The Cure For Loneliness Is Connection

The Cure For Loneliness Is Connection

Psalm 40:1 is a verse that speaks to me about how God sees and hears us in times of loneliness. It reads, “I waited patiently for the Lord; He turned to me, and He heard my cry.” (NIV) We wait for God to see us, hear the longing of our soul, and the sighs...
Your Emotions Are Stronger Than Your Will

Your Emotions Are Stronger Than Your Will

Your mind tells you what you think. Your will communicates what you want. Your emotions express how you feel. When I first heard that idea from Dr. Richard Dobbins, I had no clue what he meant. All I knew at that time was that I was an emotional wreck, and I had no...
Alone We Die Connected We Live

Alone We Die Connected We Live

So many of us are feeling disconnected and alone these days. Dr. Richard Dobbins has a quote that I love, which is, “Alone we die, connected we live.” I wrote this article before the quarantine started, and now, it’s so timely. When I talk about...
Overcome Yourself

Overcome Yourself

I’ve used a line many times in my personal and professional life. It is, “To overcome obstacles, one must overcome themselves.” I believe this is a real sign of personal and professional growth. Before I understood this concept, I would get...