What if peace isn’t just a feeling, but a place we can live?

In a world that often pulls us far from home, the choice to live close to family offers powerful benefits that go beyond convenience. This blog explores how proximity to loved ones can strengthen family bonds, deepen our sense of identity, and create a lasting legacy of shared values and memories. Discover the value of staying connected—whether nearby or from afar—and how it can shape a life filled with purpose, belonging, and stability.

As a counselor, I’ve spent countless hours with people longing for peace, purpose, and healing. In these moments, I recognized a profound need for more than just support; people needed a roadmap back to who God created them to be. 12 Habits for a Sound Mind and Joyful Life is the culmination of that journey—a guide to restoring true identity, embracing God-given purpose, and living with freedom and joy. Every chapter reflects years of counseling, breakthrough moments, and countless prayers. In this blog, I’ll take you behind the scenes of this transformative journey and share the core lessons that shaped this book.

Family life can be chaotic, filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. But what if you could build a foundation so strong that your family not only weathers the storms but thrives through them? In this blog, I’m sharing some core values that will help you build your family on solid ground—not sand. From faith to laughter, these values aren’t just nice ideas—they’re essential tools for raising a family rooted in love, grace, and integrity. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in!

Life can bring unexpected challenges that shake us to our core, leaving us overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty. As a Christian counselor, I’ve walked alongside many people struggling with these feelings, but nothing prepared me for the fear I faced when my husband, Neal, was diagnosed with stage four cancer. In this blog, I share my personal journey of battling fear, discovering God’s perfect love, and learning how His peace can carry us through even the darkest times. If you’ve ever felt consumed by fear or uncertainty, I hope my story and the lessons I’ve learned can encourage you to lean into God’s love and experience the freedom and joy He offers.

Life can often feel overwhelming, with stress piling up from work, family, and unexpected challenges. In this blog, we explore three transformative habits that help you navigate life's messes with faith, resilience, and connection. From confronting fear with courage, handling rejection with grace, to nurturing meaningful relationships, these practices offer practical steps for cultivating peace in the midst of chaos. Dive in to discover how to overcome stress and thrive in life’s most challenging moments!

In this final blog of our series, we’ll explore how we can rebuild and restore our relationships with others, especially within the family unit, after experiencing personal healing.

In this second blog, we will explore how emotional wounds form, the impact they have on our relationships and identity, and the steps we can take to begin healing them through God's grace.

In this three-part blog series, we will explore the path to full restoration, beginning with an understanding of what it means to return to our true identity, as God created us to be.

This blog explores key communication skills that enhance relationship dynamics, fostering deeper connections and mutual understanding.

This blog delves into the common causes of communication breakdowns in relationships and offers strategies to overcome them, fostering healthier and more effective communication.

This blog explores the vital role communication plays in building and maintaining strong, healthy relationships.

Sexual intimacy is a fundamental pillar of a healthy and happy marriage. It strengthens emotional connection, improves communication, and promotes physical and mental well-being.

Keeping passion and intimacy alive in a relationship as the years go by can be challenging, but it's crucial for long-term happiness and marital longevity. Daily responsibilities like work, children, and other obligations can dim the flame of romance.

In this battlefield, it is our duty to rise and protect key pillars of marriage such as sanctity, unity, and connection. This means being vigilant and proactive in our efforts to nurture and sustain these relationships.

In the fast-paced rhythm of modern life, it's easy for couples to get lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life and neglect special moments together. However, creating and maintaining couple traditions and routines can be a powerful way to strengthen the bond and enrich the relationship.

For many couples, the first step toward forgiveness is accepting the reality of what has happened. This may involve facing past pain and acknowledging the harm caused.

In this blog, we explore the profound significance of forgiveness within the context of marriage, drawing from psychological insights and spiritual wisdom to unravel its mysteries and unveil its transformative power.

We understand that the daily routine can wear down relationships. That's why we're here to share five proven strategies to strengthen your marriage and make it truly indestructible.