As 2022 fades into the dawn of 2023, I’m nostalgic, scrolling through the never-posted photos on my iPhone–birthdays, sporting events,… Read more How to Find Peace and Comfort in 2023
Category: Everyday Counseling
Parenting Athletes: Where Does Your Confidence Come From?
Parenting athletes is no easy task–when your kid is the one on the field throwing interceptions or ‘blowing up’ during… Read more Parenting Athletes: Where Does Your Confidence Come From?
Conversations with my son: Making Mistakes, Facing Failure
He opens the van door, sweat trailing off the ends of his hair, his nose, dirt streaked down the side… Read more Conversations with my son: Making Mistakes, Facing Failure
Appliances, Jesus, and Mr. Bill: Everyday Counseling Moments
This is Bill—we met in Mr. Fixit’s Appliance Shop in downtown Overland Park. Since Jon and I spend most of… Read more Appliances, Jesus, and Mr. Bill: Everyday Counseling Moments
Hope When the World is Falling Apart
Last week little E and I walked into our favorite thrift shop run by Olivia, a single mother who loves… Read more Hope When the World is Falling Apart
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