer Genuine Comfort to the Suffering
Beyond Platitudes: How to Offer Genuine Comfort to the Suffering
https://youtu.be/U7myBoC1IgQ Did you know that the word "comfort" is derived from a Greek word that means "to come...
