Learning to Let Go: A Wife’s Honest Struggle with Control

Learning to Let Go: A Wife’s Honest Struggle with Control

As a Christian wife, I didn’t expect my husband’s retirement to bring anxiety—but it did. Here's my honest look at control, anxiety, and letting go, with practical steps for staying loving, not controlling, as our marriage enters a new season.

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A Sacred Goodbye and a Holy Hello: Grieving, Letting Go, and Starting Fresh with God

A Sacred Goodbye and a Holy Hello: Grieving, Letting Go, and Starting Fresh with God

I took a personal retreat to grieve old losses and consecrate what's ahead. With journaling, prayer, and symbolic rituals, I said goodbye to what has been and welcomed what's to come—holding fast to the truth that I have not escaped the notice of Jesus.

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Letting Go of the Rope: How I Stopped Living by Committee and Started Trusting God (and Myself)

Letting Go of the Rope: How I Stopped Living by Committee and Started Trusting God (and Myself)

For years, I lived by committee—first real people, then the voices in my head. I sought approval, direction, and permission for every major life move, including my separation. But healing came when I learned to let go of the rope and trust the Spirit within me.

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How AlAnon Helped Me Find Healing and Hope in the Midst of a Loved One’s Addiction

How AlAnon Helped Me Find Healing and Hope in the Midst of a Loved One’s Addiction

“I’m not the one with the problem!” I cried through tears—until I realized I might be. This is the story of how sitting in an AlAnon meeting helped me see the truth, face my own pain, and begin a journey of healing I didn’t know I needed.

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Becoming Wholehearted

Becoming Wholehearted

I’ve developed daily, weekly, monthly, and annual routines to care for myself spiritually, physically, emotionally, mentally, and relationally. These habits help me live better, honor God, and build resilience—no matter your season, take what works for you.

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Tough Love in Christian Coaching: Hard Truths Every Woman Needs to Hear About Marriage, Divorce, and Dating

Tough Love in Christian Coaching: Hard Truths Every Woman Needs to Hear About Marriage, Divorce, and Dating

This is hard to say, but I’m not here to be your friend—I’m here to say the hard things no one else will. Biblical grounds for divorce aren’t about happiness or convenience. Pursue Jesus first, not a relationship. If I’ve been too gentle before, I’m sorry. Truth can be tough, but it’s necessary.

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