Tag: Tips

5 Things Recent College Grads Want You to Know

College was a crazy season of life, and I can’t believe that it’s over now. Even though I won’t miss the research papers or class presentations, I’ll definitely miss the feeling of community. As a recent grad, I feel like there are so many things that I could tell you about college—not because I know it all but because I made so many mistakes during college that I don’t want you to make! I asked some of my recently graduated friends to share their thoughts as recent college grads, and these are the things that they wanted you to know.

Why Your Body Is Perfect Just the Way It Is

Today's post was written by Rita Schulte, who has been my counselor (virtually!) for the past two years. A successful author and radio host, she is on fire for Jesus and loves His children. She has helped me during my recovery from anorexia, and she has helped many others, too. I know that her words will uplift you!

3 Ways to Help Someone Who Might Have an Eating Disorder

February 24th - March 1st is Eating Disorder Awareness Week, so I wanted to write this post as a way to raise awareness and share encouragement with you. I know from personal experience how difficult it is to deal with an eating disorder—and to recover from an eating disorder—so I wanted to provide three specific ways that you can help someone who might have an eating disorder.

4 Ways to Make Halloween More Fun and Less Spooky

I realize that it’s almost impossible to completely avoid Halloween. Even if you personally decide not to trick-or-treat, the Halloween decorations, candy, and costumes still exist. People will still celebrate "spooky" and even evil aspects of Halloween, like witches, ghosts, and graves. However, here are a few ideas to turn an often-spooky holiday into a great ministry opportunity.

4 Ways to Stop Isolating Yourself

Honestly, I could spend hours alone, enjoying the peace and quiet. Interacting with others can be enjoyable, but it’s also exhausting. Thankfully, I can escape to my room or my car or my dorm room when I need a break from people. I can be completely alone there. But honestly, being utterly alone can quickly become utterly dangerous.

5 Practical Ways to Deal with Stress

It’s true that stress is normal and that you'll probably experience it throughout your life. But we all get stressed, and the world isn’t as awful as it seems in the midst of our stress. Here are five ways to handle stressful seasons of life.

3 Ways to Make the Most of Wearying Situations

With only a few weeks left until the end of the semester, I’m unable to contain my excitement. I’ve been awaiting the end for so long! I can’t stop thinking about summer plans and a homework-free life. (What even is that?)  But first, I have to survive the rest of the semester—and thrive, if possible—because there are several papers, projects, presentations, and exams in my near future.

10 Ways the Single Girl Can Use Her Time Well

Ah, the single years. This season of waiting can be hard, especially if your siblings or friends are dating. But these years aren't a waste of time—they're a gift! If you're wondering how to use your time well in this season (and how to practically treat it like the gift that it is), here are 10 suggestions to consider.

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