Have you ever found yourself in tears for no real reason? Or have you ever been so frustrated that you wanted to throw something? (Maybe you even did!) Or have you ever woken up one morning with an overwhelming sense of anxiety but couldn’t quite...
Many of us feel overwhelmed with all the stresses of life during a pandemic. However, there are still actions we can take to maintain a semblance of normality for our kids and reduce the impact on their education. Here are eight ways you can...
In troubled times, such as what we are facing with this coronavirus outbreak, it is all too easy to worry. Uncertainties about the future can quickly spiral into anxiety and fear. The Bible tells us to “cast all your anxiety on Him because He...
Imagine watching your children playing in the sand. They have worked hard to build an elaborate sand castle that would make anyone proud. Just as they settle into the routine of enjoying their work, a huge wave overtakes the grainy buildings and...
Families face acute anxieties, especially working parents who might again be managing their children’s education from home. At the mercy of the virus and school-district officials, we’re reminded of how little control we have. As Christians...
“I don’t believe in anything anymore. Christians are all such fakes.” These were the words her 17-year-old son yelled just before she walked out the door for our meeting. Even for a mom who can handle a fair amount of conflict and pushback...
If you have ever read any kind of parenting blog, book or resource, you are probably familiar with the term “helicopter parent.” It’s the parenting style that thrives on hovering over the children, paying attention to any sense of discomfort...
What a difference a week can make. Or even a few hours. Many of us are looking back at the not-so-distant past and remembering what little time we had to prepare. The flood of information. The contradictory decisions. In my community, our school...
