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Everyone has an opinion about Chappell Roan’s comments on motherhood. I have my own opinions but I think the more interesting conversation is, “Why does the culture view motherhood in such a negative light?” Mothers know this better than anyone because half that time we are fighting our own negativity and misery and we trying very imperf…

Mallory Smyth
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The Gospel & Why Chappell Roan Thinks Mothers are in Hell
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The Bible is more communal than individual.

Jesus teaches us to pray "Our Father" not "My Father."

Paul uses the phrase, "our Lord" 53 times, & "my Lord" only 1 time.

"Jesus is my personal savior" is not found in Scripture.

We are the people of God.

We belong to each other.

I’m going to be ~a brat~ and put Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County on this list

Does anyone have any recommendations for books written in the 21st century where Christianity or Catholicism is portrayed well, but without seeming cheesy? I’m looking for books where faith doesn’t feel forced; rather, it is as natural to the characters as breathing. Thanks!

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April Fool's Fish, and Blessed Carlo

Emotion regulation is not about controlling what you feel. It's about choosing how you respond.

Wise people don't suppress emotion. They find constructive ways to express it.

Intense feelings don't always demand immediate reactions. They often benefit from deep reflection.

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On the way to the airport, my husband's phone rings.

I can hear the voice on the other end. It's softer now - not as gruff as it once was.

They talk about CBS. Gayle King.

I hear him ask if I knew what questions they would ask.