by skimhenson | Dec 20, 2019 | emotions, faith, pain
“The Bible says Jesus came for three reasons: to forgive our past, to give a purpose for living today, and to offer us a future, a home in heaven.” Rick Warren (paraphrased) My husband John and I aren’t as young as we used to be, so we’re making a two-day...
by skimhenson | May 31, 2019 | emotions, feeling our feelings, gratitude
“We judge, reason, analyze, and rationalize our feelings in an attempt to feel in control, yet we often forget that our feelings are there for a very good reason.” Josh Barad in the article “No, You Don’t Have To Feel Grateful All The Time. Here’s Why.”...
by skimhenson | Apr 5, 2019 | depression, emotions, feeling our feelings, getting your own life, while loving the people in it
“But your tears? Oh, they are liquid magnets drawing others in. They are a river of reality. A healing for hurts. A bonding for brokenness.” “You see, it’s through your tears that people are united. It’s what makes you a safe person to others when you simply whisper,...
by skimhenson | Dec 22, 2018 | emotions, feeling our feelings, suicide
In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer. Albert Camus Christmas comes with all sorts of expectations for family togetherness, cheer, and wishes that we want fulfilled by Santa and others. Sugarplums dance in our heads. We...
by skimhenson | Nov 15, 2018 | emotions, feeling our feelings
“Feelings won’t kill you. Running away from them will.” Unknown It wasn’t until I attended a “Heal Your Inner Child” workshop that I got a hint about how much energy and time I spent trying to escape my emotions. I was on the run and looking over my shoulder at...
by skimhenson | Aug 4, 2018 | emotions, honesty, relationships
“In the world where you can be anything, be kind.” Unknown My husband John and I came into our marriage with very different ways to solve a problem, and we both thought our way was the kind one. I’m honest. I say whatever comes to mind that I think might help him...