Disappointment hung heavy in the air between us. Leah and I couldn’t converse, we couldn’t even look at each other. We couldn’t bear to see the disappointment and unanswered questions in each other’s eyes. … More When Trouble Comes
“I had to surrender to the fact that I couldn’t stay sober alone. I had tried so many times…” … More We are His.
No More Guilt. We can go ahead and let that one go. … More No More Guilt
Not knowing how our needs will be met can get downright scary…unless we know where to go. … More We matter. A lot.
“I had tried for months to get better. Well, I was going through the motions. My heart, though, wanted to keep running and hiding… … More No Fear Here.
“…things that are happening in my life don’t define me. They no longer have the ability to pull me down into the depths, because they don’t carry the same weight as they used to. Instead of being afraid of those things; like my brother’s death, dealing with an eating disorder, or a bad relationship, … More I am Not Alone
“the more I fought to change, the stronger the helpless feelings grew. I did not fit, but seemingly could not change my behaviors. Helplessness slowly transformed into a hopelessness ..” … More Finding the Way Out
Troubles will come. It’s what we do with them that makes the difference. … More Everyday Troubles
My fear was born out of past experiences, so really, it had nothing to do with the person I am now. That fear had to lose, to die with my past…and I had to let it go. … More Screw the Fear
“I have an interview tomorrow.”
“What if they don’t like me?”
“I’m not ready for this exam.”
“I have no idea how we’re going to make it.”
“We just don’t have any answers.”
“What if they turn me away?” … More Anxious Thoughts.
Hope Shack 