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5 Effective Ways to Deal with Difficult People Right Now

The increased conflict of recent years has put many of us on edge. I’ve seen friendships implode over hurtful words and differing opinions. I’ve watched marriages bend under the weight of mental health challenges and family drama. When you’re in survival mode, dealing with difficult people can feel like the tipping point. The popular idea…

July 29, 2022July 28, 2022

10 Things Not to Say to Those Who are Hurting and Distressed

The world is hurting. Again. If we’re honest, we’re all having a difficult time with something right now. And after everything we’ve experienced in the last two years, how could we not? Maybe your heart is broken by what you see on the news. Or you’re feeling the financial pressure with rising prices here at…

March 26, 2022April 12, 2022

Trusting God Through Life’s Detours

As I wrapped my fingers around the warm morning mug, the wind froze my face, but I didn’t even care. It was the most breathtaking view I had ever seen. Our balcony sported 180 degrees of majestic mountains and deeply trenched lochs. Dark indigos and violets cascaded across the sky, casting a display of shadows…

February 25, 2022April 12, 2022

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Healing is hard work. It can be frustrating and painfully slow. It often looks worse before it gets better. 👀

When my husband surprised me with an anniversary overnight, I’m embarrassed to admit I hesitated. Here he was being all romantic and all I could think about was what could go wrong. 🫣

My first time on a bike in probably 15 years 🫢 Most of the time I have to pass on physical activity that involves knees…which is pretty much everything.

While purging books in the basement, I stumbled upon this excerpt and it’s been on my mind ever since. A LOT. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Living in a frozen tundra most of the year means capitalizing on the outdoors whenever the sun is shining. ☀️

Time does not always heal all wounds, especially the emotional ones. In our fast-paced society, it’s easy to dismiss or minimize the hurt we carry in the name of moving on.

Meet Rachel

Rachel Boulos is a freelance writer living with the everyday challenges of chronic illness and trauma recovery. She provides a biblical framework and practical tools for believers suffering from chronic physical and psychological pain so that they can experience hope and healing when life hurts. Rachel has an M.A. in Spiritual Formation & Discipleship from Moody Bible Institute and her award-winning work is featured by (in)courage, Alliance Church, and as part of the Brave Women Series. Rachel loves to travel, explore the outdoors, meet new people, and will find any excuse for a coffee date.

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