For families who settled for smaller gatherings and remote blessings during the height of the pandemic, this Thanksgiving looked like the return of the big bash and our family was certainly no exception. Admittedly, our family had not gathered for several years (even before the crazy pandemic)…partially due to the significant shift of my mother …
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What crazy times…am I right? It seems I’ve been saying that a lot for some time …the pandemic, inflation along with higher food and gas prices, destructive weather patterns, divisive politics with still no final election results (as of this writing), challenging supply and staffing issues…equating to poor, frustrating service…I could go on. Yet, seemingly …
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You may ask…what is intellectual humility? Admittedly, I was recently introduced to this concept while listening to a “Braver Angel” podcast regarding this timely principle and it felt like a valuable topic to explore. Basically, no matter which political side we’re on…we are all inclined to believe we know and understand more than we know. …
Christianity is an interesting word these days. In basic terms, Christian or Christianity refers to a person or a group of people adhering to the teachings of Jesus Christ. However, admittedly…that word is like nails on a blackboard for me these days. To be clear…I was raised in a very strict Christian environment…no …
As part of a new series, Kindness 101, on CBS Mornings, Steve Hartman shares stories with his two children around themes of kindness…what a wonderful reminder for us all. Here’s why: spreading kindness not only helps others feel better about themselves–and that’s not all…it can also boost the giver’s health and happiness, according to research. …
