Editor’s note: at Wisdom of the Wounded, we share stories of people who have gone through a difficult time and wish to share lessons learned. Please enjoy this article from Hugh Hollowell, which is reprinted with...
Disagreement without Dislike
by Jennifer Miller | Challenging Relationships, Wisdom, Wisdom Stories
Can two people who have very different views politically get along with each other? And perhaps even like each other? We talked with two former state legislators—from the opposite side of the aisle—to hear how they...
How to Offer Support to Someone in Need: The Power of Anticipation
by Karen Mulder | General Caregiving, Practical Guidance
When a friend or loved one is going through a difficult time or facing a crisis, it can be challenging to determine how best to support them. Oftentimes, they may not know what they need or feel hesitant to burden...
Summer Fun with a Sweet Twist
by Karen Mulder | General Caregiving, Practical Guidance
Attention: parents, grandparents, and other adults: Would you like to know about two fun summer activities for the children in your lives? These activities will accomplish two goals: (1) kids of all ages will...
What Do I Write in A Sympathy Card When I Don’t Know the Family Well?
by Guest Author | Grieving, Practical Guidance
While at an art show with my custom-designed Bible verse stationery, I watched a couple look through my greeting cards. A man showed one of the cards to his wife and told her “We could use this as a sympathy card for...
5 Ways to Make Peace for the Holidays
by Karen Mulder | Holidays, Practical Guidance
I love the songs of Christmas, and this year I’ve been wondering: what if I put aside the beauty and sentimentality of these much-loved songs and looked deeply at their messages? Are they just pretty words? Or...
Are You Ready for Christmas?
by Karen Mulder | Holidays, Wisdom Podcasts
I have the following poem by Henry Van Dyke on my refrigerator to remind me each day during Advent to get ready for the Christmas celebration. Are you willing— to stoop down and consider the needs and desiresof little...
Be Your Own Care Well Team with These Three Fun Ideas
by Guest Author | General Caregiving, Practical Guidance
By Larry George I remember when my dad lived in a skilled nursing facility. The drive for my family was 20 miles one way. But on Thursdays our pastor would visit Dad and go teach him his Sunday school...
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