Hold Your Tongue by Grant Wilson
What’s truly Important? What’s truly important? I have to ask myself that more than I care to admit. We live in a time where many of us are deeply divided, and I seem to be rather gifted at setting people off. Morality, politics, economics, even music and sports. I...
Wrong Flight, Right Destination
I got a Life360 alert saying our daughter just landed. I expected that, but I didn’t expect the dice emoji next to the airport name: LAS VEGAS??? Wait, what? She’s traveling to Portland, Oregon on a nonstop flight. I texted the family group chat, asking her what...
When It All Comes Crashing Down
The best and worst of the internet happened on a not-so-innocent Tuesday night in July. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably seen the Coldplay kiss cam video, read the articles, or been part of the internet-breaking moment. For the “under-a-rock”...
I Feel Bad Saying No. Is It Selfish To Set Boundaries?
Dear Thrive, Between work, my kids’ activities, church, and family obligations, I feel like I’m constantly on call. When I even think about saying “no” to someone, I feel guilty—like I’m being selfish or unloving. But honestly? I’m tired,...