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Let’s just be real: there’s this running message in and outside the church that says abstinence is only for a particular “type” of Christian. You know, the super spiritual ones. The ones who don’t struggle. The ones who aren’t dating. Or the ones who are “called to singleness forever.” Somehow, we’ve watered down abstinence to a suggestion, instead of seeing it as what it is, a call to holiness.
Nothing says "single woman in her 30s" like being flooded with "here's how I found my husband in 12 months and you can too" content on social media. I've seen it all as someone who's walked through 13 years of singleness. The "wife schools" are coaching programs tailored to successful Christian women, the polished reels that prey on our desire for love and companionship.
When life feels heavy, journaling has always been a soft place for me to land. It’s been one of my most consistent tools during times of transition, grief, burnout, and uncertainty, probably since my early 20s. Putting your thoughts on paper and giving shape to emotions can be deeply therapeutic. And while journaling doesn’t solve everything, it can create space for clarity and healing.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) typically impacts people during the winter months. However, studies show that seasonal depression isn’t limited to just one time of the year. While it’s less common, summertime seasonal depression is very real and thankfully, there are effective ways to ward off summertime SAD and look forward to brighter days ahead.
A clip of Bishop Marvin Sapp telling ushers to "close the doors" until he raises $40,000 is going viral and raising questions about tithes.
The “Anxiety” singer has created an online safe space for her fans with anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles.
Both Obamas have spoken candidly in the past about how life in the White House has changed, strained, and also strengthened their relationship. There’s plenty of relationship wisdom to glean from the former president about how to keep things fresh and fun with your partner. We can all take a page out of Obama’s book and learn how to show love to the ones we love.
Here are a few ways to guard your heart...
What is An Ancestor Altar? Altars have been used by human beings to connect to the Spirit world since the beginning of time. They are a tangible item that allows us to easily connect to the intangible while also honoring and giving “gifts” to those we wish to communicate with. An Ancestor Altar is focused […]
Whatever His answer, know this: it doesn't alter your purpose or God's plan for you and has no bearing on your identity.
As much as many of us may not want to admit it, self-doubt is something we all experience. Whether you’re stepping into a new role, starting a new business, or just trying to navigate day-to-day life, it’s that small voice that questions your worth, your abilities, and your decisions—and often at the most inopportune times.
Success is a word that carries so much weight. From the time we’re young, we’re taught that success looks a certain way—climbing the corporate ladder, earning a steady paycheck, getting married, having kids, buying a house, and securing a retirement plan.