by Lisa Braunius If you had told me when my husband and I decided to start a family that our journey would take place over six years, I would have laughed an uneasy laugh, leaning towards denial of the truth. Or, I...
My Post-Election Pledge – Will You Join Me?
by Karen Mulder | General Caregiving, Wisdom, Wisdom Podcasts
When the presidential election returns are counted and a president is named, I wonder: how will people react? Some people will be happy; others will not. I am concerned that there will be more of what we’ve...
A Prayer for Racial Justice
by Karen Mulder | Caregiving Basics, Pray
Are you wondering how to pray for racial justice? I found the website Faith and Prejudice, which is a “movement of Christians who are committed to living a life of radical love and humility as demonstrated by Jesus...
10 Tips for Supporting Your Spouse After a Layoff
by Guest Author | Unemployment, Wisdom, Wisdom Podcasts
By Carolyn Lowstuter When my husband was fired from his job, it threw us both for a loop. Thankfully, that difficult time is long past. Here are ten things I learned about how to support your spouse after a layoff....
Going to Back to School During Uncertain Times
by Jennifer Miller | Parenting, Wisdom, Wisdom Podcasts
By Jennifer V. Miller I’m looking at a photo from my eldest child’s first day of kindergarten. In it, his big brown eyes shine with anticipation as he proudly climbs the steps of the school bus, ready to embark on an...
Suicide is Difficult to Discuss
by Karen Mulder | Suicide, Wisdom
Are you contemplating suicide? Help is available. Please call 1-800-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Do you know someone who has lost a loved one to suicide? The topic of suicide is difficult to...
COVID-19: What can I do to help?
by Livvy Zimmerman | General Caregiving
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact people all over the world, here are some simple tips for how to help while we practice social distancing. The uncertainty and fear generated by a global infectious disease...
Make a “Proud Of” List
by Jennifer Miller | Self Care, Wisdom, Wisdom Podcasts
When Lara Kallander’s daughter was a young teen, she became very sick and needed care for an extended period of time. Lara says, “It’s hard to feel that you are making progress when someone you love is sick because it...
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