Tag Archives: faith

The Talk

Posted on December 11, 2023 by msw blog

“Every holiday we spend with our kids we have ‘The Death Talk,’ updating them on all things financial, medical and so on. The first year our new daughter-in-law experienced our frank discussion, she was shocked. Now, talking about death is … Continue reading →

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Major Decisions

Posted on December 8, 2023 by msw blog

What major decisions have you been considering lately? How will you seek God’s wisdom in prayer, the Scriptures, and the godly counsel of other believers? Heavenly Father, I know You hold the answers to all the choices I face. As … Continue reading →

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What To Say to Someone Who is Grieving?

Posted on December 5, 2023 by msw blog

Kind words I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the right words; just know I care. I don’t know how you feel, but I am here to help in any way that I can. And some … Continue reading →

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Grief

Posted on December 4, 2023 by msw blog

As a caregiver to a loved one with a terminal illness, I wish to add two recommendations on how people should NOT respond to this news: First, do not minimize the illness! Second, do not intrude on others’ privacy (“I … Continue reading →

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How to Soothe Through Anxiety

Posted on December 1, 2023 by msw blog

whether it’s laying on the ground, stretching to move your focus away from your thoughts and into the body, breathwork or a self-massage, figure out what body activities help you feel at peace and access those tools when you begin … Continue reading →

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