Every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — I’m not sure when it started, but it’s continued. At some point in almost every program with middle school and high school students, I have them repeat it after me. “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” “Live long. Die old.” Suicide is way too common – it’s the third leading cause of death for 11-19 year-olds. There are no words strong enough to express my grief every time I think about this. Today’s young people are overwhelmed by the amount of information available to them. Be a solid source of truth for … [Read more...]
Grieving the Boston Bombings – Practical Insights to Help Process
April 15, 2013 by · 1 Comment
In light of the tragic bombings in Boston today and the loss of life and the number of injured, I thought I’d repost this blog (with some slight edits) from about a year ago. --- Grief is on my mind and it’s probably on yours. And, it’s in our hearts. Fear and confusion may be on your mind and you may notice it in your children, depending on how aware they are of what happened. Would it surprise you to know that understanding how we are smart can help us process grief, fear, and confusion well? It’s true. And, it’s important because grief isn’t well understood. Too often, people can be made to feel they’re not grieving right. Really? Disappointing. If your children have definite intelligence strengths, you’ll want … [Read more...]
Back to the Basics: Addressing Our Five Core Needs Prevents Emptiness
October 15, 2012 by · 1 Comment
The above picture was taken of the left side of the room during my workshop last Friday. I had such a great time teaching at Care Net! Also, every Monday, I’ll post about discovering genuine hope and authentic answers for living a healthy life. — Let’s go back to the basics. Emptiness is easy. It’s preventable. I was reminded, again, when briefly sharing about the five core needs at the Care Net convention last Friday, that they’re powerfully important with much explanatory power. Of course, I know that – it’s why I’ve written a book on this topic and blog about it every Monday. It was just fun to be reminded in the way I was. Those of you who are new readers may especially appreciate this overview. Everyone … [Read more...]
“She’s Gone”
July 13, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
“She’s gone.” Has there ever been a time when one word – just one word – was the perfect word? Three years ago today, I got a call from a hospice worker and heard those two words. “She’s gone.” I knew my mom’s last day on earth was most likely going to be that day so I wasn’t shocked. I had just seen her and knew the end was near – but a new beginning was at hand. I loved – and still love – that I didn’t hear “Your mom died” because she was dead for only an instant and then alive in Christ and with Him. I grieve differently today than some because of this precious truth. What’s your one word? Or, what word do you hope you’ll one day here? … [Read more...]
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