It is common for folks to discuss the need to protect themselves from unsafe people. Often times, this stretches beyond the physical safety and presents an emotional concern. A roommate, a co-worker, a parent, or partner each have the potential to create lasting wounds. As I hear stories of abuse and abandonment and hurt turned … Continue reading Containing and Keeping Yourself
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Learning to Let People Down
It's been over a month since I've written much. Not just a blog, but anything. The last blog was a bit hard and though well-received, it didn't make life easier. I have been busy and tired. I have had to renegotiate my schedule and stay true to my own boundaries. I have had to sacrifice … Continue reading Learning to Let People Down
When It’s Hard to Hope
I recently had coffee with a good friend and we discussed marriage, travel, ideas for an upcoming talk I have; the normal things between long-standing friends. We laughed about memories and made plans for us and our spouses to get together. I knew we had connected to discuss a recent loss in my life and … Continue reading When It’s Hard to Hope
Standing On The Sidelines
When we think of morning devotionals, we often think of encouraging words and connections to Scripture to start the day. These reminders of the call to live as we are created and show up as the men and women we want to be help with the outflow in our coming daily interactions. We may remember … Continue reading Standing On The Sidelines
Stubbornness
The idea of stubbornness was recently illustrated to me in an interaction I had with my dog. A few days ago, Stella, my 9-year-old partner in crime, was sitting in my reading chair with me as I was doing some work. She squeezed herself in on my right side, body pushed up against my leg … Continue reading Stubbornness
Four Seeds Counseling 