If my future self could send me just one sentence, I know exactly what I would want it to say: “Don’t worry.” It’s remarkable how much of life can be spent worrying about things that never happen. We worry about work, finances, relationships, health, and the future. We carry burdens today that belong to tomorrow, … Read more
If someone asked which outdated technology I miss the most, my answer would be pay TV. In a world filled with streaming services, I never expected to miss pay TV, yet I often do. While today’s technology gives us endless entertainment, it has also introduced something I didn’t expect—choice paralysis. Why I Miss Pay TV There was … Read more
Are we shaped more by our experiences, or by who we are from the beginning? I believe the answer is a combination of both. Each of us is created with a unique nature, personality and purpose. Scripture tells us that God knit us together in the womb. Before we had achieved anything or experienced the … Read more
I think I am a lifelong learner, although I haven’t always recognised it. For much of my life, I saw challenges as problems to overcome as quickly as possible. When something went wrong at work, a machine broke down, a job became complicated, or an unexpected issue appeared, my first reaction was frustration. I wanted things … Read more
Discouragement is something I know well. It often shows up when you least expect it. Sometimes it comes after a disappointment or a setback at work. Other times, it just appears for no clear reason. The hardest part about discouragement is that it changes not only how we feel, but also how we see things. … Read more
A friend recently asked me: “What do you love now that you hated when you were younger?” My first answers came quickly: beer, anchovies, and olives. As a child, I couldn’t understand why anyone would willingly consume something so bitter, salty, or strong. Yet today I enjoy all three. Somewhere along the way, my tastes … Read more
Understanding the Limits of Acceptance Some phrases really get under your skin. For me, “it is what it is” has always been one of them. People often say it with good intentions. Maybe they want to sound calm, accepting, or realistic. But for many—myself included—the phrase can feel like a door closing. It can sound as if … Read more