Why Empathy Matters to the Little Girl with No Daddy
“If you can learn a simple trick, Scout, you’ll get along a lot better with all kinds of folks. You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view, until you climb inside of his skin and walk around in it.” – Atticus Finch in To Kill a MockingbirdYesterday, my daughter […]
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In a World Full of Fear, We Desperately Need Compassion
Grace Can Be Heard in Any LanguageI finished teaching my weekly sign language class and felt my nerves subside. I’d been sick over this class, in particular, all day. Those who know me personally would find that odd, considering I’m a very outgoing person, entirely comfortable in front of a crowd, and I’ve taught classes […]
Read More45 Pieces of the Best Marriage Advice Ever
Marriage is hard work. Are you overwhelmed? Here’s 45 pieces of the best marriage advice ever.
Read MoreI Need You to Help Me See God Clearly
Desmond Tutu said, “We are, each of us, a piece of God.” When I look in the mirror, I see just one piece of God. I need you to help me see God clearly.
Read MoreIf I had Spoken at My Grandfather’s Funeral…
The only way our heroes live forever is through our storytelling. I’ll always cherish the memories I made with my grandfather over the past thirty-five years, but if I had spoken at my grandfather’s funeral, this is what I would have shared.
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How to Deal with Toxic People without Becoming Poisoned
Our culture seems more divided than ever before. Whether it’s politics, education, parenting models, or the church, we’ve perfected the art of screaming. How do you deal with toxic people without becoming poisoned in the process?
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You’ll Never Believe Her Response to the Perfect Proposal
Here’s the truth: there is no magic potion or secret formula to a pain-free marriage or an easy life. Both require hard work and loads of compassion. But you can learn a lot about marriage from this not-so-perfect proposal.
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