Dear 5-year-old (1973) Janie, Let me start by saying you won’t marry Glen Campbell or Denis Potvin. I know they’re your crushes now, but you’ll never even meet them. Or date them. You will not grow up to be a singer despite all the times you sing into a curling…

The heavy fog of grief has a way of clouding our lives, smudging the lines between past, present, and future. For some, the healing journey can be winding, full of detours and U-turns. If you’re in that place where words from others seem insufficient and comfort seems as distant as…

In our modern era, characterized by unprecedented distractions, the quest to fill an ever-present void within us has reached new heights or perhaps new lows. The relentless pursuit of transient pleasures is a mask, obfuscating the unsettling truth: the hole within us is not just a psychological fracture but a…

Discover a Revolutionary Approach to Social Media: Combining TikTok’s Algorithmic Engagement with Mindfulness Techniques for a Balanced Digital Life — The Calculated Chaos of TikTok Algorithms TikTok’s algorithms are built to keep you engaged, eyes glued to the screen, thumb scrolling almost autonomously. Using intricate metrics — view time, likes, shares — the app creates a personalized stream of content designed to capture your attention and keep it. …

While I was growing up, I would stand before a mirror and stare into my eyes as if searching for some elusive truth. The voice inside whispered, “You can’t,” “It’s impossible,” “You’re not enough.” And I believed it. But as I embarked on a journey of self-discovery, I realized a…

Many of us grow up believing in a societal narrative: that happiness is tied to the cars we drive, the balance in our bank accounts, or the titles we hold at work. But, as many eventually discover, HAPPINESS IS AN INSIDE JOB. Sure, wealth, status, and position can be advantageous…

In the maze of existence, the most challenging and fulfilling pursuit is to master our minds. We all know the drill regarding physical fitness — hitting the gym, cardio, and stretching to keep our bodies in top form. But let’s face it: the path to mental well-being isn’t always so…

Unlocking Dreams through Decisive Action, Planning, and Perseverance — Embarking on a Journey of Recovery and Renewal Life has a way of dealing us cards that we never anticipated. A cloud of despair had already settled over me a few weeks before my dad’s passing. It felt like I had plunged into the deepest, darkest rut, and the world’s colors dimmed. Distancing myself from the clamor of…

Amid life’s ever-changing landscape, where days can shift from radiant sunrises to stormy nights, the Word of God remains a constant light source. Every page, verse, and phrase in the Bible is a testament to His eternal love and a reminder to live with a heart brimming with gratitude. After…